Senior Accountant

Burda International; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant in Kuala Lumpur to support its finance operations and ensure the accuracy of financial records and compliance with regulations. The role involves managing billing cycles, maintaining financial controls, and preparing monthly forecasts, demanding at least 5 years of accounting experience and proficiency in accounting software. This position offers the opportunity to contribute significantly to a dynamic and growing business.

Benefits

Opportunity to work in a diverse international company

Chance to impact a fast-changing industry

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in accounting or audit.
• Proven experience managing billing cycles and month-end tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure revenue recognition is aligned with client contracts.
• Own and update monthly audit and balance sheet schedules.
• Prepare monthly bank statements and verify reconciliations.
• Prepare and review SST submissions and supporting schedules.

Skills

Accounting software proficiency

Excel skills

Tax compliance knowledge

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics Business Central

Job description

JOB TITLE: Senior Accountant

DEPARTMENT: Finance & Accounting

REPORTS TO: Finance Manager - Malaysia

BurdaLuxury is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to support the finance operations of our two legal entities in Malaysia. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this role will act as the technical accounting lead within the finance team, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records and statutory reporting.

This role is critical in maintaining strong financial controls and accuracy, particularly across revenue recognition, general ledger management, tax compliance, and audit support. You will work closely with internal stakeholders, external auditors, and tax advisors to ensure all financial activities are carried out in line with regulatory requirements and company policies.

As Senior Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting and reviewing the work of the Finance Executive, supporting the month-end close, maintaining high-quality balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting the continuous improvement of accounting processes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Revenue accounting and invoicing

• Ensure revenue recognition is aligned with signed client contracts and internal booking systems
• Issue and manage client advertising invoices, including uploading invoices to agency and client portals where required
• Ensure revenue recognition is aligned with signed client contracts and internal booking systems
• Maintain accuracy of accrued income and deferred income schedules
• Prepare and review customer ageing reports and work with the sales team to ensure timely cash collection.

• Calculate monthly commissions for sales team members.

General ledger and month-end close

• Own and update monthly audit and balance sheet schedules, including accrued income, deferred income, cash advances, intercompany transactions, and suspense accounts.
• Prepare/review and post accounting transactions, including payment vouchers, journal vouchers, and accrued and deferred income.
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of month-end postings.

Cash, payments, and operational support

• Prepare monthly bank statements and verify reconciling items.
• Maintain and reconcile petty cash in accordance with company policy
• Review and verify staff reimbursement claims.
• Support the Finance Executive as required with the preparation of vendor payments.
• Support the Finance Manager in the preparation of monthly cash flow forecasts.

Tax & statutory compliance

• Prepare and review SST submissions and supporting schedules.
• Supporting withholding tax and royalty-related compliance requirements.
• Liaise with external auditors and tax agents and maintain the required supporting documentation.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Education and experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance-related field
• 5+ years’ experience in accounting or audit.
• Proven experience managing billing cycles, reconciliations, and month-end tasks in a fast-paced services environment.

Skills

• Skilled in using accounting software and Excel for routine financial tasks. (Microsoft Dynamics Business Central is a plus)
• Ability to review financial entries with precision and maintain clean records.
• Good understanding of local tax and statutory reporting requirements.
• Clear communication when coordinating with internal teams or auditors.
• Strong organisational skills with high attention to detail, able to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• An interesting job in a diverse, highly international media company.
• An opportunity to make an impact and contribute to growing a business in a fast-changing, dynamic industry.

ABOUT US

BurdaLuxury is one of Asia’s most vibrant and progressive independent media houses. Our portfolio includes a variety of successful regional publishing brands in lifestyle and luxury markets across Hong Kong, India, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand. Print publications include AUGUSTMAN, HELLO! Magazine Thailand, Prestige, and PIN Prestige. Digital offerings include Lifestyleasia.com, Augustman.com, PrestigeOnline.com, and PinPrestige.com. BurdaLuxury is part of the Hubert Burda Media family, one of the largest media companies in Germany. Burda is active in 16 countries, employs more than 11,000 people, and publishes around 500 products.