Senior Accountant, APAC

Vantage Data Centers; Sepang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational data center provider is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant in Sepang, Malaysia. The role involves ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial data across various regions. Responsibilities include month-end closing, audit coordination, and management accounts preparation. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 4-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in a multinational setting. Strong analytical skills and effective communication are essential for success in this position.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and welfare benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid leave benefits

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a multi-national or with Big 4 audit firms.
• Strong understanding of accounting standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with many simultaneous priorities.

Responsibilities

• Execute month-end closing activities and prepare financial statements.
• Liaise with auditors and prepare audit financial statements.
• Manage and execute functional reporting tasks.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Job description

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises. Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Vantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equality, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another’s experience.

Position Overview

The Senior Accountant will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data for the company’s entities across different regions. This position requires a detail-oriented individual capable of managing multiple financial reporting tasks, liaising with auditors, and supporting system enhancements. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounting principles and be adept at working both independently and as part of a team.

Essential Job Functions

• Month-End Closing: Responsible for the month-end closing process for assigned entities, including the preparation of monthly journal entries, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Audit Coordination: Liaise with external auditors and prepare audit financial statements in accordance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
• Management Accounts Preparation: Compile and present management accounts, providing insights and analysis to support decision-making.
• Balance Sheet Reconciliations: Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and participate in initiatives to streamline accounting procedures.
• System Enhancements and Implementation: Involve in the documentation and implementation of system enhancements to improve efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting.
• Ad-Hoc Responsibilities: Handle various ad-hoc matters as needed, providing support to the finance team and other departments.
• Functional Reporting: Manage and execute functional reporting tasks as assigned by the Manager.

Duties

• Execute month-end closing activities, including the preparation and posting of monthly journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis.
• Prepare accurate and compliant financial statements for audit purposes and other reporting requirements.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, to facilitate smooth audit processes.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for accounting processes and controls.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of accounting systems and processes.
• Assist in special projects, such as system upgrades, policy changes, and other initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with local and international accounting standards and regulations.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience: 4-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a multi-national or with Big 4 audit firms.
• Strong understanding of accounting standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with many simultaneous priorities and meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise effectively with diverse stakeholders.

Personal Attributes

• High integrity and professionalism.
• Proactive and adaptable to change.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset.

Company Culture

We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses. We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package. We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Benefits

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Apply Accordingly

Don’t meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer.