Senior Accountant - Local Reporting

Air Products Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in gas solutions is seeking an experienced Advisor for Corporate Finance Accounting and Reporting in Kuala Lumpur under an 18-month contract. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years in accounting or finance, strong understanding of GAAP and local practices, and proficiency in SAP and Excel. Fluency in Mandarin plus business-level English is required, emphasizing detail-oriented and analytical communication skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in accounting or finance.
• Hands-on exposure to local book maintenance and statutory audits.
• Fluency in Mandarin and business-level English required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain local book adjustments and generate finance reports.
• Coordinate with Deloitte on statutory audits.
• Support local reporting for tax audits or inquiries.

Skills

Strong attention to detail

Analytical skills

Effective communication

Collaboration skills

Education

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

Professional certification (e.g., CPA, CICPA)

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

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This position is accountable for the following end results:

1. Local book maintaining Maintain local book adjustments (monthly, quarterly, yearly). Maintain related job aids and keep them current with GAAP changes. Generate local finance reports and other required ledgers. Maintain the local reporting system (Formware)—download SAP data, maintain new GLAs, etc. Maintain local book memos (including US booking memos and other significant local‑book items).
2. Statutory audit Coordinate with Deloitte on statutory audits. Provide audit reports and financial statements to BDS, Legal, Tax, and Treasury.
3. Other (controls & reporting support) Perform Cadency reconciliations for local book accounts. Support for tax and other governmental audits (preparing for the documentation and follow‑up inquires). Prepare the Safety expense report for EHS.
4. JV governance Support JV partners’ requests and special audits. Provide BDS/JV GMs with input on accounting treatment, auditor selection, and dividend distribution inquiries. Support BDS and Field Accountants on local reporting and ledgers.
5. Support on tax compliance Support local reporting and GL for tax audits or inquiries. Provide TAF‑related calculations.
6. Consolidated income tax (Stat‑to‑Tax difference) Coordinate with Field Accountants to produce stat‑to‑tax differences for the Income Tax accounting team.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Credentials Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (required). Professional certification preferred (e.g., CPA, CICPA, or equivalent).

Experience Minimum 5 years’ experience in accounting or finance, with hands-on exposure to local book maintenance, statutory audits, and financial reporting. Big 4 auditor experience is a plus.

Experience supporting tax audits and JV governance is an advantage.

Technical Skills Solid understanding of GAAP, statutory audit processes, and local accounting practices.

Proficiency in SAP, China GAAP reporting and Excel; familiarity with financial reporting systems.

Competencies Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and organizational ability.

Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with internal and external stakeholders.

Commitment to compliance, accuracy, and timely delivery of financial information.

Language Fluent in Mandarin (can read and write Chinese); business-level English for internal and external communications.

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Advisor, Corporate Finance Accounting and Reporting (18 months contract)