Senior Accountant – SEA

Gradiant Malaysia Sdn. Bhd; Puchong; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Gradiant is seeking an Accountant to support the Finance team across Southeast Asia, reporting to the Operations Controller. You will maintain accounting records, perform month-end close, and ensure timely financial reporting while supporting project accounting and intercompany transactions.

Ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent, 4–9 years of experience, and proficiency in SAP S/4HANA and Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance, ACCA, CA Singapore, or equivalent professional qualification.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, and bank reconciliations.
• Prepare and process month-end closing activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and group reporting schedules.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly financial reporting for entities under the assigned portfolio.
• Support project accounting activities, including project cost tracking, revenue recognition, and financial monitoring.
• Assist in the preparation and review of monthly project financial reports.
• Work closely with project teams and Finance Manager to ensure accurate project reporting and cost allocation.
• Manage accounts receivable activities, including customer invoicing, receipt application, and collection follow-ups.
• Handle intercompany transactions, including intercompany invoicing, recharges, settlements, and loan accounting.
• Ensure proper reconciliation of intercompany balances across entities.

Job description

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment, powered by the top minds in water, Gradiant serves mission-critical operations across essential industries including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Founded at MIT and headquartered in Boston, Gradiant employs more than 1,400 professionals worldwide.

About the role

The Accountant will support the Finance team in managing the accounting and financial reporting activities for entities across Southeast Asia. Reporting to the Operations Controller (SEA), this role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting project accounting activities, ensuring timely month-end reporting, and assisting with statutory compliance requirements. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial operations while collaborating closely with internal stakeholders, auditors, and external service providers.

Key responsibilities

Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger entries, and bank reconciliations.

Prepare and process month-end closing activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and group reporting schedules.

Ensure timely and accurate monthly financial reporting for entities under the assigned portfolio.

Support the preparation of management reports and financial analysis as required.

Support project accounting activities, including project cost tracking, revenue recognition, and financial monitoring.

Assist in the preparation and review of monthly project financial reports.

Work closely with project teams and Finance Manager to ensure accurate project reporting and cost allocation.

Manage accounts receivable activities, including customer invoicing, receipt application, and collection follow-ups.

Handle intercompany transactions, including intercompany invoicing, recharges, settlements, and loan accounting.

Ensure proper reconciliation of intercompany balances across entities.

About you

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance, ACCA, CA Singapore, or equivalent professional qualification.

Minimum 4-9 years of experience in accounting, finance, or audit-related roles.

Prior experience in project accounting, regional accounting, or external audit will be an added advantage.

Experience handling multi-entity accounting and intercompany transactions is preferred.

Proficient in SAP S/4HANA.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.

Good understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting standards, and statutory compliance requirements.

Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions and regions.

Gradiant is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission-critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide. Discover us at gradiant.com.

Gradiant is a Different Kind of Water Company. With a full suite of differentiated and proprietary end-to-end solutions for advanced water and wastewater treatment powered by the top minds in water, the company serves its clients’ mission-critical operations in the world’s essential industries, including semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, food & beverage, lithium and critical minerals, and renewable energy. Gradiant’s innovative solutions reduce water used and wastewater discharged, reclaim valuable resources, and renew wastewater into freshwater. The Boston-headquartered company was founded at MIT and has over 1,400 employees worldwide. Discover us at gradiant.com.