Senior Financial Accountant (Mandarin Speaker)

Michael Page; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

A large organization in the retail industry is looking for a Senior Financial Accountant in Kuala Lumpur. The successful applicant will oversee audits, manage financial reporting, and ensure compliance with local GAAP and SOX, while fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration within a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of relevant financial accounting experience in a multinational company.
• Chartered Accountant qualification and prior audit experience preferred.
• Adaptive, resourceful, and eager to learn continuously.

Responsibilities

• Oversee annual statutory audit by external and internal auditors.
• Manage monthly closing process, including journal entries and accruals.
• Prepare and analyze monthly account reconciliations for balance sheet accuracy.

Skills

Financial Accounting

Knowledge of IFRS

Knowledge of SOX

Proficiency in English

Proficiency in Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

ACCA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Blackline

Hyperion

Job description

• Hybrid
• Enhance GL skills

About Our Client

Our client is a large organization operating in the retail industry with a global presence. They have a diverse workforce and are widely recognized for their commitment to innovation and excellence.

Job Description

• Oversee annual statutory audit by external and internal auditors; prepare draft financial statements and disclosures for audit and statutory filing
• Manage monthly closing process, including journal entries, accruals, and prepayment recognition for assigned APAC countries
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with SOX and local GAAP; support monthly, quarterly, and annual management reporting
• Prepare and analyze monthly account reconciliations for balance sheet accuracy and completeness
• Maintain fixed assets register and ensure proper depreciation in line with company policy and local tax laws
• Assist with annual budgeting and budgetary control processes
• Compute corporate taxes for year-end close
• Prepare statutory accounts and liaise with auditors for audit
• Work with tax agents to ensure timely filing of income tax returns for APAC countries
• Reconcile and submit indirect tax returns (e.g., GST, FBT, WHT) to local tax authorities
• Support government statistics survey responses
• Contribute to corporate initiatives and drive ad-hoc projects
• Perform other related ad-hoc duties as needed

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Financial Accountant should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy / ACCA with 5-8 years of relevant financial accounting experience in a multinational company
• Chartered Accountant qualification and prior audit experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, China GAAP, and SOX requirements
• Proficient in English and Mandarin as you will be handling China region
• Adaptive, resourceful, and eager to learn continuously
• Skilled in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros, etc.), with knowledge of Blackline and Hyperion preferred

What's on Offer

• An estimated annual salary range of MYR 108,000 to MYR 132,000.
• A hybrid work model, allowing for a balance between office and remote work.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture that values innovation and collaboration.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the organization.

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are encouraged to apply and be part of a large organization in the retail industry that values its employees.