Senior Financial Reporting Analyst (RTR)

Michael Page International (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Closing Analyst in Kuala Lumpur. The role involves overseeing month-end closing activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting audits. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Accounting, 6-8 years of experience, and proficiency in Excel and SAP. Hybrid working arrangements and strong career development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements

Opportunities for skill development

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of progressive accounting experience, including 1-2 years in financial review and controlling.
• Experience in a shared service center or multinational corporation preferred.
• Knowledge of SOX compliance or internal control frameworks is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Review the monthly trial balance and analyze ledger accuracy.
• Approve manual journal entries and key financial reports.

Skills

Accounting principles

Financial close processes

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline

Professional qualification (CA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent)

Job description

The Closing Analyst will support the month-end close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.

This organization operates within the industrial/manufacturing sector and is recognized as a large organization. It offers a structured work environment and is dedicated to fostering employee growth and skill development.

Description

Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities for assigned entities, ensuring accurate and timely delivery in line with closing deadlines.

Review the monthly trial balance prior to period close, performing detailed analysis to validate ledger accuracy and data integrity.

Review and approve manual journal entries as well as key financial reports, including P&L and Balance Sheet.

Regularly review reconciliations of Balance Sheet accounts to ensure proper substantiation and validity.

Analyze Balance Sheet and P&L movements on a monthly and quarterly basis, identifying and addressing unusual variances or fluctuations promptly.

Safeguard the integrity and accuracy of general ledger accounting in compliance with IFRS/GAAP and internal policies, ensuring alignment between tax accounting and book accounting for effective tax computation.

Coordinate intercompany transactions, ensuring accurate reconciliations and eliminations.

Provide guidance, support, and technical expertise to R2R professionals on accounting-related matters.

Support the preparation of annual financial statements and statutory audits, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.

Assist in the documentation and maintenance of internal controls over financial reporting (SOX).

Identify opportunities to improve R2R processes and actively contribute to standardization and automation initiatives.

Serve as a key point of contact for GBS and internal stakeholders, including Business Controllers, FP&A, Tax, and other finance teams, for assigned entities.

Profile

A successful Closing Analyst should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualification (CA, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent) preferred.
• Prior experience in a shared service center or multinational corporation strongly preferred.
• 6-8 years of progressive accounting experience, including at least 1-2 years in financial review and controlling.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial close processes, and best practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and SAP is required.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills to ensure accurate review and reporting.
• Excellent communication and organizational abilities, with proven capability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Experience with SOX compliance or internal control frameworks is an advantage.

Job Offer

• Hybrid working arrangements for better work-life balance.
• Opportunities for skill development and career growth.
• A supportive and collaborative company culture.

Join a well-established organization in the industrial/manufacturing sector and take the next step in your career as an R2R Closing Analyst. Apply today to be part of the team in KL.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Angie Teh on [phone] .