Senior GL Accountant

Lear Corporation; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global automotive technology company is seeking a Senior GL Accountant to manage accounting matters and ensure compliance with financial standards. This role involves preparing financial reports, conducting audits, and improving accounting processes in a collaborative environment. Candidates should possess a degree in Finance or Accounting and have substantial GL experience, particularly with Chinese entities.

Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Talent development programs

Participation in initiatives

Qualifications

• 3+ years of independent General Ledger experience.
• Strong understanding of Chinese and US GAAP.
• Experience with audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform monthly closing activities and maintain the general ledger.
• Prepare audit PBC list and coordinate audits.
• Recommend processes to improve closing efficiency.

Skills

Attention to detail

Leadership

Financial analysis

Proficiency in Chinese

Proficiency in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

ERP systems (preferably QAD)

Job description

Drive your career

Lear, a global automotive technology leader in Seating and E-Systems, enables superior in-vehicle experiences for consumers around the world. Our diverse team of talented employees in 39 countries is driven by a commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability. Lear is making every drive better by providing the technology for safer, smarter, and more comfortable journeys. Headquartered in Southfield, Michigan, Lear serves every major automaker globally and ranks #179 on the Fortune 500.

As a member of the Asia Finance team, the Senior GL Accountant will manage all accounting matters, ensure quality control, and interface with external stakeholders within the Global Business Services (GBS). You will be responsible for preparing and following up on the audit PBC list, maintaining the integrity of financial records, reports, and processes, and executing accounting activities in line with LEAP and China GAAP standards. Our office is based at UOA Business Park, Shah Alam, and reports to the supervisor in China.

Responsibilities

1. Perform monthly closing activities, ensuring the general ledger is accurately maintained and closed promptly.
2. Provide timely and accurate financial information in accordance with global and statutory standards. Prepare and submit monthly close reports and analyses for management review.
3. Prepare data for financial analysis and assist in tracking and analyzing financial performance.
4. Conduct balance sheet reviews, reconcile accounts, follow up on open issues, and implement corrective actions.
5. Manage Capex procedures.
6. Prepare the audit PBC list and coordinate support for internal and external audits.
7. Ensure compliance with annual auditing requirements for statutory financial reports. Implement strict accounting standards and internal controls to achieve clear audit outcomes. Address and rectify audit findings.
8. Recommend and develop processes to improve the efficiency of the closing process.
9. Participate in special projects as needed and assist in training new accounting staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Finance or Accounting.
• At least three years of independent General Ledger (GL) experience, preferably with Chinese entity service experience.
• Leadership experience is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of Chinese and US GAAP and their practical applications.
• High sense of responsibility and accountability.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Chinese (speaking, reading, and writing).
• Good proficiency in English (speaking and writing).
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably QAD.

Advantages of Working at Lear

• Join a growing team at one of Fortune 500's World’s Most Admired Companies 2024.
• Participate in multiple initiatives in Malaysia and talent development programs.
• Enjoy an inclusive work environment that fosters innovation and creativity.