Senior GL Accountant: Close & Compliance

Micron Semiconductors; Kampung Sekolah Simpang Ampat; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading semiconductor company in Penang is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to engage in month-end close activities, conduct analytics, and support audits. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, compliance knowledge, and experience with financial reporting. Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and providing training. Qualified accountants with 3-5 years of audit experience are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years audit experience preferred.
• Shared service experience with US GAAP preferred.
• India GAAP knowledge/experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and review data to determine appropriate balances and activity.
• Prepare journal entries for month-end close activities.
• Conduct monthly close analytics and variance analysis.
• Perform and validate monthly account reconciliations.
• Review legal contracts where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with SOX and internal control.
• Provide training to internal customers and peers.
• Communicate with business partners and finance analysts.
• Present information to Finance Management.

Skills

Excellent analytical skills

Compliance knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

Qualified accountant (CA, ACA, ACCA or CIMA)

Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP experience

Microsoft Excel

Blackline

Ariba

Job description

A leading semiconductor company in Penang is seeking a Senior Financial Accountant to engage in month-end close activities, conduct analytics, and support audits. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills, compliance knowledge, and experience with financial reporting. Responsibilities include preparing journal entries, performing account reconciliations, and providing training. Qualified accountants with 3-5 years of audit experience are encouraged to apply.