Senior RTR Accountant

Michael Page; Selangor; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Regional exposure

Career progression

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Michael Page in Malaysia seeks an experienced Finance professional to lead RTR and drive process improvements. You will collaborate with Operations, Global Process, and HQ teams to optimize reporting and compliance across regions.

The role requires IFRS knowledge, SAP proficiency, and a track record of managing mid-to-large teams. This is a high-visibility position offering regional exposure within a large organization.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field and a professional qualification (CPA/MIA).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Accounting/Finance or Shared Services with RTR exposure.
• At least 2 years of people management leading teams of 8+.

Responsibilities

• Review end-to-end processes with Operations Managers and Global Process Managers to identify improvement opportunities and drive actions.
• Engage with GBS leadership and key stakeholders to contribute to business strategy and planning.
• Lead and improve the Record-to-Report function through KPI reviews and timely delivery.
• Oversee change management, ensure IFRS compliance and internal controls.
• Define action plans, roadmaps, and allocate resources to achieve objectives.
• Review journals, reconciliations, and reports for accuracy and proper accounting treatment.

Skills

RTR expertise

IFRS knowledge

SAP proficiency

Data analytics

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Professional qualification (CPA/MIA)

Tools

BI tools

Job description

• Regional account exposure to enhance career development.
• Opportunities for career progression in a large organization.

About Our Client

The company provides a professional and structured environment for career growth and regional exposure in the field of Accounting & Finance

Job Description

• Work closely with Operations Managers, Global Process Managers, and Performance Improvement teams to regularly review end-to-end processes, identify improvement opportunities, and drive actions to enhance efficiency, performance, and operational KPIs.
• Engage with GBS leadership and key internal stakeholders, including Global Headquarters, Local Management, and Lines of Business, to contribute to business strategy and planning initiatives.
• Collaborate with Country Finance teams and other end-to-end GBS and HQ processes to identify, manage, and mitigate potential operational and accounting risks.
• Lead and continuously improve the performance and efficiency of the Record-to-Report (RTR) function through regular KPI reviews, ensuring consistent quality and timely delivery.
• Maintain a strong internal control environment by overseeing change management processes and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and internal policies to safeguard the integrity of financial information.
• Present and document business processes in a structured manner to optimize efficiency and quality, including the development of data architecture, governance practices, and procedures related to data maintenance, protection, delivery, and quality.
• Define clear action plans and implementation roadmaps, utilizing available resources effectively to achieve operational goals and objectives.
• Review journals, balance sheet reconciliations, and accounting analysis reports to ensure completeness, accuracy, and appropriate accounting treatment.
• Ensure period-end closing activities are executed effectively and efficiently in line with established closing schedules and standard procedures; any deviations are properly documented and approved.
• Drive and implement process and system improvement initiatives to create synergies across systems, functions, and geographic regions.
• Support effective decision-making by applying sound judgment based on data-driven insights.
• Develop a strong understanding of finance systems and tools, working closely with IT, SAP, and other functions to enable process automation and digitalization.
• Manage multiple finance projects and initiatives, ensuring successful delivery within agreed timelines and budgets.
• Manage, lead, develop, inspire, and motivate the team to foster a high-performance and collaborative culture.
• Set clear team objectives, regularly review individual performance, and provide timely and constructive feedback to ensure alignment with expectations and goals.
• Continuously coach and develop team members' technical and soft skills to support career progression and performance improvement.
• Effectively manage team workload and resource allocation to ensure consistent and efficient delivery of core finance activities.
• Monitor and manage RTR performance, ensuring delivery against service levels, KPIs, and business expectations.
• Guide and empower the team to resolve issues, assess alternatives, and identify improvement opportunities aligned with business needs.
• Identify training and development needs and build team capabilities to support current and future business requirements.

The Successful Applicant

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a professional qualification (CPA, MIA, or equivalent).
• Minimum 5 years' experience in Accounting, Finance, or Shared Services, with strong Record-to-Report (RTR) exposure.
• At least 2 years of people management experience, managing teams of 8 or more.
• Experience in multinational or regional corporate environments.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS and ability to analyze financial results to support business decisions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills; fluency in English, with Mandarin as an advantage.
• Proven ability to collaborate with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong leadership capability with experience in building and developing high-performing teams.
• Proficiency in SAP and other financial systems, BI tools, and office productivity software.
• Experience leading migration, transformation, or process improvement initiatives with strong change management skills.

What's on Offer

• Regional account exposure to enhance career development.
• Opportunities for career progression in a large organization.
• Collaborative and professional work environment in Malaysia.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to take the next step in their career.