Tax & Financial Reporting Senior Accountant

Adecco Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in financial services is looking for an experienced finance professional to join their team in Kuala Lumpur. The role involves preparing financial statements, handling regulatory reporting, and assisting in audits. Ideal candidates should have a bachelor's degree in finance or a related field, along with at least 3 years of relevant experience. Strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience required.
• Strong financial reporting knowledge mandatory.
• Experience in accounting, finance, project management valued.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of financial statements and regulatory reporting.
• Reconciliation of accounting to taxable income.
• Support process improvement activities and assist in audits.

Skills

Financial reporting knowledge

Communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business studies/technology

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Preparation of business activity financial statements, distribution calculations and tax returns
• Preparation of financial statements, APRA and ABS regulatory reporting
• Reconciliation of accounting to taxable income
• Perform other daily and monthly activities as required adhering strictly to established procedures, controls and checklist
• Review & resolve aging break items and breaks over a certain dollar threshold
• Review procedures & controls
• Provide back-up coverage for team members and assist team members during high volume periods
• Support process improvement activities
• Assist the team manager in audit queries, client queries, and risk related items
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding company, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance/business studies/technology or equivalent
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experiences (must have financial reporting knowledge)
• Experience in accounting, finance, or business-related area
• Experience in fund administration, change management, and/or project management
• Ability to work under pressure to meet varying deadlines and work volumes
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication