Team Lead, RTR - Statutory Reporting

MCC Label; Petaling Jaya; Hybrid; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangement

Conducive working environment

Learning & Development

Job summary

MCC Label is seeking a Finance professional to lead statutory reporting, technical accounting and process improvements. The role focuses on statutory audit coordination, tax work, and group consolidation, while driving continuous improvement in shared service processes.

The ideal candidate holds an accounting/finance degree with ACCA/CPA/MIA qualifications, fluent English, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in accounting/finance or related field, with professional qualifications preferred.
• Strong English written and spoken communication.
• Ability to work independently with good interpersonal skills.
• Analytical mindset and problem-solving abilities to identify root causes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain statutory audit and taxation databases for global entities.
• Coordinate with auditors during statutory audits and ensure timely reporting.
• Ensure compliance with statutory audit requirements and record retention regulations.
• Assist with corporate tax estimation and return preparation.
• Prepare financial/US GAAP consolidation reports and maintain group accounting processes.
• Lead process improvements in shared service operations (O2R, P2P, R2R).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize finance processes and controls.
• Ensure compliance with evolving accounting standards (US GAAP, IFRS) and internal controls.

Skills

English fluency

Independent and strong interpersonal &

Analytical thinking

Multi-tasking & detail oriented

Education

Accounting/Finance degree or equivalent

ACCA/CPA/MIA qualification

Job description

Job Highlights

• Hybrid Working Arrangement
• Conducive Working Environment
• Learning & Development

Job Descriptions:

Statutory Reporting

• Maintain database of Company entities subject to statutory audit and taxation, including relevant information.
• Coordinate and support auditors for certain Company entities in the statutory audit process.
• Understand, track and report statutory audit requirements, progress and findings for Company entities globally.
• Lead process or control improvements to reduce occurrence of audit adjustments. Continuously assess and revisit issues raised by auditors to ensure appropriate resolution.
• Reviews reconciliation of financial results from statutory books to management/US GAAP books.
• Ensure full adherence to document retention requirements by regulatory authorities in country of operations of business unit.
• Assist and support certain Company entities corporate tax estimation and tax return.

Technical Accounting Focus

• Preparation on financial reporting, corporate reporting, and complex group consolidation.
• Keep up with latest developments in US GAAP and IFRS and assess impact to Company.
• Review the end-to-end process of lease accounting of the Group
• Manage and execute ad-hoc technical projects identified

Process & Change Management

• Establish and execute shared service migration plans and quarterly enhancement projects.
• Work with other functional team to establish best practice documentation for O2R, P2P, R2R processes and master data maintenance.
• Collaborate with functional teams to manage process enhancements and optimization.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead development and implementation of positive change in the shared service processes in the Company.
• Leverage on use of technology and implement cost-neutral process enhancements.

Compliance and Internal Controls

• Lead corporate accounting in compliance work including governmental reporting
• Stay updated on accounting standards, regulations, and compliance requirements to ensure the Company's financial practices align with industry standards and legal obligations.

Service Level and Team Collaboration

• Promote a strong service ethos to support delivery to agreed Service Level Agreements.
• Act as the focal point to ensure effective communication and resolution of operational related issues and decisions.
• Build long-term relationships with Company’s internal stakeholders and leadership team.
• Work closely with other operation functions to ensure seamless coordination of financial activities.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Team Manager.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Accounting/Finance, Business Administration or equivalent with professional qualifications (ACCA/CPA/MIA).
• Fluent in both spoken and written English.
• Independent, strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify the root cause of issues and implement corrective actions.
• Able to multi-task, pay attention to details, thrives in fast-paced environments.
• Candidate who has Shared Services Centre (SSC) experience is an added advantage.