Line of Service

Internal Firm Services

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Finance

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

The Experienced Associate will be responsible for supporting the Record to Report function through the execution of day-to-day accounting activities, including journal preparation and posting, balance sheet reconciliation, month-end close support and financial reporting activities. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate strong attention to detail, sound accounting discipline, effective stakeholder collaboration and a commitment to maintaining process efficiency and control compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare, review and post journal entries in accordance with applicable accounting policies, internal procedures and month-end close timelines.
Perform general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations, including the investigation, documentation and follow-up of reconciling items.
Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities to ensure the completeness, accuracy and timeliness of financial records.
Maintain accurate accounting records for accruals, prepayments, fixed assets, intercompany balances, bank accounts and other assigned accounts.
Prepare supporting schedules, variance analysis and routine management reports for review by senior team members.
Support statutory audit, tax audit and internal control requirements through the preparation of schedules and retrieval of supporting documentation.
Liaise with internal stakeholders, auditors, tax agents and finance teams to resolve accounting-related queries in a timely and professional manner.
Ensure compliance with internal policies, approval requirements, accounting standards and documentation standards.
Identify opportunities to enhance routine processes, reduce manual effort and strengthen internal controls.
Participate in ad hoc finance projects, reporting activities and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.
Minimum 2 to 3 years of relevant experience in accounting, finance operations, audit or a shared services environment.
Working knowledge of general ledger activities, month-end close processes, reconciliations and financial reporting requirements.
Sound understanding of accounting principles and the ability to apply them to routine transactions.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience working with accounting or ERP systems; Oracle experience will be an added advantage.
Good written and verbal communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
Strong attention to detail, analytical capability and ability to deliver quality work within established timelines.
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and maintain a professional approach in stakeholder interactions.

Preferred Attributes

The preferred candidate will be proactive, organised, resourceful and committed to continuous learning. The role is well suited to an individual who is comfortable with routine accounting activities, demonstrates ownership of assigned responsibilities and is keen to build strong technical capability within the Record to Report function.

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field Of Study Required

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required Skills

Optional Skills

Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Accounting Policies, Accounting Practices, Active Listening, Balance Sheet Analysis, Budgetary Management, Cash Flow Analysis, Communication, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Escalation Management, Financial Budgeting, Financial Close Process, Financial Data Mining, Financial Forecasting, Financial Management, Financial Policy, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Generating Financial Reports, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Internal Controls, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) + 4 more

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship

No

Government Clearance Required

Yes

Job Posting End Date

Experienced Associate Finance (Record to Report)