General Ledger Accountant

We're adventure seekers. Smile givers. Impact makers.

We're TUI, a leading global travel and leisure experience company counting 1200 travel agencies, five airlines with around 130 planes, over 400 hotels, 16 cruise liners, various digital platforms for leisure activities, and most importantly over 60,000 brilliant colleagues worldwide. Our passion is making holiday dreams come true for our 21 million customers.

TUI - Airline Holidays, based in Kuala Lumpur / Bangsar, is a fully-owned subsidiary of TUI Group providing end-to-end holiday package solutions for some of the world's best airlines. Offering holiday packages, event tickets, hotels, tours and more globally under the airline brand, we are continuously growing our airline partners and offerings for our customers.

General Ledger (GL) Accountant

Reports to: Financial Controller

Overview:

As a General Ledger Accountant, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial records. You'll be responsible for maintaining the general ledger, preparing journal entries, and supporting month-end and year-end closing activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and update general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal policies.
• Prepare journal entries (accruals and prepayments).
• Monitor to ensure account reconciliations are performed regularly and there are explanations for all discrepancies.
• Provide backup for AR/AP posting, if needed.
• Assist in the month-end and year-end close processes.
• Assist in preparing management accounts and financial reports.
• Support audits, tax and transfer pricing by providing documentation and explanations for GL entries.
• Collaborate with other finance team members to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Contribute to continuous improvements in GL processes and controls.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA) is an advantage.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in accounting.
• Good understanding of accounting principles and month-end closing processes.
• Experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, and audit support.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (e.g., SAP or Oracle).
• Good analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work independently and meet reporting deadlines.