Chief Accountant

Responsibilities:

• Full spectrum of accounting operations - AP, AR, FA, GL and statutory/management reporting for MY entities.
• Monthly/quarterly/annual book closing & reporting process and consolidation of books of accounts in accordance with local GAAP and IFRS reporting requirements.
• Analysis of financial reports including P&L, B/S analysis, presenting financial data to senior management and explaining trends, variances, and areas for improvement and presenting to Management.
• Lead timely and successful yearly completion of:-

•  Group Internal Control Review
•  Internal Audit
•  External Audit
•  TP exercise
•  Corporate Tax submission

• Budget and forecast preparation for own department. Actual spending fluctuation analysis.
• Ensure compliance to applicable Malaysia local GAAP, Group Policy and Internal Control Guidelines.
• Identify continuous improvement/optimization plans to streamline accounting processes and enhance efficiency.
• Liaise with various stakeholders ie. Group Accounting team, tax specialist, IC team and group function leaders. Always initiate discussion to achieve best practice in the region.
• Ensuring reports adherence to regulatory requirements and collaborating with the legal team to ensure compliance
• Lead and coach the legal entity Finance Control and Accounting FCA team
• Ensure compliance with other regulatory requirements – Sales & Service Tax, Bank Negara Reporting.

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree in finance, Accounting or related field

• Professional qualification required (MIA/ACCA/CPA/MACPA or equivalent)

• Proven track record for at least 5 years in senior finance roles with automative, Manufacturing industry experiences.

• Hands on experience in automation, digitalisation & standardisation is an added advantage
• Organizational skills and Demonstrated people management and leadership capabilities.
• Proficiency in the English language and excellent communication skills at all levels.
• Analytical capacity and Automation/Digitalisation experience in Finance
• Excellent communication skills at all level
• Expertise in Local GAAP Accounting and International Accounting Standard
• Theoretical and practical knowledge of Malaysian tax regulation
• Ability to partner across organization to deliver effective business solutions
• Able to work independently
• Hands on experience in accounting & Financial system is must. (SAP MF)