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The Regional Accountant will play a pivotal role in our Malaysia-based Southeast Asia (SEA) Sales and Services hub. This position is responsible for ensuring financial integrity across multiple regional entities, bridging the gap between local statutory requirements and global corporate standards. The ideal candidate will be a technically sound professional with a Big 4 foundation who has successfully transitioned into a commercial environment, demonstrating the ability to manage complex cross-border financial operations.
Job Responsibility:
Oversee the month-end and year-end closing processes for assigned SEA entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Prepare and consolidate regional financial statements in accordance with IFRS/MFRS and global accounting policies
Perform in-depth variance analysis on regional P&L and Balance Sheet movements to provide management with actionable insights
Manage intercompany reconciliations and settlements across various regional jurisdictions
Ensure all regional entities remain compliant with local statutory laws, tax regulations, and internal control frameworks
Coordinate and manage statutory audits by acting as the primary liaison for external auditors across the region
Support regional tax compliance, including the preparation of tax computations and documentation for Transfer Pricing and Withholding Tax
Drive the implementation of internal control improvements to mitigate regional operational risks
Monitor regional cash flow performance and prepare accurate cash forecasts for liquidity planning
Oversee Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) functions to optimize net working capital
Manage multi-currency transactions and provide support for regional treasury initiatives
Collaborate with Sales and Service Business Units to provide financial insights on contract negotiations and project profitability
Support the regional annual budgeting and rolling forecast cycles, ensuring alignment with global strategic objectives
Identify and drive process improvement and automation initiatives (e.g., ERP enhancements or digitalization of reporting)
Requirements:
Degree in Accounting or Finance
professional certification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CIMA, or MIA) is highly preferred
Mandatory foundational experience (3+ years) in a Big 4 Audit Firm (PwC, EY, KPMG, or Deloitte)
Proven track record in a commercial accounting or regional reporting role within an MNC
Hands-on experience with major ERP systems (e.g., SAP or Oracle) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Strong analytical mindset, excellent communication skills for stakeholder management, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment