Senior Accountant (Malaysia HQ & Korea Branch)
We are seeking a capable and experienced Senior Finance Executive to manage full-spectrum finance and accounting responsibilities across our Malaysia head office and Korea branch. This is a highly autonomous, hands-on role reporting directly to the Regional Finance Manager based in Jakarta. The ideal candidate will have experience in a multinational corporate environment and strong knowledge of financial reporting, tax compliance, and SAP.
Key Responsibilities – Malaysia Head Office:
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Handle full sets of accounts including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and General Ledger (GL).
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Perform month-end closing activities, including accruals and reconciliations.
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Manage intercompany accounting, including notices of accruals and reconciliations.
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Prepare and consolidate quarterly reports in accordance with corporate standards (e.g. IFRS 16).
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Support external audits conducted by a Big Four audit firm.
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Ensure tax compliance, including preparation of tax returns, tax estimates, withholding tax, service tax, and transfer pricing documentation.
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Prepare quarterly reports for national authorities (e.g. IIP) and respond to statistical surveys.
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Lead or assist in the implementation of E-Invoicing.
Key Responsibilities – Korea Branch:
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Oversee all financial processes as listed above, applied to branch operations in Korea.
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Coordinate the invoice and expense claim approval process, ensuring adherence to internal policies.
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Compile and submit VAT returns, corporate income tax returns, and CBCR reports, in collaboration with external tax agents in Korea.
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Liaise with the branch’s HR function to ensure timely statutory payments for foreign personnel.
Requirements:
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Strong hands-on experience with full sets of accounts and regional finance operations.
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High level of autonomy and accountability.
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Prior experience working within a large multinational company, ideally within a complex matrix structure.
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Willingness to travel occasionally to Korea and/or Indonesia as required.
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Familiarity with SAP is preferred.
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Strong organisational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
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Ability to work across multiple geographies and collaborate with cross-functional teams.