Job Title: Finance and Accounting Specialist (Malaysia)
Location: Malaysia Head Office with occasional travel to Korea
Contract: 1-year contract (possibility of permanent conversion)
Nationality / Language Preference: Malaysian candidates only; Mandarin proficiency preferred
Overview
A leading multinational organisation is seeking a Finance and Accounting Specialist to manage full sets of accounts for its Malaysia and Korea operations. This hands-on role offers significant autonomy and the opportunity to work in a complex multinational environment with regional collaboration.
Key Responsibilities – Malaysia Head Office
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Manage full sets of accounts including Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), General Ledger (GL), and month-end closing activities such as accruals
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Handle intercompany accounting, including notices of accruals and reconciliations
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Prepare quarterly reports, including consolidation in ERP systems and compliance with IFRS standards
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Coordinate audits with external auditors
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Ensure tax compliance including tax returns, estimates, withholding tax, service tax, and transfer pricing
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Submit quarterly regulatory reporting and statistical surveys
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Support the implementation of new e-invoicing processes
Key Responsibilities – Korea Branch
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Perform similar accounting functions as Malaysia operations
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Coordinate invoice and expense claim approvals in line with company policies
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Prepare VAT returns, corporate income tax returns, and other statutory reporting for the Korea branch
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Liaise with branch HR on statutory payments for foreign personnel
Requirements
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Proven experience managing full sets of accounts in a multinational environment
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Ability to work independently with a high degree of autonomy and report to a regional finance manager
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Comfortable navigating complex matrix organisations
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Willingness to travel occasionally to Korea and/or Indonesia
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Strong communication skills and proficiency in Mandarin preferred
Summary
This role provides an excellent opportunity to work in a multinational setting, manage comprehensive accounting responsibilities, and collaborate with regional teams. Candidates who are detail-oriented, proactive, and capable of working autonomously are encouraged to apply.