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Assistant Finance Manager

RM 5,000 - RM 8,000 / month

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Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency of the Record-to-Report (RTR) function based on Objective Key Results (OKRs).
  • Assist in executing month-end close activities for assigned entities, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
  • Collaborate with the RTR Assistant Manager, team members, and internal stakeholders (e.g., Shared Services Centre and country finance teams).
  • Apply general accounting knowledge to the preparation of financial records and reports.
  • Utilize basic communication and email-writing skills to collaborate effectively.
  • Maintain a positive attitude, demonstrate initiative, and display a willingness to learn.
  • Seek clarity and ask questions to ensure a clear understanding of assigned tasks.
  • Support ad-hoc tasks and assignments as directed by the RTR Assistant Manager.
  • Work under the guidance of senior team members and immediate managers to execute tasks effectively.
  • Demonstrate a moderate learning curve, becoming hands-on within 3 months of onboarding.
  • Prepare and review Balance Sheet Reconciliations during month-end close activities.
  • Actively participate in and support process improvement initiatives and projects.
  • Be a self-starter and proactively take ownership of tasks.
  • Assist in the smooth transition of new tasks from the Country Finance Team to the RTR function, proposing process enhancements to improve efficiency.
  • Perform any other ad-hoc tasks as required by the team or management.

Essential Experience/Criteria:

  • Ability to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency of RTR functions in line with OKRs.
  • Prior experience with general ledger month-end processes and reporting.
  • Strong collaboration skills and experience working with cross-functional teams such as Shared Services Centre and country finance teams.
  • A solid understanding of general accounting practices and the ability to apply this knowledge in daily tasks.
  • Good communication skills, particularly in email writing and working with stakeholders.
  • Positive, proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and improve.
  • Ability to ask questions and seek clarification to ensure tasks are thoroughly understood.
  • Ability to receive and follow instructions from senior team members and immediate managers.
  • Adaptable and able to become hands-on with the processes within 3 months.
  • Experience with Balance Sheet Reconciliation and month-end close processes.
  • Strong interest in participating in process improvement initiatives.

Desirable Experience/Criteria:

  • Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a similar role (RTR, accounting, or finance).
  • Experience in general ledger month-end close processes.
  • Shared services experience is advantageous.
  • Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office applications.
  • Experience with Oracle or other accounting systems is a plus.
  • Good spoken and written communication in English.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or a related field, with a minimum 3.50/4.00 GPA.
  • Active involvement in extracurricular activities during university is a plus.
  • Professional certifications (e.g., ACCA, CPA) are advantageous.

Job Type: Contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: RM5,000.00 - RM8,000.00 per month

Schedule:

  • Rotational shift

Work Location: In person