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Business Services Finance Senior Consultant

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The Business Services Finance Senior Consultant position is an exciting opportunity for candidates who thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced business process outsourcing (BPO) environment.

The Business Services Finance Senior Consultant supports the delivery of accurate and timely finance services to multiple clients across different industries and countries, with a strong focus on Japan-based subsidiaries of global companies.

This The Business Services Finance Senior Consultant role requires strong attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and the ability to manage multiple client portfolios with professionalism and accountability.

Comprehensive on-the-job training will be provided for Japan and other country-specific finance processes, local regulations, and internal systems. This position offers the opportunity to develop both operational and client advisory skills within a global consulting environment, across key finance areas such as accountancy, banking, and tax services, paving the way for progression into a senior consultant role in Penang.

Responsibilities

  • Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
  • Acting as the primary point of contact for assigned clients on all finance, accounting, banking and tax related matters.
  • Communicating via email, phone, and online meetings with clients.
  • Review financial reports and ensure the accuracy of accounting entries, email drafts, cash flow projections, and payment setups prepared by other team members.
  • Overseeing the full finance cycle, ensuring accurate and compliant service delivery across finance processes, in accordance with accounting policies and standards.
  • Guiding and reviewing the work of junior team members to ensure accuracy, compliance, and alignment with statutory requirements and client policies.
  • Leading and contributing to continuous improvement projects within the finance service team.
  • Collaborating with external finance vendors and partners to ensure timely and accurate processing while maintaining awareness of local requirements.
  • Contribute actively to finance client on-boarding processes

Required Qualifications

Skills and Experience

  • At least 4 years of working experience, preferably in accountancy, finance or similar professional services.
  • Bachelor’s degree in accountancy/finance or equivalent qualification/business experience.
  • Business-level English reading and writing skills.
  • Proficiency in reading and writing characters.
  • Proficiency in MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook).

Personal Attributes:

  • Demonstrated leadership abilities, including experience coaching or reviewing junior team members’ work.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • Self-motivated with strong attention to detail and excellent organizational, time management, and prioritization skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks under strict deadlines while maintaining a high standard of work.
  • Cultural awareness and the ability to work effectively with people at all levels across several countries.
  • Demonstrated ability and motivation to learn new knowledge, systems and global finance processes.

Bonus Qualifications

  • 5+ years of work experience, preferably in accounting, finance, or professional services.
  • Japanese language proficiency.
  • Certified Accountant or CPA.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Group Accountant

Industry: Accountancy

Salary: MYR5,000 - MYR6,500 per month

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Penang

Job Reference: SP3GX1-E77B53AB

Date posted: 8 October 2026

Consultant: SuAnn TanOon