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Financial Accounting Lead (Multiple headcounts)

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Financial Accounting Lead Salary: Competitive and based on experience Location: Petaling Jaya Keywords: Financial, Accounting, Lead, Petaling Jaya Our client is seeking a Financial Accounting Lead to join their dynamic team in Petaling Jaya. This role provides direction and leads a team of professionals handling a variety of financial functions that support company operations globally. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a diverse team, improve accounting processes, and leverage standard functionality. With an appropriate accounting degree and more than 8 years of relevant working experience, you could be the perfect fit for this role. * Opportunity to lead a team of professionals * Chance to improve accounting processes * Work with a global company

What you'll do:

As a Financial Accounting Lead, your role will be pivotal in driving the financial functions of the company. You will collaborate with management to establish clear performance standards and objectives, aligned with the overall strategic direction of the business unit. Your excellent leadership skills will inspire your team, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment. You will also oversee day-to-day operations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory requirements. In addition, you will serve as a reliable backup for every team member, stepping in to assist with one or more accounting operation tasks when needed.

  • Collaborate with management to establish clear performance standards and objectives
  • Seek opportunities for support reduction through effective training and process refinement
  • Engage business management to ensure business needs are met
  • Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and mentoring to team members
  • Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory requirements
  • Serve as a reliable backup for every team member

What you bring:

As the ideal candidate for the Financial Accounting Lead position, you bring an appropriate accounting degree with more than 8 years of relevant working experience. Your experience includes at least one year leading, developing, and coaching teams. You possess an in-depth understanding of various financial modules of Oracle or any ERP system. Your strong analytical skills are complemented by your proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Your excellent communication skills enable you to effectively work with people throughout the region.

  • An appropriate accounting degree with more than 8 years relevant working experience
  • Minimum 4 year experience in leading, developing and coaching teams
  • In-depth understanding of various financial modules of Oracle/SAP or any ERP system
  • Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and good analytical skills
  • Ability to manage workload and priorities to meet performance goals set
  • Excellent communication skills

What sets this company apart:

Our client is a global leader in their industry, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. They value innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. Their employees enjoy flexible working opportunities, generous pensions contributions, and numerous training opportunities that foster career growth.

What's next:

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

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Shared Services

Industry: Accountancy

Salary: MYR144,000 - MYR180,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Mid Management

Location: Petaling Jaya

Job Reference: CKHSUX-852EFAA1

Date posted: 30 September 2024

Consultant: JianYi Lam

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