Finance Specialist

Our client is a tech-first organisation that prides itself on using leading technology and innovative, automated solutions to deliver first class customer experiences.

They are seeking an experienced Finance Specialist in Malaysia, to support their Finance Team in the United Kingdom. This role is pivotal in ensuring that the Finance Team operates efficiently and delivers excellent service to customers, suppliers and other stakeholders.

• Tech-first organisation delivering first class customer experiences
• Opportunity to support a UK-based Finance Team from Malaysia
• Pivotal role ensuring efficient operation of the Finance Team

What you'll do:

As a Finance Specialist, your role will be integral to the smooth running of our client's finance operations. You will handle a variety of responsibilities including processing invoices, completing reconciliations, inputting payments, preparing financial statements, supporting payroll runs, and building collaborative relationships. Your ability to prioritise tasks effectively and work to tight deadlines will be key to your success in this fast-paced environment.

• Processing Purchase invoices, Staff Expenses and Sales invoices in Xero
• Completing daily Mastercard settlement reconciliations
• Completing daily e-money/Safeguarding Reconciliations
• Conducting daily and monthly Bank Reconciliations
• Inputting payments in various banking portals
• Preparing and operating the bi-monthly payment run ensuring all supporting documentation is complete and filed appropriately
• Helping in the preparation of Year End Financial Statements and support during Statutory Audits.
• Supporting the monthly payroll run and general HR and office management duties
• Building and maintaining collaborative relationships with suppliers, customers and the wider business
• Supporting the wider finance team ensuring all day-to-day tasks and duties are completed in a timely and accurate manner

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Finance Specialist role brings a solid understanding of book-keeping and accounting procedures along with at least 18 months of relevant experience within an accounting function. The successful candidate will be proactive, possess strong problem-solving skills, have the ability to prioritise tasks effectively even under pressure, be an excellent team player, and have outstanding communication skills.

• Good understanding of book-keeping and accounting procedures
• Minimum of 18 months relevant experience within an accounting function
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office or Google Workspace
• Experience with Xero or similar accounting software
• Pro-active approach with good problem-solving skills
• Ability to effectively prioritise and work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent team player - able to work with and effectively support other team members.
• Excellent communications skills – able to clearly articulate thoughts and ideas

What sets this company apart:

This is a unique opportunity to join a tech-first organisation that values ethics and community. They offer flexible working locations, competitive contractor rates, and the autonomy to reduce your own workload through process improvement and automation. You will be part of a collaborative team based in the United Kingdom and Malaysia, growing with them as they scale up their operations. Above all else, this organisation cares about making a positive change in the world.

What's next:

Ready to take on an exciting role as a Finance Specialist? Don't wait!

Apply today!

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