Finance Executive - GL
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About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our finance team as a General Ledger (GL) Finance Executive. As a GL Finance Executive, you will play a key role in managing the financial activities of the organization, ensuring accurate recording and reporting of financial transactions, and maintaining the integrity of the general ledger. You will collaborate closely with various departments within the organization to provide financial insights and support decision-making processes.
What You'll Own
- Maintain and reconcile the general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
- Perform monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing activities, including preparation of journal entries and monthly management account
- Conduct analysis of financial data in management account to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather necessary information and support.
- Provide support during internal and external audits, including preparation of audit schedules and responding to audit inquiries.
- Stay updated with changes in accounting standards and regulations to ensure compliance and recommend necessary adjustments.
- Provide guidance and accounting advice to team members whenever necessary.
- Identify opportunities to improve GL processes and drive efficiency through automation and AI tools
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Proven work experience in a GL accountant or general accounting role, preferably in shared services and audit.
- Solid understanding of accounting principles and month-end close processes
- Adept at navigating ERP systems and specialized accounting platforms, with Oracle NetSuite expertise considered a significant asset.
- Demonstrated use of AI tools to improve workflow efficiency
- ACCA (part-qualified or pursuing) is a plus
- Experience supporting multi-market or regional finance operations
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- Agency - We take ownership and act, rather than waiting for permission. When something's blocking progress, we find a way through it and follow through until it's done.
- Judgement - We aim for high-impact decisions, not just easy wins, and we put the bigger picture ahead of individual interests. That means moving quickly and confidently, while staying thoughtful about when a call really matters.
- Learning Velocity - We pick up new skills fast and let go of old habits just as quickly when something better comes along. We benchmark ourselves against the best and keep raising our own bar.
- Tenacity - We stay in it when things get hard, keeping a level head under pressure. We debate openly before deciding, then commit fully — and support each other along the way.
What's in it for ShopBackers
- Career growth opportunities to take on greater challenges that help you realise your ambitions.
- Be part of a winning team on a journey to global scale.
- Competitive compensation based on performance.
- Candid, open, and collaborative culture where feedback is valued.
Summary
Manage financial transactions, ensure accurate ledger recording, support audits, improve processes using AI.
Job title
Finance Executive - GL
Experience level
proven work experience in a GL accountant or general accounting role
Industry
software
Location requirements
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; remote work not specified.
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia