Accountant

JOB SUMMARY

The Accountant – Record-to-Report (R2R) is responsible for executing and delivering high-quality financial accounting and reporting services within the Shared Services environment. This role ensures the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of financial records in compliance with IFRS/GAAP, SOX, and company policies. The role supports month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reporting processes while continuously identifying opportunities for process improvements, standardization, and automation. The Accountant collaborates with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure strong financial controls and efficient R2R operations.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

Primary Business Partners:

• Regional and Corporate Finance & Accounting teams
• Shared Services and Regional Business Services leadership

Interfaces With:

• Corporate F&A Teams both in Asia Pacific and in the US including tax and treasury
• Operational and Commercial Teams
• Onsite and Regional HR Leaders
• Legal
• Internal and external auditors
• 3rd party vendors/contributors

JOB SPECIFIC TASKS

Overall responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end R2R activities, including journal entries, accruals, and adjustments.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Ensure accurate and timely preparation of financial reports and schedules.
• Maintain compliance with SOX, IFRS/GAAP, and company policies.
• Prepare and review balance sheet reconciliations and resolve outstanding items.
• Assist in audit requests and ensure audit readiness.
• Identify and implement process improvements and automation initiatives.
• Support continuous improvement in data quality, reporting, and controls.

Record-to-Report (R2R) Operations

• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, prepayments, and reclassifications.
• Perform general ledger account reconciliations and variance analysis.
• Ensure integrity of financial data in ERP systems.
• Support intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Assist in fixed assets accounting, including capitalization and depreciation.
• Ensure timely and accurate execution of closing checklists and deliverables.

Shared Services Operations & Controls

• Overall accountability for the shared services delivery of core financial processes including but not limited to Accounting, Planning and Analysis, Tax, Business Partner Relations.
• Support financial statements and supporting schedules preparation for internal and external reporting.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards (IFRS/GAAP) and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain proper documentation for audit trails and internal controls.
• Support statutory reporting and tax-related submissions (where applicable).
• Assist in SOX controls execution and documentation.

Governance and Controls:

• Maintain a strong internal control environment through adherence to policies and procedures.
• Ensure all reconciliations and journal entries are properly supported and approved.
• Support remediation of control deficiencies and audit findings.
• Maintain documentation of processes and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Continuous Improvement & Transformation

• Identify opportunities to streamline R2R processes and improve efficiency.
• Participate in automation, system enhancements, and ERP upgrades.
• Support migration or standardization initiatives within Shared Services.
• Leverage reporting and analytics tools to enhance financial insights.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

Preferred Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in R2R or Shared Services environment.
• Professional qualification (e.g., CPA, CA, ACCA) preferred or in progress.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles (IFRS/GAAP).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Good understanding of financial controls and compliance
• Ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial systems
• Knowledge of automation tools and data analytics is an advantage

COMPETENCIES, BASIC SKILLS, PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Managing Execution

• Driving for Results – Meets deadlines and delivers high-quality outputs.
• Planning and Organizing – Prioritizes tasks effectively during close cycles.

Building Relationships

• Collaboration – Works effectively across teams and geographies.
• Customer Focus – Provides responsive support to internal stakeholders

Learning and Applying Professional Expertise

• Technical Accounting Knowledge – Applies accounting standards accurately.
• Continuous Improvement – Identifies and drives efficiencies in processes.
• Business Acumen – Understands impact of accounting on business performance.