Accountant (AP)

About the Company

Bridge Data Centres (BDC) is Southeast Asia based hyperscale data infrastructure builder, striving for an ever-growing and transforming digital future. We focus on empowering our clients and their cloud-first and AI-driven strategy, through our hyperscale, build-to-suit, and colocation data solutions.

We build large, deliver fast, and cost efficient. We begin our journey in Southeast Asia, yet our reach and ambition go far beyond. We are building secure, reliable, and sustainable warehouse for a digital future of our universe.

About the Role

Responsible for full scopes of Account Payables (AP), i.e., Vendor Bills and Payments, Payment Application & Reconciliation, AP Ageing/ Report in an efficient and timely manner to ensure compliance with the relevant policies, procedures, and financial controls. This role reports to the Tower Lead – AP based in Malaysia, with a dotted reporting line to the Head of Finance for Thailand. This role will also be expected to provide insights and analytical support for key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• A. Vendor Bills and Payments Prepare and process vendor invoices and payment lists, including both scheduled and urgent payments; monitor payment progress with Treasury and obtain payment advice for submission and tracking; handle withholding tax (WHT) matters including accurate deduction, filing, and timely submission; maintain and review vendor records in NetSuite, ensuring compliance with DoA and aligning payments with proper cycles for working capital management.
• B. Payment Application & Reconciliation Apply outgoing payments to the correct vendor accounts; ensure all payments are accounted for and properly posted; perform account payable reconciliation, investigate, and address any discrepancies.
• C. AP Ageing/ Report Prepare monthly AP ageing reports in a timely manner; analyze AP balances and propose solutions; proactively address overdue accounts by analyzing reasons for overdue bills, forecasting and scheduling payment dates or escalating to the respective department for aged accounts.
• D. Compliance Ensure compliance with policies and procedures and the Internal Control Framework; adhere to segregation of duties defined by management; support GL team on annual audits, tax returns and other statutory bodies to ensure timely submission and full regulatory compliance; prepare and submit VAT (Input VAT: PP30 / PP36) and Withholding Tax filings (PND3 / PND53 / PND54) via RD e-Filing; ensure accurate WHT deductions, timely payments, and proper issuance of withholding tax certificates.
• E. Ad hoc Maintain good relationships with stakeholders through cross-department collaboration and regular progress updates; assist in duties assigned by management; support annual audit and tax filing; assist in E-invoicing filing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or a Professional Qualification (CPA/ CPD).
• Minimum 5-6 years of relevant working experience; preferred audit background.
• Proven experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or a related role; financial focus and sensitivity with numbers.
• Able to adapt in MNC / cross-border management environment and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & PowerPoint); experience with Oracle NetSuite advantageous.
• Familiar with relevant accounting standards (US GAAP, TFRS, IFRS).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; good organization and analytical skills; able to work independently with minimal supervision; committed with a strong sense of responsibility and able to meet deadlines.

Additional Information

If you’re ready to be part of a global data centres organization that values growth, innovation, and equal opportunities, this could be the next step in your career. We believe in building a culture where everyone can develop their potential and contribute meaningfully.