Assistant Manager – Financial Accounting & Reporting

Key Responsibilities Financial Accounting & Reporting (Entity Level) Maintain accurate and complete books of accounts in compliance with local/ international accounting standards and ADL accounting policies Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, provisions, and adjustments Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations (including bank reconciliations) and resolve reconciling items promptly Perform intercompany reconciliations and resolve discrepancies Support monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities Prepare statutory financial statements, schedules, and supporting notes Maintain proper accounting documentation and audit trails Coordinate month-end and year-end close timelines in line with group requirements Audit & Compliance (Entity Level) Act as the primary liaison with external auditors Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentation for internal and external audits Coordinate with auditors to provide timely information, explanations, and clarifications Support the implementation, documentation, and maintenance of internal controls Taxation (Entity Level) Oversee corporate income tax, SST, withholding tax, and other statutory tax matters Ensure accurate and timely tax computations, filings, payments, and reconciliations Oversee transfer pricing documentation and compliance, where applicable Oversee and manage tax audits, inquiries, and correspondence with tax authorities Group Financial Reporting (Group Level) Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements for the ADL Group Perform group consolidation adjustments and eliminations Maintain and enhance the group consolidation model and supporting schedules Ensure consistent application of group accounting policies across all entities Axiata Group Reporting (Group Level) Maintain and update controller export files and supporting reporting templates Ensure timely and accurate submission of Axiata controller reports (monthly, quarterly, and annually) Person Specifications Education & Professional Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field Professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA, CA(M) or equivalent) is preferred or in progress Experience Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in financial accounting, reporting, or audit Prior experience in group consolidation and statutory reporting is an advantage Experience working in a shared services, multinational, or technology environment is preferred Exposure to Axiata Group reporting or similar large-group reporting frameworks is an advantage Technical & Functional Skills Strong knowledge of accounting standards (MFRS / IFRS) Solid understanding of taxation matters in Malaysia Experience with ERP systems and consolidation tools Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight reporting deadlines Soft Skills & Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Good communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism Vendor submissions - 12 months