Key Job Purpose

Responsible for ensuring accurate and timely month-end closing, financial reporting, inventory accounting, and compliance activities for the assigned legal entity. The role supports IFRS-compliant reporting within SAP, maintains accounting integrity, provides accounting and tax compliance support for the Myanmar branch, and contributes to governance and process improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Compliance

Prepare SAP segmental reporting and reporting schedules.
Support monthly and quarterly closing activities and corporate reporting requirements.
Prepare related party audit schedules and tax schedules.
Assist in the preparation of Notes to the Financial Statements.
Support tax reporting, tax queries, and J-SOX compliance activities.

Inventory Management & Analysis

Prepare forecast inventory balances and inventory reports.
Perform monthly inventory reconciliations and investigate variances.
Conduct year-end stock counts and auditor reconciliations.
Review inventory provisions, stock write-offs, and disposal accounting.
Analyse expired and slow-moving inventory.

Accounting & Reconciliation

Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
Support external audits with schedules and supporting documentation.
Prepare loan schedules and interest calculations.
E-file withholding tax returns and reconcile WHT balances.
Review bank reconciliations, employee claims, and GST submissions.
Develop and maintain accounting policies and SOPs.

Myanmar Branch Support

Manage annual financial closing activities for the Myanmar branch.
Support local tax filings and regulatory compliance requirements.

Governance & Process Improvement

Support J-SOX compliance and internal controls.
Prepare government and regulatory submissions.
Participate in SAP S/4HANA UAT and finance-related projects.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements.

Other Duties

Provide backup support for credit release activities.
Assist with ad hoc finance and operational assignments.

Requirements

Degree in Accountancy or professional accounting qualification (ACCA, ICAEW, CPA Australia, ICPAS, or equivalent).
1 to 3 years of experience in management accounting, financial reporting, or accounting operations.
Knowledge of IFRS, taxation, audit, and financial reporting.
Experience with SAP ERP and Microsoft Office.

Accountant (Financial)