Country Chief Accountant

3 days ago


Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG Full time

Country Chief Accountant (2 years Fixed Term Contract)

Apply locations: Petaling Jaya, time type: Full time, posted on: Posted Yesterday, time left to apply: End Date: March 31, 2025 (30+ days left to apply), job requisition id: 202502-104404

Roche fosters diversity, equity and inclusion, representing the communities we serve. When dealing with healthcare on a global scale, diversity is an essential ingredient to success. We believe that inclusion is key to understanding people's varied healthcare needs. Together, we embrace individuality and share a passion for exceptional care. Join Roche, where every voice matters.

The Position

You will be:

  • Co-ordinate with SSC KL Finance teams (AP, GAMA, AR, TR, T&E, Compliance and Procurement) and execute month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing activities to ensure timely and accurate closure of accounts in compliance with month-end close checklist.
  • Perform analytical review of profit and loss accounts and balance sheet, accountable for the financial accuracy of the affiliate's Financials. Responsible for all Internal Controls of Financial Reporting (ICFR) documentation and internal controls matters, act as owner for the ICFR tools – INVOLVE and BWISE.
  • Review monthly balance sheet reconciliation – follow up on open items and rectify any anomalies encountered. Submission of other reporting packages accurately and within specified timeline i.e. Sustainability, Insurance reporting. Responsible for IFRS 16 Leasing related matters i.e. SimSol /Planon. Review and provide approval for all manual journal entries for posting by SSC KL team. Responsible for all management accounting aspects i.e. Period cost allocation, COPA allocation, SSC allocation, etc.
  • Accounts Receivables / Accounts Payables: Responsible for all aspects of Accounts Receivables – review and approve manual billings, review debtors ageing and determine follow up actions, ensure all sales related activities are reported timely and accurately. Responsible for all aspects of Accounts Payables – review and provide approval of AP related activities i.e. vendor invoices, payment, etc.
  • Treasury: Cash flow management - forecast current and future cash flow requirement and arrangement for necessary fund transfers (if required). Responsible for all treasury matters i.e. FX deal, credit facilities, payment request, banking matters.
  • Master Data: Managing of master data - Chart of Accounts, Cost Center, Profit Center, WBS, vendor & customer master data, UCI, etc. Other activities include preparation of statutory taxes calculations and reconciliation, including tax reporting and liaising with Tax Consultant. Preparation of audit related schedules and documentation, including liaising with the Auditor. Participate in any compliance audits and responding to audit queries. Identify, recommend and implement solutions in consultation with the management for continuous improvement opportunities in the areas of operation. Being the main contact person for SSC KL Finance teams for issue resolution for all financial matters. Being the main contact person for FM in the affiliates for all financial matters, requests and advisory.

Who you are:

  • A degree in Finance/ Accounting/ Commerce or equivalent. ACCA, CPA Australia or other accounting professional qualifications will be an added advantage.
  • Minimum 5 years of working experience in related field and minimum 3 years in accountant role / audit experience. Knowledge of accounting principles and practices; financial reporting, audit and taxation.
  • Proficiency in relevant accounting software preferably SAP and MS office tools. Meticulous, independent, proactive and ability to execute tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills, expressing ideas and expectations in a clear and concise manner. Proven track record of effective relationship and stakeholder management with diverse populations (customers, colleagues and senior leaders). Proficiency in influencing skills. Comfortable working in a dynamic, changing and growing environment. The ability to operate effectively across diverse cultural and business environments. Able to commit for business travel when required.
  • Proficient in English & Mandarin are required.
Who we are

At Roche, more than 100,000 people across 100 countries are pushing back the frontiers of healthcare. Working together, we've become one of the world's leading research-focused healthcare groups. Our success is built on innovation, curiosity and diversity.

The Roche Services & Solutions as well as People Support Solutions organisations located in Kuala Lumpur provide end-to-end business solutions for Finance, Procurement, IT, Communications, People & Culture (Human Resources) and beyond to our Roche colleagues across the APAC region. Today Roche employs around 1100 employees in Malaysia.

Roche is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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