Malaysia - Accountant

Who are Inchcape?

At Inchcape, our vision is to have a connected world in which our customers trade successfully and make better decisions in every port, everywhere. We use technology and our global network to help our partners connect to a smoother, smarter ocean.

Inchcape combines its worldwide infrastructure with local expertise through our global network of over 250 proprietary offices across 70 countries and a team of more than 3,000 committed professionals. Our diverse global customer base includes owners and charterers in the oil, cruise, container and bulk commodity sectors as well as naval, government and intergovernmental organisations.

We have an ambitious growth model, and a career here is certainly going to be a rewarding one that will allow you to bring your skills & experience. We embrace change and are open to new thinking and pushing for positive change in our industry.

Contract type: Permanent

Location: Malaysia

Job Purpose

To support the Finance Manager by ensuring that effective and proper financial procedures and systems are established with good corporate governance and internal controls enforced in accordance with Group policies and guidelines to support business objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Support and assist Finance Manager to oversee all accounting processes
• Assist in monitoring and implementing controls for all accounting functions
• Manage treasury functions and cash flow planning
• Support Finance Manager to ensure timely and accurate month end closing and reporting
• Review journals, reconciliations and monthly schedules
• Support forecasting and budgeting exercise as per group requirement/guidelines
• Support in internal and external audits
• Support in taxation matters in Singapore & Brunei according to local regulations
• Liaise with external auditor, tax agent, corporate secretarial agent as required
• Ensure compliance with all statutory filing requirements
• Propose on areas of systems and process improvement
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure compliance with established group policies and support resolution of operational matters
• Any other ad hoc duties assigned by the management.

Knowledge

Good knowledge of IFRS

Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong numeracy, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Able to work independently as well as being a proactive team member
  Hands-on and can-do spirit

Experience

• At least 2-3 years of experience as operational/financial accountant
• Experience in the maritime industry

Qualification

• University degree in finance or accountancy
• CPA or ACCA preferred

Why Inchcape Shipping Services?

We believe in building a diverse and high-performing workforce that works together to provide our customers with the exceptional service they deserve. To reach the highest standards, we depend on our people, their welfare, training and expertise. We realise the value of our staff and know that your unique experiences, skills and passions will help you to build a rich and rewarding career in our dynamic industry.

Our values are at the centre of everything we do, and the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate and fully adopt these:

Global Perspective - we connect the world and see the bigger picture.

The Power of People - we rely on the strength of local agent knowledge and relationships.

Progress - we adopt new thinking and push for positive change in our industry.

In return, we will offer you:

A diverse range of benefits, depending on your geographical location. Globally, as a minimum, you will receive:

• A retirement savings plan

• Life assurance

• Holiday

• Competitive salary

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Career development and progression opportunities

• Values Award celebration events

Plus, much more

If you think that you have the right skills, knowledge and attitude to join our team, then we invite you to apply by simply clicking at the top of this advert

Appointment to this role will be subject to satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work documentation depending upon your geographical location.

Inchcape is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and equality, diversity and inclusion are at the centre of everything we do. We recognise that our customers, colleagues, contractors and other partners are central to our success and that we work in a diverse society. We acknowledge not only our legal, but also our moral responsibility to ensure all groups have equality of opportunity.