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Senior Specialist Asset Accounting
Omya
Kuala Lumpur
Skills:
SAP FI
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Asset Accounting
Job Description
Job Title: Senior Specialist Asset Accounting
Company: Omya
Job Category: SAP FICO
Roles & Responsibilities:
Service Performance and Issue Resolution
* Execute and oversee daily and monthly B2C Asset Accounting operational tasks, including settling investment orders, capitalizing intra\-group service charges and own labor costs, and performing planned and unplanned depreciation, ensuring timely and accurate execution
* Ensure the accuracy of financial postings, supporting documents, reconciliations, and closing steps related to asset accounting, ensuring alignment with closing calendars and reporting deadlines
* Act as the escalation SME for complex asset accounting exceptions related to incorrect postings, mismatches, missing documentation, or unclear account balances; perform root\-cause analysis and implement corrective actions
* Identify and monitor (recurring) issues, perform root cause analysis and work with the process management team on the remediation or improvement to prevent recurrence
* Escalate structural issues, risks, and recurring defects to the appropriate channels
Implementation of Changes and Improvements
* Contribute as SME to standardization and continuous improvement of B2C Asset Accounting processes and procedures
* Work closely with the B2C process management team to ensure continuous improvement of underlying processes
* Support the implementation of new or updated work instructions, tools, and systems along the process (e.g., SAP, Trintech \- Cadency) including system testing and change management (e.g., end user training)
* Document and align with the process management team on the updates required to the standard operating procedures and control matrices to reflect process changes and lessons learned
* Collect improvement ideas, contribute to the operational improvement backlog and work with the team lead and the process management team on the prioritization
* Participate in pilot activities, testing, and training related to changes impacting the operational line
Process Accuracy and Reconciliation
* Ensure accuracy of asset accounting entries (investment orders, capitalizations, depreciation) in accordance with IFRS/GAAP and company policies
* Perform reconciliations of asset accounts and sub\-ledgers, investigate and resolve variances, and ensure completeness of supporting evidence
* Validate asset master data, escalating discrepancies and driving corrective updates
* Maintain and test key controls around asset accounting postings and closing activities to support compliance and audits
* Support month\-end close activities by ensuring all asset accounting items are posted or adequately reconciled for financial reporting
* Coach and provide guidance to peers on asset accounting workflows, closing activities and audit readiness
Stakeholder Management and Communication
* Coordinate with Controlling, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and other finance stakeholders to resolve complex issues and align on the remediation
* Serve as primary SME contact for internal stakeholders on asset accounting treatment, capitalization rules and depreciation
* Provide clear, timely communication to stakeholders on the status of escalations, corrective actions and process changes
* Support internal and external audit requests and ad\-hoc queries related to asset accounting.
Experience
* 1-3 years of experience in asset accounting, B2C operations, month\-end closing, or related financial operations, preferably in a global shared services organization
* Experience working with accounting and closing systems (e.g., SAP, Trintech \- Cadency) and performing reconciliations
* Experience performing root\-cause analysis and supporting system/process improvement initiatives, including change management (i.e., end user training)
POSITION SCOPE
Reporting Line(s)
Solid line(s) to: Team Lead Asset, Cash and Bank Accounting
Working Relationships
Internal Contacts
Team Lead Asset, Cash and Bank Accounting
Process management within Book\-2\-Close
Project team (e.g., for any implementation projects)
Work Location: Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Availability: Full time
Requirements
Education
* University degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field
* Relevant vocational education with significant experience may be considered
Knowledge And Skills
* Strong expertise in asset accounting processes (investment orders, capitalization, planned and unplanned depreciation, asset master data)
* Solid understanding of accounting standards relevant to fixed assets and investments (IFRS/GAAP)
* Strong expertise with SAP FI/AA modules or comparable systems – SAP S4/HANA experience is an advantage
* Solid understanding of internal controls and audit compliance requirements
* Strong attention to detail for financial documentation and closing evidence
* Ability to handle confidential financial records securely
* Excellent communication skills and ability to act as an SME with stakeholders
* Analytical mindset with strong problem\-solving and process\-orientation skills
Other Requirements
* Very good command of English, both oral and written
* Additional language(s) beneficial depending on team location and scope
* High level of confidentiality when handling sensitive treasury and financial information
Key Skills: SAP FI, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting
Salary: Not disclosed