Regional Senior Accountant/Finance Manager

About the Opportunity:

Gear Inc. is hiring an experienced accountant/finance manager to support our financial operations across multiple entities. The position can be based in Malaysia or Singapore, and we are open to candidates with 58 years of financial accounting experience and a recognized accounting qualification.

Responsibility:

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial statements for multiple entities.

• Consolidate group accounts in accordance with applicable standards and deadlines.

• Ensure compliance with local and international accounting regulations.

• Manage month-end and year-end closing activities.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams across time zones for financial reporting and audits.

• Utilize accounting software (preferably Xero) to manage daily transactions and reporting.

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis as needed.

• Liaise with external auditors, tax consultants, and regulatory bodies.

• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation in financial workflows.

• Provide guidance or oversight to junior team members or finance support staff, if applicable.

Desired Expertise:

• Recognized accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA, CA).

• From 5 to 8 years of experience in financial accounting and reporting.

• Proven experience in group accounts consolidation.

• Proficiency with accounting software Xero preferred.

• In-depth understanding of IFRS or local GAAP (depending on where the role is based).

• Comfortable working in a multicultural, multi-time zone environment.

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.

Originally posted on Himalayas