Senior Accountant, Fixed Assets
EdgeConneX
Led by an experienced management team and supported by a strong investor group, including large and experienced institutions and strategic partners, EdgeConneX offers a dynamic, fast-paced work environment where we are bringing flexibility, proximity, power, and connectivity to some of the world’s key businesses. With major offices in Herndon, Denver, and Amsterdam, we have a global footprint and a unified team of employees committed to providing a premier customer experience and delivering the full spectrum of data center solutions, from core to edge, like no other data center provider can do.
Focused on driving innovation and helping our customers define and deliver their own unique vision for the Edge, at any scale, in any market worldwide, for any requirement, we are building tomorrow’s data center infrastructure, today for some of the world’s most demanding Network, Content, and Cloud customers.
Senior Accountant - Fixed Assets
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Malaysia. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the accuracy and timeliness of our financial records, ensuring compliance with Malaysian statutory requirements, and reporting to the corporate accounting team in the US. This is an office based role requiring at least 2 days onsite in our Kuala Lumpur office. Due to the collaboration with the Global Accounting team, a flexible schedule will be needed to support the monthly close.
Primary Responsibilities
- Manage and maintain the fixed asset sub-ledger, including asset capitalization, disposals, transfers, and depreciation schedules.
- Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, and adjustments related to fixed assets and other areas as needed.
- Support and participate in monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes across multiple legal entities and currencies.
- Prepare and review account reconciliations, balance sheet schedules, and financial reports.
- Assist in the preparation of audit schedules and respond to auditor inquiries during external audits.
- Maintain compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, operations, and other departments to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial data.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of accounting operations.
- Liaise with the US corporate accounting team on a regular basis, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Proven experience with preparing and maintaining statutory books of accounts in accordance with Malaysian GAAP.
- Strong experience with fixed asset accounting and related systems.
- Strong understanding of Malaysian tax regulations.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word).
- Fluency in English (written and spoken).
Experience/Education
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in a similar accounting management role.
- Experience supporting financial audits and working under tight deadlines.
- Chartered Accountant (CA) is strongly encouraged to apply.
- Experience working with NetSuite ERP system.
- Experience in a global organization with complex entity structures.
- Any candidate with experience within Data Center industry or similar industry are highly encouraged to apply
EdgeConneX believes inclusion – of thought, backgrounds and experiences – affects all that we do, from our employees to the solutions we deliver. Our goal is to create an environment where embracing differences helps deepen the lives and work experience of our employees, enhances our innovation and creativity, and enriches our involvement in our communities. EdgeConneX is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, as well as any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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