accountant (remote)

Randstad

  • Kuala Lumpur
  • RM 7,000-12,000 per month
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 6 hours ago
About the Company
We are a leading educational consulting company that helps students and families
navigate the admissions process for boarding schools and universities. We offer a range of
services to our clients, including admissions consulting and preparation programs to help
students succeed in their applications. We are a mission-driven company, and our ...approach is student-centered, helping students develop the drive, resilience, and
ownership they need to succeed. We are now seeking a highly motivated and independent
Accountant to join our team. This role will be based in Malaysia and will operate on a
remote, sole contributor basis.The Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Accountant to manage the full
spectrum of our accounting operations in five key regions: Malaysia, Singapore, UAE, UK,
and the US. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, proactive individual with strong selfinitiative who can work independently and collaborate with our team as needed.Key Responsibilities
  • Financial Management: Manage daily accounting operations for our entities across
all five countries, with a primary focus on transactions in Singapore and the US.
  • Reporting: Prepare and analyze financial reports, including monthly management
accounts and P&L reports, to provide timely insights into business performance.
  • Compliance & Coordination: Coordinate with local external company secretaries
in each country to ensure all statutory and regulatory requirements are met.
  • Reconciliation: Conduct bank reconciliations and ensure accurate and timely
processing of all financial transactions, including accounts payable, accounts
receivable, and intercompany transactions.
  • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes
and implement efficiencies to improve accuracy and reduce manual workload.
  • Stakeholder Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for all financerelated matters in the assigned regions, effectively communicating with internal
teams and external partners.Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • A professional qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA) is a plus.
  • Proven experience in handling a full set of accounts for multiple entities in different
countries.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial reporting standards.
  • Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail.
  • High level of self-initiative and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.
  • Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
  • Experience with various accounting software and tools is an advantage.
  • Experience in the education or consulting industry is a plus. show more

Randstad

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