Staff Accountant II - R2R

Marsh and McLennan Companies (MMC) is seeking candidates for the following position based in the Kuala Lumpur Accounting Office:

Staff Accountant II – R2R

What can you expect?

• Be a part of a regional accounting operation team
• Elevate your accounting processing knowledge
• Interact diverse colleagues and stakeholders from various line of business within MMC

What is in it for you?

• Attractive performance driven incentives
• Participate in regional projects
• Career Development and Training Opportunities

We will count on you to:

• Assist in day to day accounting functions and processes as well as reporting of financial information
• May prepare journal entries, money moves, payments, billing, administrative system accounting reports and/or consolidated statements.
• Analyzes and maintains the general ledger accounts and/or client insured records.
• Prepare and analyze various accounting reports including variances to forecast, budget and prior year.
• Coordinate revenue and expense accruals, while ensuring timely accurate monthly and quarterly close.
• Performs variation and trend analysis for key general ledger accounts or reports, which may include and not limited to; apply funds to insured records, process refunds to insured records, request payments for carriers and third parties.
• Presenting Findings to senior management, partners, carriers or clients.
• Assists with the development, implementation and documentation of internal and external accounting and operating policies, procedures and process improvements for general accounting functions.
• Responds to ad hoc requests for financial information while, providing guidance, advise and train junior/less experienced accountants.
•  Assist with the maintenance and improvement of the internal control environment including general adherence and knowledge of , SOX procedures, SSAE16 procedures, tax regulations, local GAAP and US GAAP and local statutory regulations (as applicable) regarding financial matters.

What you need to have:

• Degree in Accountancy or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of experience in General Ledger/ Accounts Payable / Accounts Receivables transactions in a Shared Service or Insurance environment
• Strong Microsoft Excel Proficiency
• Good command in English is required

What makes you stand out:

• Experienced in Record to Report (R2R)
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Willing to learn and take on new challenges
• Being team oriented