General Information

Job Title
Specialist, APAC Finance
Job ID
105890
Work Areas
Finance
Employment Type
Permanent Full-Time
Location(s)
Kuala Lumpur

Description & Requirements

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Bain & Company is the management consulting firm that the world’s business leaders come to when they want results. Bain advises clients on strategy, operations, information technology, organization, private equity, digital transformation and strategy, and mergers and acquisition, developing practical insights that clients act on and transferring skills that make change stick. The firm aligns its incentives with clients by linking its fees to their results. Founded in 1973, Bain has 59 offices in 37 countries, and its deep expertise and client roster cross every industry and economic sector.

 

POSITION SUMMARY 
We are seeking a finance professional with strong expertise in general accounting, preferably within a captive/shared services environment of a multinational organization. The role requires an individual who can operate effectively in a dynamic, multicultural environment, collaborating across regions and stakeholders at all levels.

The incumbent will support the Manager / Sr. Manager in driving process excellence and transformation initiatives, including process transitions, standardization, and automation efforts. Additionally, the role will partner closely with Regional Finance leadership to support the execution of Regional Finance Center (RFC) strategies, contributing to scalable, efficient, and high-quality finance operations across the region.

 

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

 

1. Accounting & Month-End Close

  • Execute and support month-end close activities, including journal entries and related processes 
  • Perform monthly balance sheet reconciliations ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of open items 
  • Support balance sheet and P&L flux analysis, including preparation of commentaries 
  • Manage cost and profit center reconciliations with strong attention to detail 
  • Handle revenue-related activities, including collections booking and ageing analysis 
  • Manage fixed asset accounting, including capitalization, disposals, documentation, and reconciliations 
  • Process accruals, amortization, absorption entries, and track advance disbursements 
  • Ensure accurate intercompany accounting, including AP/AR reconciliations and end-to-end settlements/netting 

2. Tax & Compliance

  • Ensure accurate tax accounting in compliance with local regulatory requirements 
  • Develop working knowledge of tax regulations across multiple jurisdictions 

3. Reporting & Analytics

  • Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports to stakeholders 
  • Support client reconciliations, cost-to-revenue analysis, and other management reporting 
  • Track and report KPIs and dashboards to enable informed decision-making 

4. Stakeholder Management

  • Liaise with regional and global teams across APAC and other functions 
  • Respond effectively to ad-hoc business requirements 

5. Audit & Controls

  • Support internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate deliverables 
  • Maintain strong financial controls, documentation, and compliance standards 

6. Projects & Transformation

  • Support leadership in driving process improvements, automation, and transformation initiatives 
  • Assist in process transitions into the Regional Finance Center (RFC) 
  • Contribute to standardization and harmonization across finance operations 

7. Team Scope & Flexibility

  • Demonstrate flexibility to support additional finance processes based on team priorities and capabilities 
  • Proactively identify opportunities to enhance team scope and efficiency

 

KEY REQURIMENTS

  • Strong accounting knowledge and conceptual clarity 
  • Proven experience in Record-to-Report (R2R) processes, including end-to-end GL activities (closing, reporting, consolidation, cash & banking, fixed assets, and reconciliations) 
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Excel; ability to build and analyze reports and dashboards independently 
  • Experience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar) 
  • Ability to manage stakeholder queries independently, including interactions with clients, peers, and leadership 
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail 
  • Ability to work effectively under tight timelines and pressure 
  • Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and take initiative 
  • Strong understanding of controls, compliance, and governance frameworks 
  • Good communication and presentation skills

 

 

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION 

  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with a strong focus on delivering quality outcomes 
  • Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability, with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset 
  • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and integrity 
  • Demonstrates a strong service orientation towards internal and external stakeholders 
  • Proven ability to prioritize effectively and manage multiple, competing deadlines 
  • Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a global, remote team environment 
  • Excellent organizational, time management, and planning skills 
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders across levels 
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and accountable, with a strong commitment to meeting deadlines 
  • Maintains a calm and composed approach under pressure 
  • Demonstrates strong follow-through and ownership to ensure timely resolution of issues 
  • Collaborative team player, with experience working across geographically dispersed teams 
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, dynamic, and service-oriented environment, with the ability to apply judgment in line with organizational values 
  • Experience working within a complex, matrixed organization, with the ability to navigate multiple reporting lines and cultural contexts

 

QUALIFICATIONS/CAPABILITIES 

  • Essential 
  • CA or Masters degree
  • Minimum 8+ years relevant experience
  • Experience in General Accounting and R2R
  • 100% commitment to accuracy and meeting deadlines 
  • Advanced Excel skills 
  • Thorough knowledge of accounting principles and statutory compliance 
  • Proficient Microsoft office skills 
  • Proficiency in English, both written and verbal 

 

  • Desired but not essential 
  • Experience or exposure to international markets (Especially APAC)
  • Experience in SAP (S4 Hana)
  • Process Transition Experience
  • Experience in a Captive Unit or Business consulting firm
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