As a world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health, Air Liquide is present in 80 countries with approximately 67,000 employees and serves more than 3.7 million customers and patients. Oxygen, nitrogen and hydrogen have been at the core of the company’s activities since its creation in 1902. Air Liquide’s ambition is to be the leader in its industry, delivering long-term performance and acting responsibly.
Entity and activity description
Air Liquide began operations in Malaysia in 1927 and is one of the pioneers of the gas industry in Malaysia. Operating in 11 locations in Malaysia, comprising both sales offices and production facilities, Air Liquide supports our customers through providing innovative solutions at every step of their production, including industrial and specialty gases, energy solutions, application technologies and services.
With a strong workforce of 400 employees and business growth through our recent acquisition with nationwide presence, this will provide an exciting experience and journey with the opportunity that is unique yet challenging to gauge the integration and synergy processes that will change the entire competition landscape in Malaysia.
Missions and Responsibilities
- Process data and produce SIG financial/management reports on a monthly and quarterly basis (P&L/Balance Sheet, Cash flow, consolidation, commentary and analysis) as per the requirements of the Air Liquide Group as well as in compliance with Accounting standards and applicable laws and regulations
- Coordinate with internal and external auditors for annual audit
Preparation of yearly company tax, payroll tax, tax returns and any other tax requirement to ensure compliance with the appropriate legislation
- Liaise with banks to setup credit card facility, update signatories, organise finance leases and other general company banking requirements
- Standardise the procedures, policies, objectives and plans and identify process improvements to drive efficiency in financial reporting
- Prepare a full set of accounts including Budget/Forecasting/Internal Control/Audit/Tax , monthly financial statement and analysis
- Develop systems, workflows and appropriate internal controls with segregation of duties to ensure accurate financial information and mitigate risk of error or fraud
- Involvement in the Oracle & Gideons system integration projects
Competencies and Profile
- Degree in Accounting plus ACCA or CPA
- 7 years of working experience in manufacturing/commercial environment, with at least 3 years of audit working experience and lead team experience
- Working experience using any ERP accounting system
Knowledge of Oracle/Hyperion will be an added advantage
- Good interpersonal skills and able to communicate effectively across departments
- Demonstrate work commitment and have sense of urgency
- The candidate will be based in Senai, Johor and reporting to the Finance Head in Kuala Lumpur office.
**We thank you for your interest in Air Liquide. Interested applicants are encouraged to send in a detailed resume, including reason for leaving for past employment. Please be informed that only shortlisted candidates would be notified.**
