
A2R Senior Accountant General Accounting & Reporting - Asia
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Position: A2R Senior Accountant, General Accounting & Reporting – Asia Reporting To: A2R Head of Asset & Inventory, Cash & ICO Accounting – Asia Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Opella is the self-care challenger with the purest and third-largest portfolio in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market globally .
Our mission: to bring health in people’s hands by making self-care as simple as it should be for over half a billion consumers worldwide. At the core of this mission is our 100+ loved brands , our 11,000-strong global team, our 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites and four specialized science and innovation development centers.
Headquartered in France, Opella is the proud maker of many of the world’s most loved brands, including Allegra, Buscopan, Doliprane, Dulcolax, Enterogermina, Essentiale and Mucosolvan. B Corp certified in multiple markets , we are active players in the journey towards healthier people and planet. Find out more about our mission to bring health in your hands at www.
opella.com. Closing & Reporting Services Deliver GL accounting, closing, and reporting services to Opella GBS within the assigned perimeter. Perform corporate reporting on time according to the closing calendar (including SOLAR, Polo, Headcount, etc.) Perform inventory accounting activities, including inventory costing (STD uploads to Polo and ERP for ComOps GMIDs where the process is manual), inventory balance sheet reconciliations, stock equation controls, and related activities.
Define and drive accounting, process, and system changes to facilitate A2R service delivery. Ensure all recurring and non-recurring items are collected, accounts are reconciled, and Manual Journal Entries (MJEs) are posted. Asset (Tangible & Intangible) Accounting Services Participate in activities across the fixed asset lifecycle.
Perform asset accounting activities, including depreciation and valuation of tangible assets, intangible assets, finance leases, and IFRS 16 leases, as well as month-end reporting. Contribute to periodic asset impairment reviews and follow-up activities. Support month-end closing activities related to fixed assets and prepare associated reporting.
Participate in fixed asset stock count exercises. Cash Accounting Services Clear transitory accounts. Perform bank reconciliations and related adjustments. Record transactions relating to financial instruments, debt, and loans. Review foreign exchange net positions when requested by Treasury. Support month-end closing activities related to cash accounting and prepare associated reporting.
Reporting, Audit & Compliance Support the preparation of management, legal, and statutory reporting at both Group and country levels. Prepare ad hoc reports and analyses. Support internal and external audits. Support A2R Master Data Management (PCoA). Ensure compliance of processes, transactions, and reports with Opella/Group accounting policies, internal control guidelines, and audit/SOX requirements.
Monitor operational KPIs and proactively escalate execution issues. Ensure compliance with internal control and SOX standards. Process Excellence & Continuous Improvement Demonstrate Opella values and foster a strong internal customer service culture. Contribute to A2R Core Model process knowledge (Level 6/7) related to GL monthly closing activities.
Support the development of process vision, strategy, and objectives defined globally. Gather and apply best practices across processes. Support benchmarking initiatives. Contribute to the implementation of policies and procedures governing processes. Provide process expertise to relevant stakeholders when required. Review digital tools and recommend opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce system complexity.
Enhance user experience to help teams perform more effectively. Communicate effectively with hub management. Why us? At Opella, you will enjoy doing challenging, purposeful work, empowered to develop consumer brands with passion and creativity. This is your chance to grow new skills and be part of a bold, collaborative, and inclusive culture where people can thrive and be at their best every day.
We Are Challengers. We are dedicated to making self-care as simple as it should be. That starts with our culture. We are challengers by nature, and this is how we do things: All In Together: We keep each other honest and have each other's backs. Courageous: We break boundaries and take thoughtful risks with creativity.
Outcome-Obsessed: We are personally accountable, driving sustainable impact and results with integrity. Radically Simple: We strive to make things simple for us and simple for consumers, as it should be. Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands. www.opella.com/en/careers