Fixed Asset Accountant (Based in Penang / Kulim)

Fixed Asset Accountant (Based in Penang / Kulim)

Basic Job Functions:

This position performs the accounting for complex business transactions and executes critical processes involved in the global accounting close. This position also leads problem solving and process improvement initiatives by working collaboratively with other finance functions. Candidate must have adequate knowledge of accounting procedures, concepts and principles accepted in the United States ("U.S. GAAP") or other regional bases of accounting.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Review Capital Purchase Requisition
• Review capital expenditure with project managers to ensure CIP is placed into service timely
• Record fixed asset accrual in accordance with the policy
• Record asset activation timely and accurately
• Ensure appropriate documentation is complete for asset activation
• Ensure asset tagging is performed
• Record asset retirement and ensure appropriate documentation is complete and the appropriate approval is obtained
• Record intercompany asset transfer and ensure appropriate documentation is complete
• Record impairment and ensure appropriate documentation is complete and the appropriate approval is obtained
• Review lease agreement and record lease entries related to lease events
• Ensure fixed asset/lease controls and processes are compliance with SOX and policy
• Coordinate with asset/lease owners to ensure fixed asset verification is completed timely
• Perform fixed asset physical count every 2 years and reconcile the count list to the fixed asset sub-ledger
• Other projects as assigned
• Run monthly depreciation and perform depreciation analysis
• Prepare monthly fixed asset/lease reconciliations and retain supporting file for monthly close package
• Liaise with auditors and provide information requested by Tax and FP&A team
• Travel is required when necessary to support shared services center activities

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting (required)
• Master's degree in finance, accounting, business, or other related fields (preferred)
• Professional qualifications such as ACCA, MICPA or CPA is an added advantage
• 4-7 years combined experience working for a public company and/or a public accounting firm with relevant experience in financial accounting, general ledger, month-end close, consolidation, and intercompany accounting.
• Working knowledge of internal controls and SOX compliance
• Working knowledge of major ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, etc.), preferred
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including a high degree of proficiency in Excel

Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:

• Do you have reconciliations experience?
• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• Which of the following accounting tasks are you familiar with?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• How many years of public practice accounting experience do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Fixed Asset Accountant?
• Which of the following Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS) are you experienced with?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?

Company profile

First Solar

4.6
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198 reviews

Consumer Electronics Manufacturing
1,001-5,000 employees

Founded in 1999, First Solar is a leading American solar technology company and global provider of responsibly produced eco-efficient solar modules advancing the fight against climate change. The company is unique among the world's ten largest solar manufacturers for being the only US-headquartered company and not manufacturing in China. First Solar's advanced thin film photovoltaic (PV) modules represent the next generation of solar technologies, providing a competitive, high-performance, lower-carbon alternative to conventional crystalline silicon (c-Si) PV panels.

Founded in 1999, First Solar is a leading American solar technology company and global provider of responsibly produced eco-efficient solar modules advancing the fight against climate change. The company is unique among the world's ten largest solar manufacturers for being the only US-headquartered company and not manufacturing in China. First Solar's advanced thin film photovoltaic (PV) modules represent the next generation of solar technologies, providing a competitive, high-performance, lower-carbon alternative to conventional crystalline silicon (c-Si) PV panels.

Perks and benefits
Medical

Education support

Dental

Sports (e.g. Gym)

Parking

Vision

Meal subsidy, Mother's room

More about this company

Company information
Registration No.
200701000829

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