Kerja Sepenuh Masa, Manager, Financial Reporting - Compliance di Roundtable On Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) Federal Territory - Maukerja

The Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) is a global partnership to make palm oil sustainable. Today, the RSPO is a global, non-profit organisation with over 6,000 voluntary members across 104 countries and territories, representing every link in the supply chain: oil palm producers, palm oil processors and traders, consumer goods manufacturers, retailers, banks and investors, environmental or nature conservation non-governmental organisations (NGOs), and social or developmental NGOs.

At RSPO, we believe that our success is built by the passion, dedication, skills, and expertise of our people. They are the ones who drive our organisation to new heights and guide us through the next phase of our development.

The Manager, Financial Reporting & Compliance reports to the Head, Financial Planning & Reporting and is responsible for ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of the organisation’s financial statements and regulatory filings. This role leads the financial reporting processes, manages compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements, and strengthens internal controls. The position works closely with auditors and internal stakeholders to uphold strong governance and reporting quality.

The location of this role is Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

KEY ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties include but will not be limited to the following:

Financial Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare and review of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with IFRS and relevant local GAAP, internal policies, and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Manage the review and validation of financial results, disclosures and supporting schedules to ensure accuracy, completeness and reporting integrity
• Monitor updates to accounting standards and implement required changes.
• Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules for accuracy and completeness.

Audit & Internal Control

• Manage external and internal audits relating to financial reporting.
• Implement, monitor and continuously improve internal controls relating to financial reporting and compliance processes.
• Ensure compliance with finance policies and procedures, accounting standards and internal controls.
• Ensure documentation, reconciliations, and reporting processes meet audit standards.
• Maintain and enhance accounting policies, reporting frameworks, and financial planning processes.

Process Improvements & Collaboration

• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth finance workflows.
• Provide guidance on accounting treatments for new transactions or arrangements.
• Strengthen financial reporting controls, documentation, and review processes.
• Support finance transformation, process improvement, and system enhancement projects.

Leadership & Management

• Lead, train and develop the Financial Reporting & Compliance team to ensure high productivity and accuracy.
• Allocate tasks and oversee the workload distribution for the Financial Reporting & Compliance team.
• Conduct performance evaluations and support staff development.
• Act as the main point of contact for escalated Financial Reporting & Compliance issues.

Apart from the duties stated above, to perform any such duties reasonably assigned.

THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT

Education

• University degree in accounting and finance, preferably with professional qualification as a qualified accountant

Experience

• At least 8 years of progressive experience in financial reporting, audit, or compliance, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Experience working with auditors.
• Proficiency with accounting systems and reporting tools.

Technical and Professional Knowledge

• Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Clear communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft 365 including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Strategic and analytical mindset.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
• Commitment to governance and compliance excellence.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and interact with different stakeholders
• Ability to prioritise tasks, detail oriented and good organisational skills.
• High integrity and a good team player

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified applicants are invited to send in their updated CV giving comprehensive details of educational background, work experience, and related achievements to ************* Please state "Job Application - Manager, Financial Reporting & Compliance" in your email subject line.

**RSPO is an equal opportunity employer. Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be notified.