About this role
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BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.
Job Description
General Accounting Manager JG4
Job Description Summary
TheGeneralAccounting Managerplaysan important rolein ensuringaccuratefinancial reporting and compliance. Reporting to the Senior Accounting Managerand/or Global Operations Lead, thisrole will beoverseeingthegeneral accountingprocessesfor the regionconducted by both our internalteamand our third-party service provider.This roleis responsibleforensuring compliance within establishedCompany policies,regulationsand accounting practices, and providing support to internal and external stakeholders.
This roleis expected tocollaboratewith our third-partyserviceproviderondaily operations andtoidentifyand implement process improvements in the general accounting and general ledger system by researching and assessing workflow procedures and policies.Withdifferent levelsof participation, theGeneralAccounting Managerwillassistin various projects through their completion.
Key Responsibilities:
GeneralLedger & Accounting Governance
Ensure the integrity of the general ledger across multiple ERP environments byestablishingand driving standardized accounting processes
Provide oversight and approval of journal entries, including accruals, reclasses, payroll, stock compensation, and T&E-related postings
Ensure all accounting entriescomply withapplicable accounting standards, internal policies, and key controls Reconciliation& Balance Sheet Control
Oversee balance sheet and subledger reconciliation processes, ensuring completeness, accuracy, andtimelyresolution of discrepancies
Drive root cause analysis of aged items, abnormal balances, and recurring issues, ensuringappropriate escalationand resolution plans
Ensure prepayments, accruals, and amortization schedules are accurately recorded and monitored Accruals, Prepayments & Expense Management
Ensure robust governance over accrual processes, including validation of open invoices, collaboration with PO owners, and completeness of recorded liabilities
Oversee the tracking andtimelyrecognition of recurring accruals and related adjustments
Ensureappropriate accountingtreatment of prepayments and systematic amortization Third-Party (BPO) Service Provider Management
Provideoperationaloversight and governance of third-party service providers to ensure high-quality,timely, and compliant service delivery
Establish clear performance expectations andmonitordelivery against SLAs, KPIs, and control requirements
Partner with providers to resolve escalations, drive continuous improvement, and ensure alignment with company policies and procedures Audit, Compliance & Internal Controls
Accountable for compliance toSOX and internal control frameworksfor general accounting for the region, ensuring effective design and execution of controlsfor general accounting for the region
Act as the primary point of contact forUS GAAPinternal and external auditsfor General Accounting team, ensuringtimelyand effective resolution of audit findings
Reinforce a strong control environment across all accounting processes and service delivery models Cross-Functional & Regional Leadership
Act as a key liaisonfor General Accountingfor the regionwith RSO andacross Corporate, Business Unitsand other key stakeholders
Provide accounting guidance and leadership across multiple legal entitiesfor the regionand coordinate withGeneralAccounting Senior Manager to ensurestandardizedapproach across the regions. For complex accounting treatment, ensure to alignand partnerwith RSO, Global TechnicalaccountingandCorporate Controllers. ProcessStandardization & Continuous Improvement
Drive the standardization of accounting processes across multiple ERP environments and regionsin coordination with GPO
Identifyand implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and best practices to enhance efficiency and quality
Ensure all processes are well-documented through robust desktop procedures andmaintainedfor consistency and audit readiness TeamLeadership & Performance Management
Provide leadership, oversight, and direction to theGeneralaccounting teamof the regionincluding BPO partners, ensuring high performance and accountability
Review team outputs (journal entries, reconciliations, accruals) to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance
Drive ownership of KPIs and service delivery metrics, ensuring continuous performance improvement Project& Stakeholder Management
Lead accounting-related projects and initiatives, ensuringtimelydelivery and alignment with strategic objectives
Build strong stakeholder relationships and foster collaboration across functions and geographies Additional responsibilities:
Integrate Accounting processes from acquired companies into existing processes
Ensure that all processes and policies are compliant with Internal Audit and Sarbanes-Oxley control requirements
Prepare Quarterly balance sheet reconciliation and reasonableness flux analysis,reviewand remediation, as needed
Identify and implement processes improvements and automation opportunities
Communicate directly with multiple functions and businesses and senior management within the organization
Reviewof non-standard ad-hoc journal entries as needed in line with policies
General Accounting Team oversight,mentoringand coaching
Timely updateand escalationof key tasks toGlobal Operations leadership
Other tasks that may be assigned in line with Global Operations leadership Education and Experience:
MinimumBA/BS Degree in Accounting
Minimum8-10years' experienceinAccounting
Minimum5yearsof supervisory experience,experience managing other countries/regions a plus
Strong technical accounting standards knowledge - US GAAP and/or IFRS
Experienceinworking in a regional or global shared service environment
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with SAP background, Blackline reconciliation background a plus Skills:
Strong analytical / problem solving skills
Good and clear English communication skills
Strong stakeholder management capabilities with good interpersonal/relationship building skills across diverse cultures
Ability to identify areas of issue and provide resolution
Ability to work in a self-directed manner with little direct supervision
Proven process/continuous improvement experience.
Demonstrates people management skills andability to embody servant leadership principles
Able to work in shiftsand manage teams working in shiftsas part of Global Operations team Why Join Us?
To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.
We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face-to-face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success.
To learn more about BD visithttps://bd.com/careers.
Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Primary Work Location
MYS Kuala Lumpur - Jalan Kerinchi
Additional Locations
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