Accountant, Record to Report

Country/Region:  MY
City:  Kuala Lumpur
Business Platform: 

EDP Renewables APAC is the main subsidiary of EDP Group, a global leader in the renewable energy sector and one of the world’s largest wind producers. With its headquarters in Singapore, EDP Renewables is the leading sustainable development hub for the Asia Pacific region with activities across nine different markets. Our activities are focused on the design, development, management, and operation of renewable energy sources, namely solar, wind, as well as new technologies such as storage.

 

EDP is a global energy group leading the Energy Transition, Innovation and Sustainability. Using the technology of the future, we create solutions highly focused on the needs of our people and our customers, never neglecting our role and contributions to society. To achieve our goals, we aim to attract diverse people with high potential through the professional opportunities we create.

 

Join us to be part of a renewable energy leader that reinvests in society through sustainable projects and social as well as cultural causes. You will have the opportunity to actively participate in our global transformation, by changing tomorrow now.

 

Role Summary:

 

The Accountant will be responsible for supporting the Record-to-Report (R2R) process. This role involves ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of financial records, managing month-end and year-end close activities, preparing journal entries, and performing account reconciliations.

 

The Accountant will collaborate closely with other finance teams and contribute to the seamless delivery of finance operations in a global and shared services environment.

 

Responsibilities: 

 

  • Prepare and post accurate journal entries for monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.
  • Ensure all financial transactions are recorded in compliance with IFRS, SFRS, and company policies.
  • Work closely with other teams, such as Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Tax, and Treasury, to ensure smooth flow of financial data and resolve discrepancies.
  • Assist in preparing accruals, provisions, and adjusting entries as required during close periods.
  • Support the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes (including presentation of financial variance analysis), ensuring timely and accurate submission of financial data.
  • Review and reconcile balance sheet accounts to ensure they are accurate and in line with financial policies and standards.
  • Prepare account reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts (e.g., prepaid expenses, accruals, fixed assets, intercompany, etc).
  • Assist in the preparation of financial reports for internal management, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.
  • Support the preparation of management reporting packages, including variance analysis, and provide explanations for key financial movements.
  • Coordinate with the consolidation team to ensure that intercompany reconciliations are completed in a timely manner and reflect accurately in the group consolidation.
  • Ensure compliance with local regulations and company policies in all accounting and reporting activities.
  • Follow internal control procedures to ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial data and minimize the risk of errors or fraud.
  • Work with R2R Team Lead to identify and recommend improvements to accounting processes, aiming for increased efficiency and reduced manual effort and implement solutions to streamline accounting workflows.
  • Provide support for ad-hoc reporting, analysis, and special projects as requested by management or other departments.
  • Assist with external audits and provide necessary documentation and explanations to auditors when required.
  • Provide support for stock take.
  • Provide support for any other ad hoc projects such as financial due diligence. 

 

Requirements:

 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Audit experience is preferred.
  • 2-4 years of experience in accounting, preferably in a shared services or Global Business Services (GBS) environment.
  • Strong understanding of accounting principles (e.g., IFRS, SFRS) and financial reporting practices.
  • Familiarity with accounting software or ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced proficiency in MS Excel.
  • Knowledge of basic intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and month-end close procedures.
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

 

When you join EDP Renewables APAC, you will have access to: 

 

  • Professional experience in a leading global company in the renewables industry with flexible work conditions  
  • Recognition through remuneration compatible with the role and other additional benefits  
  • Opportunities for personal and professional development, e.g. cross-cutting projects, mobilities and volunteering  
     

 

About EDP Group: 

 

As a socially responsible company, we incorporate our values and practices with the principles of Diversity and Inclusion. To achieve all our objectives, we intend to attract, develop and retain different profiles, assuming diversity as a key factor and differentiator of fundamental innovation in our organisation. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to the inclusion and sense of belonging of each person who is part of the EDP Group.  

 

What makes us proud as an employer:  

 

TOP Employer APAC, Singapore 2025 certification 

TOP Employer Europe 2025 certification  

Bloomberg Gender Equality Index 2021  

Top Workplaces US 2021  

Certification in Conciliation (Excellence) by the Más Familia Foundation 

 

Equal opportunities for all

 

Our vision is that each person combines their unique characteristics and experiences to fulfill our mission of creating new energy for the planet. We are an inclusive employer, ensuring all candidates are treated fairly throughout the recruitment process. We welcome and value all people, and we are committed to fostering a sense of belonging for each person who is part of the EDP group.

 

Need more reasons to apply?

 

As a top employer we:

 

Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making;
Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits;
Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility;

 

  • More than academic knowledge and technical skills, we are looking for ambitious people who are enthusiastic about the future and who bring human skills aligned with our purpose;
  • Discover our tips to enhance your performance during the recruitment process and apply until 18/7/2026 if you think you are the right fit for this opportunity.


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