Accountant

Intel Intel · Semiconductors · Penang, Malaysia

Accountant role supporting monthly financial close processes, including posting payroll entries, reconciliations, and reporting, with a focus on US GAAP compliance and process improvement.

What you'd actually do

  1. Assist in month-end close by preparing and posting payroll-related journal entries, including salary accruals, cash clearing, and statutory contributions.
  2. Support quarter-end process by providing High-Level Validation (HLV) analysis.
  3. Support the year-end close by posting adjustments related to stock-based compensation (SPP, RSU), bonuses, leaves (e.g. PAVA) and other H2RA areas.
  4. Liaise with external auditors during year-end audit, including conducting payroll walkthroughs and managing audit queries.
  5. Perform monthly reconciliations of payroll-related balance sheet accounts and follow up on outstanding reconciling items to ensure timely resolution

Skills

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance
  • 0-1+ years of relevant professional experience with a Bachelor's degree
  • Proficiency in SAP or equivalent ERP systems
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
  • Demonstrated analytical skills to address financial data complexities
  • Knowledge of US GAAP compliance and financial reporting standards

Nice to have

  • Member or pursuing membership in professional accounting bodies such as CPA, ACCA, MICPA, or MIA
  • Familiarity with automation tools and technologies such as Power BI, Power Automate, Python, or SQL scripting
  • Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with diverse teams
  • Ability to manage ambiguity and adapt to dynamic environments while delivering results
  • Experience in project management and process improvement initiatives
  • Passion for leveraging technology to drive financial efficiency and innovation