Regional Management Accountant

Position SummaryFlight Centre Travel Group is a fast-paced, growth-focused, high performance organisation. This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious finance professional join a new team based out of our Kuala Lumpur hub. Reporting to the Regional Financial Controller and working closely with the Regional Finance Director, you'll be responsible for the delivery of Financial and Management accounting. This role requires someone who is curious, that thrives in fast-paced, multi-market environments, and wants to make their mark by establishing world-class financial processes across diverse markets.Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial ControlEnsure balance sheet reconciliation each month in accordance with group policy, conducting quarterly balance sheet reviews with the Finance Director, and ensuring remediations are actioned in a timely manner Contribute to robust financial control frameworks that enhance cost control and improve income protection Ensure adherence to group standards and accounting policies Critical DeadlinesMonth-end close with Trial Balance completed no later than working day 4 All internal reporting, management packs, and supplementary reporting (e.g. daily sales, weekly debtors, TC&E spend) External reporting including group reporting, tax returns, statutory accounts, and audit support Forecasting & Analysis Delivery of commentary and analysis, ensuring all stakeholders understand the underlying performance of our business Accurate and reliable mid-month and day 1 flash forecasts Support quarterly reforecast and annual budget cycles, engaging with business leaders and FP&A teams as required Business PartnershipProvide ad-hoc support to Finance Director and FP&A, ensuring timely understanding of financial performance and position Respond at short notice to analytical requests and support business development activities across the region Build genuine partnerships across the business, providing both challenge and support to commercial thinking LeadershipContribute to the collaborative team environment focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement Take ownership of finance processes, ensuring optimization and elimination/automation of non/low-value work Take responsibility for your deliverables RequirementsExperience & Qualifications: Qualified / near-qualified accountant with strong experience in financial and management accounting Expertise across different jurisdictions (Australia, Singapore, India, China, Japan highly beneficial) Exposure to the travel industry would be beneficial Technical Skills: Strong IFRS accounting knowledge with hands-on experience in complex environments Advanced Excel skills and experience with BI tools; comfortable with large data sets and Excel-based reporting Process improvement experience with demonstrable track record of driving efficiency Personal Attributes: Excellent English communication skills (written and verbal) are essential for stakeholder engagement; Mandarin, Cantonese, and/or Japanese would be beneficial but are not required Common sense and pragmatic approach to problem-solving in dynamic environments Commercial acumen: the ability to recognise when there is a commercial opportunity or risk and respond accordingly Hands-on leadership style - flexible team player willing to support deliverables Calm under pressure with ability to meet tight deadlines Strong customer service orientation when working with internal and external stakeholders Are you ready to elevate your career in travel management? Apply with FCM today!FCM is corporate travel management brand under Flight Centre Travel Group. FCM Asia is an Equal Opportunity Employer searching for talented, driven people who have a desire to build a rewarding career in a company that loves to celebrate your success! We work in a team work environment where we maintain a favourable working relationship with co-workers in all departments to foster a culture of trust and mutual respect.By joining the team, you'll discover first hand why we're recognised around the world as an outstanding employer. In addition, our company founder strongly believes the success of our business relies on the success of our people.#FCMAS