Accountant

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Penang, Daerah Timor Laut, Penang, MYS
In-Office
Mid level
Artificial Intelligence • Cloud • Information Technology • Software
Creating world-changing technology that enriches the lives of every person on earth.
The Role
Supports monthly financial close through journal entries, account reconciliations, variance analysis, financial reporting, audit support, and process documentation. Collaborates with Finance and cross-functional teams to resolve accounting issues and improve processes. Also supports finance system implementations, upgrades, user acceptance testing, validation, and issue resolution. This is a 12-month contract role based in Penang, Malaysia, with a hybrid work model.
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Job Description

This role will support accounting operations within the Finance organization. The primary responsibility is to support the monthly financial close process by ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner. The role will work closely with business partners and other Finance teams to maintain the integrity of the company's financial records while supporting day-to-day accounting operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Month-End Close: Support month-end close activities by preparing and posting journal entries, reviewing financial transactions, and ensuring assigned accounting activities are completed accurately and on schedule.
Account Reconciliations: Perform monthly balance sheet account reconciliations, investigate reconciling items, and work with relevant stakeholders to resolve outstanding balances in a timely manner.
Financial Analysis: Assist with variance analysis and financial reporting by identifying unusual fluctuations, researching discrepancies, and supporting management reporting requirements.
Audit Support: Support internal and external audit activities by preparing supporting schedules, providing documentation, and responding to audit requests.
Process Documentation: Maintain and update accounting procedures, process documentation, and work instructions to ensure they remain current and accurate.
Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams, including Finance, Operations, Procurement, HR, and other business stakeholders, to resolve accounting issues and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Ad-hoc: Participate in finance system implementations, upgrades, and enhancement initiatives by supporting user acceptance testing (UAT), validation activities, and issue resolution.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance.
- Min 3 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.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Member or pursuing membership in professional accounting bodies such as CPA, ACCA, MICPA, or MIA
- Familiarity with SAP, preferably S/4 HANA
- 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.

- This will be a 12 month contract role.

          

Job Type:Intel Contract Employee

Shift:Shift 1 (Malaysia)

Primary Location: Malaysia, Penang

Additional Locations:

Posting Statement:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.Position of TrustN/A

Work Model for this Role

This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. * Job posting details (such as work model, location or time type) are subject to change.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Intel is committed to Responsible Business Alliance (RBA) compliance and ethical hiring practices. We do not charge any fees during our hiring process. Candidates should never be required to pay recruitment fees, medical examination fees, or any other charges as a condition of employment. If you are asked to pay any fees during our hiring process, please report this immediately to your recruiter.

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or Finance
  • At least 3 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 for addressing financial data complexities
  • Knowledge of US GAAP compliance and financial reporting standards
  • Membership or pursuit of membership in a professional accounting body such as CPA, ACCA, MICPA, or MIA
  • Familiarity with SAP, preferably S/4 HANA
  • Strong communication skills and collaborative approach
  • Ability to manage ambiguity and adapt to dynamic environments
  • Experience in project management and process improvement initiatives
  • Interest in leveraging technology to improve financial efficiency and innovation

Intel Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Intel and has not been reviewed or approved by Intel.

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Sabbaticals and paid time off are highlighted as signature elements, with an established program offering four weeks after four years or eight weeks after seven years. This distinctive time off is positioned as a meaningful part of the overall package.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid bonding leave of 12 weeks and a New Parent Reintegration program, plus fertility benefits around $40,000 and up to $15,000 adoption reimbursement with no lifetime cap, are clearly stated. These programs are presented as standout components alongside broader family support resources.
  • Healthcare Strength Multiple medical plan options with 2026 updates, a shift to Spring Health for EAP, and in‑network virtual medical visits covered at 100% beginning in 2026 indicate a comprehensive offering. These features signal an emphasis on robust medical access and mental health support.

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