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With more than 150 sales and logistics facilities in over 54 countries, Doka provides a high-performing distribution network that ensures expert advice, customer service and technical support on site, with equipment delivered quickly regardless of project size or complexity. Employing 8,400 people worldwide, Doka is part of the Umdasch Group, a company that has stood for reliability, experience and trustworthiness for more than 150 years and serves as the parent organisation for its directly affiliated divisions, including Doka, umdasch The Store Makers and umdasch Industrial Solutions.\nEAP AREA TEAM Established to provide a versatile network of products, systems and expertise, Doka Asia Pacific (APAC) supports some of the world’s fastest growing economies. This positions Doka as a strong partner for a wide range of projects, from major infrastructure such as metro systems, bridges and tunnels to cost efficient housing developments. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the Doka APAC Area team serves as the central hub for key functions across the region and acts as a link to our headquarters in Austria. Doka has strengthened its regional presence through the integration of MFE Formwork Technology, acquired in 2024 and based in Malaysia. MFE is the global market leader in monolithic aluminium formwork systems and is recognised for delivering innovative, high-quality products supported by exceptional customer service. Established in 1991, MFE has grown to become the world leader in aluminium formwork systems, offering solutions that complement and enhance Doka’s wider portfolio.\nThis role will be based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.\nWHAT IF your expertise kept global business moving?\nJoin Doka and support regional finance initiatives to standardize accounting practices, enhance governance, improve operational efficiency and drive continuous process improvement across countries.\n Doka is looking for a passionate and proactive Accounting Specialist EAP to join our finance team. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant accounting and financial reporting across assigned entities within the East Asia Pacific region.\nThe role covers general ledger management, financial reporting, fixed asset accounting, statutory and tax compliance, and internal control monitoring. In addition to core accounting responsibilities, the position supports regional finance initiatives aimed at standardising accounting practices, strengthening internal controls, improving operational efficiency, and driving continuous process improvement across countries.\nWorking closely with country finance teams, regional finance colleagues, and external service providers, the Regional Accounting Specialist will contribute to building a consistent, professional, and scalable finance organisation.\nThis role offers opportunities to gain international experience, support new business setups, participate in regional finance transformation projects, and develop broader accounting and business management capabilities.\nYou will be responsible for:\nGeneral Ledger & Financial Reporting\nManage general ledger activities, including journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and other accounting adjustments.\nPrepare and review balance sheet reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and ensure timely resolution.\nCoordinate month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities in line with group reporting deadlines.\nPrepare financial reports and analyse significant movements and variances.\nManage intercompany reconciliations and ensure accurate and consistent accounting across assigned entities.\nFixed Assets Management\nMaintain accurate fixed asset registers and ensure appropriate capitalisation of expenditure.\nManage depreciation, asset transfers, disposals, and other fixed asset adjustments.\nCoordinate fixed asset verification and resolve discrepancies with relevant stakeholders.\nStatutory, Tax & Compliance\nSupport statutory financial statement preparation and coordinate annual external audits.\nPrepare audit schedules, respond to audit queries, and follow up on audit findings.\nSupport direct and indirect tax compliance, transfer pricing documentation, and other statutory submissions.\nEnsure compliance with applicable accounting standards, tax regulations, company policies, and internal controls.\nRegional Finance & Process Improvement\nSupport standardisation of accounting processes, reporting practices, and internal controls across countries.\nIdentify opportunities to improve efficiency through process simplification, automation, and digitalisation.\nDevelop and maintain accounting procedures and work instructions.\nParticipate in regional finance transformation projects, system implementation, and new business setup or integration activities.\nBusiness Support & Collaboration\nWork closely with country finance teams and regional stakeholders to resolve accounting issues and improve reporting quality.\nSupport financial analysis, ad hoc reporting, and other business-related assignments.\nCoordinate with external service providers to ensure effective and timely delivery of accounting and compliance services.\nCore Competencies\nTechnical Accounting Expertise: Sound accounting knowledge and financial reporting capabilities.\nConsistency & Standardisation: Promotes consistent accounting practices and reporting quality across countries.\nIntegrity & Compliance: Maintains high ethical standards and ensures regulatory compliance.\nAnalytical Thinking: Investigates discrepancies and develops practical solutions.\nCollaboration: Works effectively across functions, cultures, and geographical locations.\nInitiative & Adaptability: Takes ownership, embraces change, and actively contributes to continuous improvement.\n Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.\n5-7 years of relevant accounting experience.\nExperience in both external audit and commercial accounting is an advantage.\nSound understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and statutory compliance.\nProficiency in Microsoft Excel; 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