Senior Accountant

Company Overview:

Love pets, tech, and the thrill of keeping digital tails wagging securely? Then this position at PetBacker might be your perfect match! PetBacker.com is a leading global pet service platform established in 2017, serving millions of pet owners across 50 countries. You can think of PetBacker as the Airbnb or Uber for pets. Pet lovers on PetBacker provide a wide range of pet care services ranging from Home Based Pet Boarding, Sitting, Pet Taxis, Pet Grooming, Dog Walking and more. We're not just connecting pet owners with amazing caregivers, we're also dedicated to making sure our platform is as secure as a well-locked treat cupboard, protecting the data and peace of mind of all the humans and their precious furry, scaly, and feathered friends. PetBacker is passionate about creating a safe, easy, and affordable way for pets to receive the best care.

Position Summary

As a Senior Accountant, you will play a vital role in our finance department, managing complex financial operations across multiple international entities. This role requires a high degree of accuracy, a strong understanding of international tax compliance particularly for the Taiwan market and the ability to oversee full-cycle accounting processes in a fast-paced marketplace environment

Key Responsibilities

• Taxation & Compliance: Prepare and review Taiwan VAT reporting, liaise with Taiwan tax agents regarding refunds, and review tax matters across all company entities to ensure total compliance
• Transaction Management: Perform payout verification to ensure accuracy, monitor payout statuses, and proactively follow up on failed, rejected, or unclaimed funds
• Financial Recording & Reporting: Classify bank and payment gateway transactions by category and currency; maintain supplier invoices and payments using SQL Accounting
• Month-End Closing: Prepare accruals, adjustments, and closing journal entries; perform monthly reconciliations of bank accounts and payment gateways; and investigate any financial discrepancies
• Internal Operations: Manage payroll reports, staff claims, fixed assets, and petty cash, ensuring all supporting documentation is complete and accurate within reporting timelines
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, external auditors, and tax agents on all financial and accounting matters

Core Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2 - 4 years experience
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in SQL Accounting software and Microsoft Excel (including advanced financial formulas and spreadsheets)
• Language Proficiency: Fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Due to the requirement to liaise with Taiwan tax agents and communities, fluency in spoken Mandarin is highly preferred
• Experience: Proven experience in handling full-cycle accounting, tax compliance, and financial reconciliations; experience in a global marketplace or tech environment is an advantage
• Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, high attention to detail to identify numerical errors, and a strong sense of responsibility

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical Insurance, Dental and Optical benefits
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative and innovative environment.
• Excellent career growth and development opportunities.
• Career advancement and growth within company
• Conveniently located with easy access to public transportation.