Senior Accountant

EMQ is a financial technology company that enables businesses of every size to access real-time, affordable, and efficient cross-border payments in 200+ markets. Through our API-powered platform, we continue to simplify global payments for our customers and enable them to scale efficiently across multiple markets. Our impact in making financial services more accessible and inclusive has been recognized by the World Economic Forum as a Tech Pioneer and by FXC Intelligence as a Top 100 Cross-Border Payment Company. The company is licensed in Hong Kong, Singapore, Indonesia, and Jordan, and registered as a Money Service Business in Canada. www.emq.com

If you are seeking an opportunity to make a real difference in a company with global reach and exciting financial services, come join us and grow with a team of people who will energize and inspire you!

What you'll be doing...

• Perform multiple entities' monthly balance sheet account reconciliations for various accounts, ensuring accuracy and adherence to IFRSs.
• Support monthly closing activities by preparing, verifying, and entering accurate journal entries.
• Prepare periodic and ad hoc financial reporting and analysis.
• Prepare monthly combined and consolidated financial statements.
• Variance analysis between local GAAP and IFRSs.
• Prepare support per audit PBC requests, actively interface with external auditors, and drive the completion of audit reports prior to deadlines.
• Assist with sales tax, withholding tax declarations, and ensure full compliance with regional regulatory requirements.
• Budget preparation, analysis, and reporting.
• Maintain clear desk procedures, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing within the team.
• Assist with special projects; such as system and procedures improvements, cross-entity alignment, and integration of acquisitions to ensure proper risk mitigation considerations and procedures are implemented.

What we're looking for...

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Thorough understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) and local tax regulations across multiple jurisdictions.
• Minimum of 5 years of related work experience; Big 4 accounting firm experience is a plus.
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel and PowerPoint; experience with regional e-invoicing platforms (e.g., Malaysia LHDN e-Invoice) is preferred.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and communicate proactively in a multi-cultural environment.
• High level of ownership, adaptability, and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving in dynamic workflows.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, and prioritize deadlines independently.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; communication and presentation
• Strong verbal and written communications skills in English are required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft office applications, especially PowerPoint and Excel.

You would benefit from our…

• Comprehensive employee benefits and rewards
• Generous leave policy to support personal and family needs
• Competitive compensation package
• Learning and Development program
• High performing, ambitious, collaborative and fun working culture
• Fast-paced multi-cultural environment, opportunities for career growth