Project Accountant - GMP Malaysia

Project Accountant

Who we are:

Atkore is forging a future where our brands, suppliers, employees, customers, partners, and communities are building better together – a future focused on empowering our customers while we power and protect the world.

Atkore is a leading manufacturer and distributor of electrical, mechanical, and safety infrastructure solutions. With approximately 3,900 employees and 65 manufacturing and distribution facilities worldwide, we manufacture electrical conduit, cable management systems, armored cable, metal framing, and security products and solutions.

Who we are looking for:

Our Global Construction Services (GCS) strategic business unit is looking for a project accountant who will be responsible for supporting project accounting, month end close and financial reporting and analysis. Our ideal candidate has strong analytical skills and exposure to Project accounting (% completion). We also value integrity, team spirit and strong organizational skills.

What you’ll do:

Facilitate month end close

Audit project cost projections and report on variances and revenue recognition

Support Google reporting requirements.

Prepare journal entries and account reconciliations

Work with Atkore management team to develop management package

Accurately report intercompany and third party transactions

Report and record forecasts

Maintain rolling forecast & Prepare Annual Budgets

Work closely with operations team

Manage Inventory reporting and Valuation

Update projections as purchase orders are received and change orders are issued

Develop reports and KPIs to track and monitor project activity.

Establish all floor based KPI’s

Support Google Reporting Requirements

CER process

Manage Working Capital requirements

Ensure 3 way match PO, receipt, and invoice for materials

Maintain accurate inventory of Atkore and owner supplied materials

Track all insurance, including site specific insurance documents

Prepare commercial invoices for international shipping

Ensure Invoices are paid on time (AR)

Manage cashflow reporting

Ensure compliance with local reporting authorities

Timeliness of local tax returns

Local payroll compliance for small team

Manage banking relationships with Group Treasury

Manage relationships with local auditors (Tax & Accounting)

Overall Branch Management with support from local EY team.

What you’ll bring:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting / Finance qualification

3-5 years of experience in a project-based role, preferably in construction or manufacturing

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with flexibility and adaptability to change.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Experience in multi-state projects a plus.

Within 3 months, you’ll:

Complete your Atkore immersion program.

Develop relationships with the key stakeholders for this role. (Internal & External)

Have learned the fundamentals of our company’s internal software and processes.

Take full ownership over recurring journal entries and reconciliations.

Within 6-months, you’ll:

Take full ownership of project reporting, forecasting, analysis and audits..

Assist Controller with creation of ad-hoc financial reports.

Assist Controller with analysis and reporting of balance sheet fluctuations.

Within 12-months, you’ll:

Be subject matter expert in your processes.

Provide suggestions for improvement to current processes that pertain to your responsibilities.

Become integral member of the local Atkore team

Atkore is committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, all in a way that’s consistent with our core values. Together, we build strong leaders that continually endeavor to move us forward.