Accountant (AP) Full Time NEW

Who are We

Bridge Data Centres (BDC) is Southeast Asia based hyperscale data infrastructure builder, striving for an ever-growing and transforming digital future. We focus on empowering our clients and their cloud-first and AI-driven strategy, through our hyperscale, build-to-suit, and colocation data solutions.

We build large, deliver fast, and cost efficient. We begin our journey in Southeast Asia, yet our reach and ambition go far beyond. We are building secure, reliable, and sustainable warehouse for a digital future of our universe.

Summary

Responsible for full scopes of Account Payables (AP), i.e., Vendor Bills and Payments, Payment Application & Reconciliation, AP Ageing/ Report in an efficient and timely manner to ensure compliance with the relevant policies, procedures, and financial controls. This role report to the Tower Lead – AP based in Malaysia, with a dotted reporting line to the Head of Finance for Thailand. This role will also be expected to provide insights and analytical support for key stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

A. Vendor Bills and Payments

• Prepare and process vendor invoices and payment lists, including both scheduled and urgent payments
• Monitor payment progress with Treasury and obtain payment advice for submission and tracking
• Handle withholding tax (WHT) matters, including accurate deduction, filing, and timely submission
• Maintain and review vendor records in NetSuite, ensuring compliance with DoA and aligning payments with proper cycles for working capital management

B. Payment Application & Reconciliation

• Application of outgoing payments to the correct vendor accounts.
• Ensure all payments are accounted for and properly posted.
• Perform account payable reconciliation, investigate, and address any discrepancies.

C. AP Ageing/ Report

• Preparation of monthly AP Ageing/ Report timely.
• Analyze AP balances and propose solutions.
• Proactive approach to addressing overdue accounts by analyzing and understanding the rational of overdue bills. Forecast and schedule payment date or escalation to respective department for aged accounts.

D. Compliance

• Ensuring compliance with policies and procedures
• Ensure Internal Control Framework compliance across activities. Adhere to segregation of duties defined by management.
• Support GL Team on annual audits, tax return and other statutory bodies to ensure timeline submission and full compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and submit VAT (Input VAT: PP30 / PP36) and Withholding Tax filings (PND3 / PND53 / PND54) via RD e-Filing.
• Ensure accurate WHT deductions, timely payments, and proper issuance of withholding tax certificates.

E. Ad hoc

• Maintain good relationships with stakeholders, i.e., Cross-department collaboration, organize stand-up meetings to provide regular progress updates to the stakeholders.
• To involve and assist in duties assigned from time to time by the Management.
• To involve and support in annual audit and tax filing.
• To involve and assist in E-invoicing filing.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or a Professional Qualification (CPA/ CPD).
• Minimum 5-6 years of relevant working experience.
• Preferred audit background.
• Proven experience in financial analysis, budgeting, or a related role.
• Able to adapt in MNC/ Crossed Border Management environment.
• Financial focus and experience, sensitive in numbers.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word & PowerPoint). Experience with Oracle NetSuite will be advantageous.
• Familiar with relevant accounting standards (US GAAP, TFRS, IFRS).
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Good organization, analytical skills and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Committed with a strong sense of responsibility and able to work within deadlines.

If you’re ready to be part of a global data centres organization that values growth, innovation, and equal opportunities, this could be the next step in your career. We believe in building a culture where everyone can develop their potential and contribute meaningfully.