The Chief Accountant is responsible for overseeing the hotel’s accounting operations, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash control, audit preparation, and compliance with Malaysian regulations and Shangri-La standards. Candidates typically need a degree in accounting or finance, professional qualifications such as ACCA or CPA are advantageous, and several years of accounting experience, preferably in a hotel or hospitality environment. Strong knowledge of financial systems, Malaysian tax requirements, internal controls, and Microsoft Excel is expected. The successful candidate should be analytical, accurate, ethical, well organised, and confident leading a finance team while working closely with department heads and senior management.
Shangri-La Group is a leading luxury hospitality company founded in Asia and headquartered in Hong Kong. It operates hotels, resorts, and related hospitality businesses across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. Shangri-La is recognised for personalised service, comfortable surroundings, strong guest relations, and its Asian-inspired approach to hospitality. Its Malaysian properties include city hotels and resort destinations, offering accommodation, restaurants, meeting facilities, wellness services, and leisure experiences. The company provides career opportunities in hotel operations, finance, food and beverage, sales, engineering, and guest services. Employees generally work in an international environment with structured procedures, professional development opportunities, and high expectations for service quality, integrity, teamwork, and financial discipline.
Malaysia offers opportunities in hospitality, finance, tourism, retail, technology, manufacturing, and shared services. Roles at island and resort destinations such as Langkawi, Penang, and Sabah can provide a relaxed lifestyle, lower living costs than Kuala Lumpur, and easy access to beaches, nature, and water activities. Malaysian culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous influences reflected in food, festivals, languages, and daily life. Accommodation, transport, and schooling should be researched before relocating, particularly on smaller islands where choices may be limited. Foreign employees generally need an employer-sponsored Employment Pass, and the company normally manages the application with Malaysian authorities. Candidates should confirm salary, housing, medical cover, relocation support, tax treatment, and pass eligibility before accepting an offer. English is widely used in business, while Malay is the national language.
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