General Ledger Supervisor

Job Description

The General Ledger Supervisor is responsible for overseeing daily ledger activities, month-end closing, journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reporting, and compliance with company policies and accounting standards. Candidates should have a diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, with several years of hotel or hospitality accounting experience. Familiarity with financial systems, Microsoft Excel, internal controls, and Malaysian tax requirements is expected. The role requires strong attention to detail, sound analytical ability, leadership skills, and the confidence to supervise accounting staff. The successful candidate should be organised, reliable, discreet with financial information, and able to meet reporting deadlines in a busy hotel environment.

Company Info

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a major luxury hospitality group founded in Hong Kong, with hotels, resorts, and related properties across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and other international markets. The group is recognised for personalised service, comfortable surroundings, strong Asian hospitality values, and a broad portfolio ranging from city hotels to island resorts. In Malaysia, Shangri-La operates well-known properties in destinations such as Kuala Lumpur, Penang, and Kota Kinabalu. Employees typically work in a structured, multicultural environment with opportunities to build careers in hotel operations, finance, food and beverage, guest services, and management. The company generally values professionalism, integrity, teamwork, guest focus, and continuous learning. Benefits may include accommodation or meals in selected roles, staff discounts, training, medical coverage, and other benefits depending on the property and employment contract.

Destination Guide

Malaysia offers varied opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, finance, tourism, technology, and business services. Penang and Langkawi are especially attractive for hospitality workers, while Kuala Lumpur provides the broadest professional market. Penang combines historic George Town, beaches, excellent food, and a lively expatriate community. Langkawi offers a quieter island lifestyle, outdoor activities, and resort-based employment, although daily expenses and transport can vary by area. Malaysian culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian, and indigenous influences reflected in food, festivals, language, and everyday life. English is widely used in hotels and business settings. Overseas employees normally need an employer-sponsored Employment Pass, and the company must meet immigration requirements before work begins. Candidates should confirm accommodation, medical cover, taxes, transport, contract terms, and relocation costs before accepting an offer. Tourist entry does not permit employment.