General Accountant

DFDL was established in 1994 and founded on a unique vision: to create an integrated legal and tax advisory firm, with in-depth knowledge of the developing jurisdictions in which we are based. Our dedicated professionals exhibit the acumen and insight necessary to assist you in navigating the legal and tax complexities and challenges. Drawing on a wide-ranging industry experience and finely tuned local knowledge in countries we operate in, we strive to provide concise, commercially focused and innovative advice, staying true to our original motto: “One Region. One Firm”.

DFDL has 12 offices including collaborating firms, in Bangladesh, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.

As a full-service firm, DFDL provides legal and tax services across a variety of industry sectors. To better serve our clients’ business needs, we have also organized our expertise into the following practice groups:

• Anti-Trust and Competition
• Aviation and Logistics
• Banking and Finance
• Compliance and Investigations
• Corporate, Mergers and Acquisitions
• Dispute Resolution
• Employment
• Energy, Natural Resources and Infrastructure
• Investment Funds
• Real Estate and Hospitality
• Restructuring
• Tax and Transfer Pricing
• Technology, Media and Telecoms

Position

We are currently looking to recruit a qualified candidate to join our Bangkok office as General Accountant.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a multi-cultural environment with career development and personal growth opportunities.

• Reports to: DFDL Managing Director and Finance Manager
• Key external relationships: Auditors, Banks, and financial advisory firms.
• Key internal relationships: Finance Teams, Partners and Advisers
• Number of hiring: 01
• Salary range: Competitive commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Position type: Full time: Monday to Friday - 9:00 a.m. to 18.00 p.m.
• Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Job Description

As a General Accountant, you are expected to undertake the following activities and tasks:

• Record expense transactions in the accounts payable module of the accounting system.
• Prepare payments and ensure all related documentation is complete.
• Coordinate with Operations teams to verify invoices, match them with purchase orders (POs) and delivery receipts, and ensure timely payments.
• Record company petty cash on a weekly basis.
• Record and adjust accrued expenses, prepaid expenses, and related items as necessary.
• Reconcile balance sheet accounts.
• Prepare and submit tax returns (P.P.36, P.N.D.3, P.N.D.53, P.N.D.54, P.N.D.50, P.N.D.51) and ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Coordinate with the bank to manage financial transactions.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by management and Finance Manager.

Requirements

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Strong reconciliation and organizational skills.
• Competent in English communication, both written and verbal.
• Attention to detail with effective communication abilities.
• Familiarity with local tax regulations and compliance requirements.
• Integrity, reliability, and a commitment to strict confidentiality.
• Able to work within a team.

Qualifications:

• Thai nationality, with proficiency in both Thai and English (written and spoken) preferred
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years in accounting, with a focus on accounts payable and general accounting.
• Able to use Thai and English for speaking, reading, and writing at work.

Desirable:

• Prior experience working at a professional services firm is an advantage.
• Prior experience working in a multinational workplace is an advantage.

Applications should include a curriculum vitae or resume, accompanied by a covering letter outlining the candidate’s interest in and suitability for the position.

All applications and expressions of interest will be treated confidentially, being reviewed only by DFDL Senior Management and Human Resources team.

Please note that this position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed and processed on a rolling basis and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.