Assistant Manager Accounts Payable

We are hiring for Assistant Manager, Accounts Payable@ KL, Malaysia.

Interested candidates please share your resume to [email protected]

Role: Assistant Manager, Accounts Payable

Location: KL, Malaysia

Nature : Permanent

Key Accountabilities:

• Oversee electronic transfer processes, ensuring thorough checks and controls are performed.
• Maintain accuracy in processes related to vendor maintenance, purchase orders, goods receipt, invoice
• processing and receipt, payment of invoices, employee T&E claims, and communication with vendors and internal customers.
• Ensure compliance with group policies, process flows, and relevant laws and regulations.
• Review and approve invoices, payment requests, and expense reports, ensuring they are accurate and properly authorized.
• Prepare expense analyses and financial reports to support decision-making.
• Proactively identify and recommend areas for continuous improvement through automation and innovative ideas and manage the implementation of solutions in end-to-end Accounts Payable processes.
• Collaborate with Group Sourcing & Procurement to resolve any payment-related issues or discrepancies promptly.
• Participate in accounting closing activities, including Month End Close, internal, and external audits, and team performance reviews. Develop work plans and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned by manager.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the accurate and timely processing of business operational tasks.
• Report all activities to the line manager and escalate important issues when necessary.
• Coach junior team members, supervise routine operations, and ensure timely deliverables from the team.

Qualification/Experience :

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance or Business or equivalent. A relevant professional certification
• would be an added advantage.
• 4+ years' proven experience in accounts payable processes or a related financial role and at least 2+ years of team leading with a focus on continuous development.
• Solid understanding of accounts payable processes, invoice processing, payment methods, expense report management and vendor management.

Knowledge & Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of Oracle accounting will be a plus
• Proficiency in MS Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to handle high volumes of transactions.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal and
• external stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions.
• Knowledge of internal controls, compliance requirements, and best practices in AP operations.
• Experience in leading and managing a team, including coaching, mentoring, and performance management.