Account Payable Specialist

ACCA Careers; Kampung Jalan Baru; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company located in Malaysia, Penang, is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage key performance metrics, ensure timely payment processing, and support audit efforts. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Accounting or related fields and 1-2 years of experience in Accounts Payable. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years working experience in Accounts Payable process.
• Possesses knowledge in Microsoft Office, SAP, and Data reconciliation.
• Candidate should have good communication skills and a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Ensure Payment team's monthly KPIs are met.
• Schedule payment runs and ensure timely release.
• Monitor and close operational issues.
• Liaise with various teams for data-related issues.
• Perform quality checks on invoices.
• Prepare payment forecasts and assist in audits.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

SAP knowledge

Data reconciliation

Education

Degree/Diploma/Polytechnic in Accounting

Job description

Responsibilities

• Ensure Payment team’s monthly KPI are monitored and achieved, eg Payment On Time, Payment Rejection & Urgent Payment requests
• Schedule payment run as per the agreed timeline with respective BGs; and ensuring the payment is released on time in system successfully.
• Work closely with the lead to monitor and close the operation issues.
• Liaise with Vendor Master team for any master data related issues.
• Liaise with Invoice processing team to ensure correct Bank part type has been selected for payment
• Perform quality check on posted invoices as per the agreed threshold.
• Perform vendor accounts clearing, including intercompany transactions.
• Prepare payment forecast and send out to BG on timely basis.
• Involve and highlight to BGs on payment related issues in the Monthly Operational Meeting.
• Assist in audit process by providing the samples, or supporting documents.
• Generate AP Aging report on monthly basis.
• Check and active monitoring the AP aging to ensure no item is overdue more than 30 days through active stakeholders’ engagement.
• Handling phone calls from vendor regarding payment issues.
• Involve in ad hoc project as and when assigned.

Requirements

• Degree/Diploma/Polytechnic Advanced Vocational in Accounting, or Business-related fields
• Candidates with 1-2 years working experience in Accounts Payable process are welcome to apply.
• Possesses knowledge in Microsoft Office, SAP, Data reconciliation, Accounts Payable.
• Candidate should have good communication skills, problem solving skills, positive attitude, eyes for details and accuracy.