Accountant 2

Emerson Automation; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global automation firm is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist in Bayan Lepas, Penang. The role involves managing daily AP activities, liaising with clients regarding payments, and supporting Month End Close tasks. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Finance or Accounting and possess 2-3 years of relevant experience. Familiarity with Oracle ERP Systems and AP processes in a manufacturing environment is preferred. Strong English communication skills and the ability to work independently are essential.

Qualifications

• Constructive conversation in English (Written & Spoken).
• 2-3 years of relevant working experience required.
• Experience in AP activities from Manufacturing or Finance Shared Services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily Accounts Payable activities including payment and disbursement.
• Liaise with internal and external customers on payment issues professionally.
• Support Month End Close activities such as accruals and bank reconciliations.

Skills

English communication skills

Team player

Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting or equivalent

Tools

Oracle ERP System

Banking platforms

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the daily Accounts Payable (AP) activities (Payment/Disbursement, Travel & Entertainment (T&E), and Corporate Credit Card management) in accordance with corporate policies, SOX and correct accounting procedures
• Able to liaise with internal and external customers on all payment/disbursement as well as expense report and corporate credit card issues with the utmost professionalism
• Able to support and perform Month End Close activities such as monthly accruals, bank reconciliations & etc.
• Proactively able to bring in ideas for continuous improvement to promote efficiencies
• Able to perform in accordance with the required completeness to support the necessary business per Service Level Agreement (SLA) and meeting required dashboard (KPI)
• Able to undertake and participate in any ad-hoc assignments and projects when required
• Able to perform business partnering while upholding compliance, quality, professional and reliable financial services

Requirements

• Able to constructively converse in English (Written & Spoken)
• Candidate must possess at least a Bachelor’s Degree in the related field of Finance/Accounting or equivalent (Accounting / Finance/ Business Administration)
• At least 2-3 year(s) of working experience in the related field is required for this position.
• Experience in Oracle ERP System and banking platforms is an added advantage
• Preference to those with AP experiences from Manufacturing or Finance Shared Services environment supporting foreign countries AP activities (Asia Pacific countries)
• An engaged and independent person with good communication skills, team player & matured personality
• Applicants must be willing to work in Bayan Lepas, Penang