Accounts Assistant (Accounts Receivable)

Malaysian Food Development Sdn. Bhd.; Selangor; On-site; MYR 54,000 - 71,000; Full time

Job summary

Malaysian Food Development Sdn. Bhd. is seeking an Accounts Assistant (Accounts Receivable) with 3–5 years’ AR experience.

You will handle invoicing, payment allocation, customer reconciliations and collections, while maintaining accurate AR records and supporting month-end closing. Strong Excel skills and ERP exposure are required for efficiency and accuracy. The role emphasizes attention to detail, independence, and proactive problem-solving, with opportunities in a food industry that exports

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Accounts Receivable.
• Knowledge of AR processes: invoicing, payment allocation, reconciliation, and collections.
• Experience following up on overdue accounts and resolving discrepancies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel; experience with ERP accounting software (SQL Accounting, AutoCount, SAP).
• Good communication, detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue customer invoices, debit notes, and credit notes.
• Record and allocate customer payments accurately.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare AR ageing reports and collection updates.
• Monitor customer credit limits and overdue accounts.
• Liaise with Sales and Logistics on billing matters.
• Assist in month-end closing and audit schedules.
• Maintain accurate AR records and documentation.
• Prepare monthly customer statements and perform account reconciliations.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Invoicing

Payment allocation

Customer reconciliation

Collections

Excel

ERP systems

Education

Diploma/ Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SQL Accounting

AutoCount

SAP

Job description

Accounts Assistant (Accounts Receivable)

Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in Accounts Receivable.

Knowledge of the Accounts Receivable process, including invoicing, payment allocation, customer reconciliation, and collections.

Experience in following up on overdue accounts and resolving payment discrepancies.

Familiar with customer account reconciliation and AR ageing reports.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel.

Experience using accounting software (e.g. SQL Accounting, AutoCount, SAP, or similar ERP systems).

Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Detail-oriented, meticulous, proactive, and highly attentive to details, with strong analytical skills and the ability to identify and resolve discrepancies promptly while minimizing errors.

Responsible, well-organized, and able to work independently with minimum supervision.

Nice to Have

Experience in the FMCG, frozen food, food manufacturing, or distribution industry is an advantage.

Experience handling a high volume of transactions.

Knowledge of SST and e-Invoice requirements.

Experience supporting external audits.

Job Responsibilities

Prepare and issue customer invoices, debit notes, and credit notes.

Record and allocate customer payments accurately.

Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies.

Prepare AR ageing reports and collection updates.

Monitor customer credit limits and overdue accounts.

Liaise with the Sales and Logistics teams on billing-related matters.

Assist in month-end closing and audit schedules.

Maintain accurate AR records and documentation.

Prepare monthly customer statements and perform account reconciliations.

Perform any other related duties as and when required.

The company specializes in the trade of livestock and meat, with a particular focus on lamb and beef. We engage in both the import and export of fresh and frozen meat, serving markets across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. To integrate the whole cycle of our operations, the company owns livestock vessels that transport livestock all over the world, ensuring a seamless and efficient supply chain.

The company specializes in the trade of livestock and meat, with a particular focus on lamb and beef. We engage in both the import and export of fresh and frozen meat, serving markets across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. To integrate the whole cycle of our operations, the company owns livestock vessels that transport livestock all over the world, ensuring a seamless and efficient supply chain.