Accounts Executive (AR)

SmartHire by SEEK; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SmartHire by SEEK is seeking an Accounts Executive - Accounts Receivable (AR) to join their team in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. This role covers collections, deductions, reconciliations and financial reporting while working closely with customers and internal teams.

Ideal candidates hold a Diploma or Degree in Accounting or Finance, with 2–3 years of AR experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software are required, and strong analytical, communication and

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field is required.
• 2–3 years of accounting experience, preferably in accounts receivable.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software will support effective performance.
• Analytical, communication and problem-solving skills are valued.
• Organised and dependable, able to work independently and with others.

Responsibilities

• Manage collections: Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on outstanding payments and support timely customer collections.
• Process deductions: Review and reconcile customer material deductions and back-charges accurately.
• Reconcile accounts: Complete monthly customer account reconciliations and help resolve payment discrepancies.
• Prepare reports: Produce AR ageing reports and maintain accurate, well-organised accounting records.
• Support closing: Assist with month-end closing, audit schedules and financial reporting activities.
• Coordinate stakeholders: Liaise with customers and internal departments on billing, payment and reconciliation matters.

Skills

Collections

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Organized working style

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Our client is seeking an Accounts Executive - Accounts Receivable (AR) to join their team!

This is an opportunity to build expertise across accounts receivable, customer reconciliations, collections and financial reporting while working closely with customers and internal teams.

What you'll be doing?

• Manage collections: Monitor accounts receivable, follow up on outstanding payments and support timely customer collections.
• Process deductions: Review and reconcile customer material deductions and back‑charges accurately.
• Reconcile accounts: Complete monthly customer account reconciliations and help resolve payment discrepancies.
• Prepare reports: Produce AR ageing reports and maintain accurate, well‑organised accounting records.
• Support closing: Assist with month‑end closing, audit schedules and financial reporting activities.
• Coordinate stakeholders: Liaise with customers and internal departments on billing, payment and reconciliation matters.

Who are they looking for?

• Accounting qualification: A Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field is required.
• Relevant experience: 2-3 years of accounting experience, preferably in accounts receivable.
• Technical capability: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software will support effective performance.
• Analytical approach: Good analytical, communication and problem‑solving skills are valued.
• Organised working style: A meticulous and dependable approach, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively, is important.