Accounts Payable Executive

Singtel Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent telecommunications company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist for managing day-to-day procure-to-pay (P2P) activities. You'll work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate transaction processing and compliance with company policies. The ideal candidate has a degree in Accountancy or Finance and at least 5 years of relevant experience, with strong skills in process improvement and Microsoft Office. Apply now to start your career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of working experience in Procure-to-Pay or Accounts Payable functions.
• Understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Meticulous in managing high volumes of transactions.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day P2P activities, including purchase order creation and invoice processing.
• Ensure timely and compliant processing of transactions across the organisation.
• Identify opportunities to streamline or automate existing processes.

Skills

Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related discipline

Minimum 5 years of working experience in Procure-to-Pay or Accounts Payable functions

Understanding of basic accounting principles

Ability to prepare and reconcile creditor statements and investigate variances

Experience in process improvement initiatives

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Certinia (previously FinancialForce) / Power BI

Proven ability to prioritize tasks & manage workloads efficiently

Meticulous and efficient in managing high volumes of transactions

Education

Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related discipline

Tools

Certinia (previously FinancialForce)

Power BI

Job description

Accounts Payable Specialist (Procure-to-Pay)

Responsible for managing day-to-day P2P activities, including purchase order creation, invoice processing, goods receipting, and reconciliations.

Works closely with onshore and offshore teams, internal stakeholders, and external vendors to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant processing of transactions across the organisation.

Make an Impact by:

1. Procure-to-Pay Operations

• Create and maintain purchase orders in accordance with company policies and approval workflows
• Process goods receipts and ensure accurate 3-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices
• Process non-PO supplier invoices in compliance with financial controls and procedures
• Perform creditor statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies with vendors
• Liaise with vendors to resolve purchase order, invoice, and payment-related issues
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate coding, approvals, and timely transaction processing

3. Compliance, Reporting & Month-End Activities

• Ensure all activities comply with internal policies, controls, and audit requirements
• Support month-end closing activities, including accruals and P2P reporting

4. Process Improvement & Team Support

• Identify opportunities to streamline, standardise, or automate existing processes
• Support finance transformation and system enhancement initiatives
• Work collaboratively with onshore and offshore teams to ensure consistent service delivery

Skills for Success

• Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related discipline
• Minimum 5 years of working experience in Procure-to Pay or Accounts Payable functions
• Understanding of basic accounting principles
• Ability to prepare and reconcile creditor statements and investigate variances
• Experience in process improvement initiatives
• Experience in process documentation
• Understanding of end-to-end Procure-to-Pay processes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Certinia (previously FinancialForce) / Power BI
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks & manage workloads efficiently
• Meticulous and efficient in managing high volumes of transactions

Your Career Growth Starts Here. Apply Now!