Accounts Payable Specialist (12-Month Contract)

Lam Research; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research in Penang is hiring an Accountant on a fixed-term 12-month contract. You will manage accounts payable, ensure timely supplier payments, close monthly books, and prepare financial reports to support management decisions.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to handle high-volume transactions, and collaboration with supply chain. Proficiency in SAP and MS Office is preferred, with fluency in English and Mandarin encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field; professional accounting qualification (ACCA/CPA/MIA) preferred.
• Experience in Accounts Payable end-to-end is advantageous.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in a high-volume, transactional environment.
• Proficient with SAP and Microsoft Office; able to communicate in English and Mandarin.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely supplier payments per calendar and timelines.
• Review service provider transactions; ensure invoices are coded and approved per policies.
• Collaborate with supply chain to resolve invoice discrepancies before payment runs.
• Reserve adequate funds for payments.
• Month-end closing, reconciliations, and management reports; identify variances.
• Process employee expense reports per policy; respond to travel queries.
• Monitor e-invoicing submission; reconcile exceptions.
• Verify new vendor registrations and setup.
• Identify process improvements; support audits.
• Ensure GAAP and SOX compliance; handle payroll and fixed assets ad hoc.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Team player

English and Mandarin communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

ACCA/CPA/MIA certification

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lam Research in Penang is hiring an Accountant on a fixed-term 12-month contract. You will manage accounts payable, ensure timely supplier payments, close monthly books, and prepare financial reports to support management decisions.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to handle high-volume transactions, and collaboration with supply chain. Proficiency in SAP and MS Office is preferred, with fluency in English and Mandarin encouraged.