Accounts Receivable Executive (Spanish Speaker)

Kerry Group plc; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global taste and nutrition company is seeking an Accounts Receivable Executive (Spanish Speaker) to manage overdue debts and resolve invoice issues. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting and at least 1 year of relevant experience. Fluency in Spanish and a strong understanding of accounts receivable processes are required. This role involves managing customer relationships and preparing insightful reports. The position offers a hybrid working model in Kuala Lumpur.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in accounts receivable or related finance role.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes.
• Ability to analyze issues and resolve customer queries.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of accounts receivable related to Debtors’ Ledger.
• Handle customer queries and ensure swift resolution.
• Prepare and dispatch dunning letters/statements.

Skills

Fluency in Spanish

Professional communication

Problem-solving

Customer relationship management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Accounting

Tools

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Accounts Receivable Executive (Spanish Speaker)

Requisition ID: 60894
Position Type: FT Permanent
Workplace Arrangement: #LI-Hybrid

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

Work Location: 1Powerhouse, PJ (5mins walk from MRT Bandar Utama)

Reporting To: Accounts Receivable Team Lead

Working Hours: 2.00PM – 11.00PM / 3.00 PM -12.00 AM

The Accounts Receivable Executive oversees the collection of overdue debt and resolving issues on the invoices. He/She needs to build rapport with the internal and external customer to get the result. He/She needs to ensure the payment is properly allocated based on customer remittance.

Key responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of accounts receivable related to Debtors’ Ledger
• Handle customer queries with professionalism, liaising effectively with market contacts to ensure swift resolution.
• Conduct inbound and outbound calls to maintain strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Act as a trusted point of contact for resolving queries and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate closely with the AR Team Leader, providing essential support for credit control activities to maintain financial stability.
• Managing overdue payments, unapplied cash and requesting remittance advice.
• Prepare and dispatch dunning letters/statements.
• Receive and give input to initiate legal / insurance actions.
• Ensure all associate activities strictly adhere to audit and compliance requirements.
• Maintain detailed and accurate documentation of all dispute-related activities for transparency and accountability.
• Proactively identify, escalate, and follow through on any issues, ensuring timely and effective resolution to minimize disruptions.
• Prepare insightful reports that provide clarity and drive decision-making.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across AR operations.

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Fluency in Spanish and English.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in accounts receivable, deductions / credit review, or a related finance role.
• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes, particularly in managing disputes and resolving customer queries.
• Ability to handle inbound and outbound calls professionally and liaise effectively with market contacts.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and tools; experience with ERP systems is an advantage.
• Ability to analyze issues, escalate where necessary, and follow through to resolution.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with team members and provide support to AR Team Leaders for credit control activities.

Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent us. A Kerry employee will not solicit candidates through a non-Kerry email address or phone number. In addition, Kerry does not currently utilise video chat rooms (e.g., Google Hangouts) to conduct interviews. Refuse any request that asks you to provide payment to participate in the hiring process (e.g., purchasing a “starter kit,” investing in training, or something similar). Kerry will not ask you to pay any money at any point in the hiring process with the exception of reimbursable travel expenses. In addition, any payments made by Kerry will be from official firm accounts bearing the Kerry name.