Assistant - FinOps

Maersk; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Maersk in Malaysia seeks a Finance Operations Assistant to support AR/AP, customer/vendor master data, cost control, and finance administration activities. You will help monitor KPIs, process invoices, and coordinate with FACTOPS, Procurement, Operations, and HQ Finance.

Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply; 1–3 years of related experience is an advantage. Experience with SAP or SAP S4Hana is preferred to ensure smooth finance operations.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail and accuracy in financial data processing.
• Strong analytical thinking for financial reporting and cost control.
• Effective communication with internal teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring AR KPIs, invoicing, and billing issues.
• Verify supplier invoices, PO accuracy, and SAP workflow processes in AP.
• Prepare and update finance reports and trackers for GP, PDP, and labour costs.
• Maintain cost control and compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Provide stakeholder support and administrative assistance to the Finance Operations team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

SAP

SAP S/4HANA

Job description

To support Finance Operations activities by ensuring accurate processing, monitoring, reporting, and coordination of Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), customer/vendor master data, cost control, and finance administration activities.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Assist in monitoring UBSO, invoicing, and invoice cancellation KPIs.
• Update and maintain billing and tracking sheets.
• Follow up on outstanding invoices and billing issues.
• Support AR reporting and collection activities.
• Coordinate with FACTOPS and Operations on billing-related matters.

Accounts Payable (AP)

• Assist in monitoring Open PO, PO Accuracy, and FTHR.
• Verify PO and supplier invoice details.
• Monitor pending supplier invoices and payment status.
• Follow up on SAP workflow and approval issues.
• Create Purchase Requisitions (PR).
• Support urgent payment requests and vendor payment processing.
• Monitor vendor SOA and warehouse-related charges.
• Verify customer and vendor information.
• Collect and validate supporting documents.
• Prepare SAP master data creation and amendment requests.
• Track request status until completion.
• Ensure procurement approvals are obtained before submission.

Reporting & Data Management

• Prepare and update finance reports and trackers.
• Assist in Gross Profit (GP), PDP, Labour Cost, and MHE reports.
• Ensure data accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain proper filing and finance documentation.

Cost Control & Compliance

• Monitor warehouse-related costs and expenses.
• Assist in tracking project and operational costs.
• Maintain customer and supplier contract records.
• Support internal and external audit requirements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and finance procedures.

Stakeholder Support

• Respond to finance-related enquiries from staff, vendors, and operational teams.
• Coordinate with FACTOPS, Procurement, Operations, and HQ Finance.
• Support issue resolution and follow-up actions.
• Provide administrative support to the Finance Operations team.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Required Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Minimum 1–3 years of experience in Finance, Accounting, Shared Services, Logistics, Warehouse, or Business Operations environment is an advantage.

Experience using SAP or SAP S4Hana or other ERP systems is preferred