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Assistant - Payment

APAC Michael Page

Malaysia

On-site

MYR 100,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days ago

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Job summary

A leading company in the FMCG industry is seeking an Assistant - Payment to join their Accounting & Finance department. This role focuses on overseeing payment processes, reconciliation, and ensuring accuracy in financial transactions. You will play a key role in maintaining effective financial operations while fostering positive stakeholder relationships. Ideal candidates should possess a relevant degree and have experience in payment processing within the FMCG sector. The position offers competitive salary and benefits along with opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits
Opportunities for professional growth and learning
Supportive company culture emphasizing teamwork and excellence
Convenient office location with access to public transportation

Qualifications

  • Experience in payment processing or financial operations, preferably in the FMCG industry.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment in KL.
  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.

Responsibilities

  • Perform Pre & Post payment controls checks prior/after payment run.
  • Assist in new process implementations and monitoring KPIs.
  • Train new team members and foster team performance.

Skills

Attention to detail
Organizational skills
Communication skills

Education

Degree or diploma in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Assistant - Payment role is part of the Accounting & Finance department within the FMCG industry. This position focuses on payment processing, reconciliation, and ensuring accuracy in financial transactions.

Client Details

The employer is a large organization within the FMCG industry with a strong regional presence. The company is known for its efficient operations and commitment to maintaining high standards in its financial processes.

Description

Daily / weekly BAU supports:

* Batch Payments - perform Pre & Post payment controls check prior / after payment run

* Execute emergency payments - Accordance to Project Alfred exceptions & payments controls checks prior / after payment run

* Perform manual payments - input payments in Bank portal

* Update the logs as and when payments executed

* Backing up peers if required.

* Ad hoc tasks as and when required

Meeting service levels:

* Execute & release batch payments accordance to payment schedule

* Execute & release emergency payments before bank cut-off

* Attempt / addressing Invoice Processing Team / Brands and Vendors inquries within 2 days

Process Excellence

* Assist with new process implementations

* Assist in maintenance of Treasury and Account Payable general policies & procedures

* Assist in monitoring performance measures/key performance indicators (KPIs)

* Participate in continuous improvement in process efficiency and effectiveness

* Ensure internal controls programs are adhered to

* Comply with accounting principles, SSC standards and SLAs

* Testing of new processes and sytems for improved payment processing.

Stakeholder Relationship Management

* Assist in addressing stakeholder issues and requests

* Establish and maintain working relationship with brands where applicable

People Management

* Create a positive work environment that fosters team performance

* Train new team members and share knowledge and job experience

* Enhance team interaction and optimize team effectiveness

Profile

A successful Assistant - Payment should have:

  • A degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Experience in payment processing or financial operations, preferably in the FMCG industry.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Proficiency in using financial software and Microsoft Excel.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment in KL.
  • Good communication skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and accuracy in financial records.

Job Offer

  • Competitive salary and benefits.
  • Permanent role within a well-established organization in the FMCG industry.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and learning in KL.
  • Supportive company culture emphasizing teamwork and excellence.
  • Convenient office location with access to public transportation.

If you are detail-oriented and eager to contribute to a leading company in the FMCG industry, apply now for the Assistant - Payment role in KL!

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Tessa Tian at +603 2302 4070.
Agensi Pekerjaan Michael Page International (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd | Registration No.914741-W.

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