Associate

Yinson; Kampung Malaysia Tambahan; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Part time

Job summary

Yinson in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Associate (Accounts Payable & Receivable) to manage day-to-day AP & AR operations, ensuring accurate processing of invoices, billings and payments while maintaining vendor and customer master data.

You will prepare monthly cash flow forecasts, collaborate with internal teams, and contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives to strengthen liquidity and reporting in a multinational setting.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of work experience in financial accounting and reporting in multinational environments.
• Strong analytical and financial reporting skills with knowledge of regulatory standards.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word; capable of crafting impactful presentations.
• Good communication, presentation and interpersonal skills; written materials clearly.
• Systematic problem solving with attention to detail and big-picture thinking.
• Degree in accounting/finance and ACA/ACCA or equivalent from a recognised university.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain AP & AR transactions with high accuracy.
• Update vendor and customer master data to ensure accurate records.
• Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts and payment analyses.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve discrepancies.
• Review payment proposals, remittances and bank reconciliations for closings.
• Generate AR invoices and support intercompany fund flows.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency gains and automation.
• Handle ad hoc tasks as assigned.

Skills

Financial reporting

Regulatory standards

Analytical skills

Excel

PowerPoint

Written communication

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

ACA/ACCA or equivalent

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Job Function

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Employment Type: Fixed Term

Yinson is a dynamic, equal opportunity employer with great organisational culture where people are valued and empowered to deliver powerful solutions.

Summary

Reporting to the Head of Consolidation & Policies, Financial Accounting & Reporting, the Associate (Accounts Payable & Receivable) supports the organization's financial stability by managing day-to-day AP & AR operations. This role ensures accurate and timely processing of transactions, compliance with policies, and collaboration with stakeholders.

• Process and maintain AP & AR transactions with high accuracy, including vendor invoices, customer billings, and payments, ensuring compliance with financial policies and regulations.
• Periodically review and update vendor and customer master data to maintain accurate records.
• Prepare monthly cash flow forecasts and payment analyses to support sufficient liquidity for payment cycles.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve statement discrepancies, queries, and payment issues.
• Review payment proposals, remittances and bank reconciliations for monthly closings, ensuring postings to correct general ledger (GL) accounts.
• Generate AR invoices for clients and contribute to intercompany fund flow processes.
• Support process improvements by identifying opportunities for efficiency gains and participating in automation initiatives.
• Perform ad hoc matters arising and perform other tasks that may be assigned from time to time

Requirements

• At least 3 to 7 years of work experience in financial accounting and reporting with a multinational organisation or Big 4 environments; experience in the infrastructure and/or offshore oil and gas space is considered an advantage
• Strong analytical and financial reporting skills, with in-depth knowledge of regulatory standards and complex accounting matters.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; capable of handling complex data and crafting impactful presentations.
• Good communication, presentation and interpersonal skills and the ability to produce well-structured written materials
• A systematic approach to solve complex problems and solution-oriented thinking with a high attention to detail and big picture view
• A high degree of self-motivation, ambitious and hands-on, with an entrepreneurial mindset; a good team player with the ability to engage with people and deliver within tight deadlines and in a fast-paced, international environment
• A good degree in accounting, business administration, finance or equivalent from a recognised university and relevant professional qualifications such as ACA, ACCA or equivalent