Credit Analyst I

Kimberly-Clark Corporation; Petaling Jaya; Hybrid; MYR 56,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work model

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Kimberly-Clark Corporation in Malaysia is seeking a Credit Analyst I to manage accounts receivable aging, assess credit risk for new customers, and drive timely collections to maintain healthy cash flow.

You will review customer ledgers, collaborate with Sales and Finance, release held orders when terms are met, and produce monthly AR performance reports for management. Flexible work model available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in Credit Management or similar roles.
• Strong written and verbal English communications.
• Proficiency in SAP and MS Excel is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Review AR aging and follow up on outstanding debts to meet ADSO targets.
• Assess credit risk for new applications and set credit limits accordingly.
• Release held orders and monitor past-due accounts with Sales teams.
• Prepare monthly AR performance reports for management and auditors.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Credit Analyst I Job Description Join the team behind iconic brands like Huggies®, Kotex®, Poise®, Depend® At Kimberly-Clark, it’s all here for you—innovation, growth, and the chance to make a real impact. You’re not the person who will settle for just any role. Neither are we. Because we’re out to create Better Care for a Better World, and that takes a certain kind of person and teams who care about making a difference. Here, you’ll bring your professional expertise, talent, and drive to building and managing our portfolio of iconic, ground-breaking brands. In this role, you’ll help us deliver better care for billions of people around the world. It starts with YOU.

About You

You perform at the highest level possible, and you appreciate a performance culture fueled by authentic caring. You want to be part of a company actively dedicated to sustainability, inclusion, wellbeing, and career development.

Responsible for review AR Aging and active following up outstanding debts from customers and meeting collection ADSO target and maintain positive cash flow. Analyze customer ledgers and reconciles with sales specialists and/ or customers to ensure hanging balances are resolved, customer records are updated, customer issues and disputes are addressed on timely manner. Reviewing credit risk for new application / new customers by carry out credit worthiness checks and make credit limit recommendations, evaluate and mitigate credit risks. Conduct periodic credit evaluation and meeting with Sales team on existing customers, formulate and implement credit control procedures that is aligned with the company credit administration policy & procedure. Release held orders of customers and follows-up customers regarding adherence to collection / payment terms to avoid holding orders. Monitor past due and delinquent accounts and constantly follow up with Sales team and customers on collection activities and action taken. Issue monthly Credit / AR performance report for management's review. Receive and process new customer applications for credit. Prepare Inter-co billings and follow up payments. To attend to Auditors on audit schedules and AR enquiries. Proactively work and collaborate with internal customers to ensure the type and quality of services provided, support them in achievement of their business objectives, and efficiently provide the essential administrative support services to the organization. Provide training/briefing for new Sales personnel on the Credit policy & procedure, risk and reporting. Book monthly AR doubtful debts provision, early payment discount journals for month-end close. Other Ad hoc reports and request from management. Assure compliance with Company Credit Policy, risk appetite guidelines and all regulatory requirements.

To succeed in this role, you will need the following qualifications:

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 to 5 years of relevant working experience, preferably in the same capacity, with practical experience in Credit Management.
• A collaborative team player with good communication and interpersonal skills.
• An independent person with high degree of maturity, analytical skills, integrity & initiative.
• Computer literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Office and computerized accounting software knowledge in SAP, is an added advantage.
• Strong command of written and oral in English with excellent interpersonal, negotiation & influencing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional proficiency in any one of these languages; Mandarin, Korean, Vietnamese and Bahasa Indonesia is of an advantage.
• Collaborative and process improvement oriented.
• Experience in a FMCG sector would be an added advantage.
• Worked in SSC environment would be a strong plus.

Total Benefits

We believe that our employees are our greatest asset, and we're committed to providing them with the resources they need to be successful. If you're looking for a rewarding career with a company that cares about its employees, then Kimberly-Clark is the place for you.

Flex That Works at Kimberly-Clark

We believe great work happens when people come together with purpose. That’s why we offer a flexible work model that blends remote work with intentional in-person collaboration — helping you connect, grow, and innovate while maintaining the balance you value.

We are a committed equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. Statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required for this position. Employment is subject to verification of local policies.

No Relocation: This role is available for local candidates already authorized to work in the role’s country only. Kimberly-Clark will not provide relocation support for this role.

#LI-Hybrid Primary Location Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia Additional Locations Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time

Fueled by ingenuity, creativity, and an understanding of people's most essential needs, we're working to find new ways to make a positive impact on the world we share. Kimberly-Clark and its trusted brands, including Huggies, Kleenex, Scott, Kotex, Cottonelle, Poise, Depend, Andrex, Pull-Ups, GoodNites, Intimus, Neve, Plenitud, Sweety, Softex, Viva and WypAll, are an indispensable part of life for people in more than 175 countries by helping individuals experience more of what's important to them. We use sustainable practices that support a healthy planet, build stronger communities, and ensure our business thrives for decades to come.

To learn more about the company's 150-year history of innovation, visit kimberly-clark.com.