Credit & AR Analyst — Penang

Penguin Solutions; Penang; On-site; MYR 72,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Penguin Solutions is seeking an Accounts Receivable Analyst based in Penang, Malaysia to maintain customer accounts, ensure timely receivables updates, and support the AR function across modules. You will collaborate with Sales, Customer Service and customers to evaluate accounts and resolve discrepancies.

The role requires understanding AR processes, working with SAP and Microsoft Office, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Accounts Receivable processes.
• Knowledge of financial systems and processes; SAP experience is an advantage.
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong analytical thinking with an eagerness to learn and adapt quickly to fast-paced financial workflows.
• Good problem-solving abilities and analytical mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day credit control and collection activities.
• Ensure all collection activities are recorded correctly and updated in a timely manner.
• Submit invoices through customer portals accurately and on time.
• Liaise with Sales, Customer Service and customers on account evaluation and collection matters.
• Address and resolve billing discrepancies or payment variances swiftly through cross-functional collaboration.
• Perform account reconciliations with customers and resolve collection issues or discrepancies.
• Analyze and report on credit memos and write-off activities.
• Prepare collection forecasts and monitor performance against forecast targets.
• Conduct customer credit reviews including analysis of customers’ financial position, to assess risk and recommend appropriate credit limits.
• Monitor credit risk exposure and proactively highlight credit concerns to the Management.
• Prepare journal entries ensuring proper general ledger coding for monthly closing.
• Assist in month-end closing activities.
• Any other relevant tasks assigned by supervisor or manager.

Skills

AR processes

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Proactive communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Penguin Solutions is seeking an Accounts Receivable Analyst based in Penang, Malaysia to maintain customer accounts, ensure timely receivables updates, and support the AR function across modules. You will collaborate with Sales, Customer Service and customers to evaluate accounts and resolve discrepancies.

The role requires understanding AR processes, working with SAP and Microsoft Office, and strong attention to detail.