Executive, Accounts Payable

DKSH Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global business service provider in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Executive, Accounts Payable to coordinate and supervise accounts payable processes. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day operations, implementing internal controls, and ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a diploma in Accounting or Finance, knowledge of local/international accounting standards, and experience with SAP. This role requires strong attention to detail and proficiency in office productivity tools.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of accounts payable processes.
• Experience managing accounts payable in accordance with accounting standards.
• Proven ability in using SAP for accounting tasks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise accounts payable activities.
• Ensure accurate monthly and yearly accounts payable closing.
• Implement processes and internal controls for governance.

Skills

Knowledge of accounting standards

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Fluency in local language

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Diploma in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP accounting applications

Microsoft Office

Job description

Executive, Accounts Payable

Location: Kuala Lumpur, MY, MY

Global Business Unit: OTH

Job Function: Finance

Requisition Number: 219009

Job Summary

Coordinate and supervise accounts payable, including the implementation of processes and internal controls to ensure governance over the Accounts Payable function

General Responsibilities

• Deliver Accounts Payable(AP) processing services within agreed quality, service levels and KPI targets as defined in Service Level Agreement (SLA)
• Support superior in managing day‑to‑day operating expenditures against operating budgets to ensure efficient usage of resources
• Implement accounts payable processes and internal controls to ensure governance over the Accounts Payable function
• Supervise the recording of all accounts payable transactions to ensure timely and accurate monthly and yearly accounts payable closing.
• Coordinate and execute continuous improvement initiatives to streamline existing accounts payable processes and improve efficiencies through better utilization of automated systems
• Guide team to ensure effective delivery of the team’s goals (where applicable)
• Drive learning and development of the team in the area of Accounts Payable and DKSH behavior to achieve team/function goals (where applicable)
• Drive self‑learning and improvement in the area of Accounts Payable and DKSH behavior as part of continuous learning.

Functional Skills and Knowledge

• Demonstrate good working knowledge and understanding of the business and industry
• Demonstrate a good working knowledge in managing accounts payable and application of local/international accounting standards, principles and practices
• Proven hands‑on experience in SAP accounting applications is an advantage
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and basic analytical skills
• Demonstrate proficiencies in office productivity tools (e.g. Excel, Word and PowerPoint)
• Demonstrate fluency in local language and ideally in English, both written and spoken

Education

Diploma or basic certification in Accounting/Finance or a related discipline (preferred)