Executive, Accounts Payable - Payments Processing

DKSH Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DKSH Malaysia Sdn Bhd is seeking an Executive, Accounts Payable - Payments Processing to coordinate and supervise AP activities and implement governance across the function. The role requires delivering AP processing services within SLA, supporting budget management, and driving process improvements.

The ideal candidate has a Diploma or certification in Accounting/Finance, familiarity with AP standards, and proficiency in SAP and Excel. Fluency in local language and English is preferred.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of accounts payable processes and governance practices.
• Proven ability to work with accounting standards and internal controls.
• Proficiency in SAP and MS Office tools.
• Strong attention to detail with good analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise accounts payable processing to meet SLA targets.
• Deliver AP services within agreed quality and KPI targets.
• Support supervisor with day-to-day operating expenditures against budgets.
• Implement AP processes and internal controls for governance.
• Supervise recording of AP transactions for monthly/yearly close.
• Drive continuous improvement of AP processes and automation.
• Guide and develop the AP team to achieve goals.
• Foster learning and development in AP and company behavior.

Skills

Accounts payable

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Diploma or certification in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

Executive, Accounts Payable - Payments Processing

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

Key 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 team's goals (where applicable)

Drive learning and development of 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

About you

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

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

DKSH’s purpose is to enrich people’s lives. For nearly 160 years, we have been marketing, selling, and

distributing high-quality products and brands for multinational and Fortune 500 companies. Through our

Business Units Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Performance Materials, and Technology, we deliver

sustainable growth for our partners. We contribute to improving the quality of life for our employees and

people in the local communities in which we operate. Headquartered in Switzerland, DKSH is publicly

listed and operates in 36 markets across Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America. We employ over

29,000 specialists and produced net sales of CHF 11.1 billion in 2023.

DKSH’s purpose is to enrich people’s lives. For nearly 160 years, we have been marketing, selling, and

distributing high-quality products and brands for multinational and Fortune 500 companies. Through our

Business Units Consumer Goods, Healthcare, Performance Materials, and Technology, we deliver

sustainable growth for our partners. We contribute to improving the quality of life for our employees and

people in the local communities in which we operate. Headquartered in Switzerland, DKSH is publicly

listed and operates in 36 markets across Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America. We employ over

29,000 specialists and produced net sales of CHF 11.1 billion in 2023.

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