Finance Associate – Accounts Receivable (Temporary)

FPG Oleochemicals; Kuantan; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

FPG Oleochemicals Malaysia is seeking a Finance Associate – Accounts Receivable (Temporary) to efficiently manage AR activities. Responsibilities include validating sales transactions in SAP, accurate revenue capture, and preparing invoices for local and international customers.

The role requires AR experience, SAP FI/CO proficiency, and strong English communication. The position supports timely financial reporting and compliance within a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting or Business.
• At least 3 years' experience in accounts receivable or related accounting.
• Strong knowledge of SAP FI/CO modules and MS Office tools.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Execute AR-related work processes, including validation of sales transactions and posting in SAP.
• Ensure revenue is accurately captured in SAP and perform reconciliations.
• Generate and prepare sales invoices for local and foreign customers.
• Prepare external audit schedules and liaise with auditors where necessary.
• Maintain files and documentation according to company policies and accepted accounting practices.

Skills

English proficiency

Independent working

Integrity

Attention to accuracy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business

3 years experience in accounts receivable or related accounting

Tools

SAP FI/CO

MS Office

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Finance Associate – Accounts Receivable (Temporary)

Effectively perform the FPG accounts receivable function and ensure strict compliance of procedures and practices in order to ensure legal compliance and meet the finance and accounting standard of FPG, local company legal and statutory requirements.

Principal Accountabilities

• Execute all Accounts Receivable-related work processes, including proper validation of all sales transactions and posting in SAP before the invoicing process.
• Ensure revenue is accurately captured in SAP, including revenue reconciliation and M1/M2 split runs.
• Generate and prepare sales invoices for foreign and local sales to be sent to customers.
• Resolve outstanding payments from P&G.
• Reconcile local and foreign customer statements and General Ledger accounts, investigate and correct discrepancies, and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Prepare by-product and bottoms reconciliation and highlight any discrepancies or issues.
• Verify M1 pricing calculations from P&G and analyse any discrepancies.
• Analyse monthly Alcohol Ethoxylate equalisation and submit the report to P&G.
• Analyse and track EO cross charges to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Develop the stationery budget and monitor expenses to achieve the required targets.
• Ensure timely submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual surveys to BNM, MPOB, and the Department of Statistics.
• Ensure timely submission of bi-monthly sales tax declarations and payments, where applicable.
• Prepare supplementary financial information for P&L, including SMF, TAF, manufacturing service fees, and cost recovery.
• Prepare external audit schedules and liaise with external auditors where necessary.
• Liaise with internal auditors regarding CSA matters related to the Accounts Receivable area.
• Assist in creating and updating the Accounts Receivable policies and procedures manual.
• Maintain files and documentation thoroughly and accurately in accordance with company policies and accepted accounting practices.
• Prepare and issue Credit Notes and Debit Notes relating to sales adjustments, price differences, and scrap sales.
• Update monthly pricing in SAP.
• Prepare Debit Notes (DN) for monthly cross charges to P&G and quarterly M2 recovery.
• Perform any other tasks as assigned by FPG Management or as required by the changing business environment.

Knowledge, Experience and Skills

Education

• University degree in Accounting or Business
• 3 years experience in accounts receivable or other accounting function

Technical & Professional Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge and understanding of Accounts Receivable and other accounting functions.
• Knowledge of SAP system, particularly the FI and CO modules relating to Accounts Receivable.
• Knowledge of local accounting standards.
• Knowledge and experience in using MS Office tools.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Able to work independently with minimum supervision and demonstrate a high level of integrity.
• Able to work in a fast-paced and high-volume environment, with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness.