Finance Executive

Publicis Groupe; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the advertising industry is seeking an Accounts Payable Specialist to manage vendor invoices, ensure compliance, and support process improvements. The role requires analytical skills and a diploma in finance/accounting. Enjoy a hybrid working schedule with generous leave entitlements and comprehensive medical coverage.

Benefits

Generous leave entitlements

Office closure for World Mental Health Day

Cashless comprehensive medical coverage

Life and personal accident insurance

Hybrid working schedule

Phone Allowance

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• Prior experience in Accounts Payable for advertising industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify vendor invoices and manage end-to-end AP cycle.
• Monitor payment due dates and maintain vendor master data.

Skills

Analytical

Meticulous

Team Player

Education

Diploma in Finance/Accounting

Tools

Accounting Software

Excel

Job description

Job Description

• Process and verify vendor invoices, ensuring accuracy in amounts, GL coding, tax compliance, and proper approvals.
• Manage end-to-end AP cycle, including invoice entry, payment processing and reconciliations.
• Monitor payment due dates, prioritize payments, and ensure timely settlement.
• Maintain vendor master data, including new vendor onboarding, updates, and verification.
• Oversee staff expense claims, ensuring adherence to company policies.
• Maintain AP and staff claims records for audit and reporting purposes.
• Liaise with vendors and internal departments on payment and reimbursement matters.
• Assist on PO issuance to vendors.
• Assist in month-end closing and support process improvements.
• Resolve/respond to vendor or payment related queries

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience with at least a Diploma in Finance/Accounting or qualified professional certification
• Prior experience on Accounts Payable operation for advertising industry is preferrable
• Proficient in accounting software and Excel.
• Analytical, meticulous with a positive attitude
• Good team player and able to work with minimal supervision

Additional Information

Our employee benefits package comprises the following:

• Generous leave entitlements, including birthday leave, rest day and family care leave.
• Office closure for World Mental Health Day 10th October.
• Additional Company closure for all 4 major festive Celebrations
• Cashless comprehensive medical coverage, including access to a panel clinic, dental and optical care.
• Life and personal accident insurance and group hospitalization and surgery.
• A hybrid working schedule and with Friday disconnects.
• Rest Relax & Recharge - office closure last week of December every year.
• Phone Allowance