Global AP Specialist: APAC & EMEA (Multi‑Currency)

S&P Global Mobility; Penang; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

S&P Global Mobility in Penang, Malaysia is seeking an AP Specialist to manage end-to-end invoice processing for APAC and EMEA, validate vendor data, ensure currency accuracy, and uphold regional invoicing requirements across a growing portfolio of international vendors.

You will collaborate with the AP Operations Lead, handle vendor inquiries across time zones, support payment preparation and multi-currency transactions, and assist with month-end close and reporting to drive accurate financials.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of accounts payable or finance operations experience in a multi-entity or international environment.
• Experience processing invoices across multiple countries and currencies.
• Experience with Coupa or similar procurement and AP platforms preferred.
• Familiarity with international invoicing and payment requirements across APAC/EMEA.
• Familiarity with regional payment methods (SEPA, BACS, local transfers, wires).
• Knowledge of SOX compliance for procure-to-pay processes.
• Attention to detail and accuracy for payment processing and financial close.
• Clear written vendor-facing communication across cultures and regions.
• Ability to manage moderate-to-high invoice volume with accuracy.
• Based in or able to commute to Penang, Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end invoice processing for PO and non-PO invoices across APAC and EMEA entities.
• Monitor and manage incoming invoices; own invoices from receipt to resolution.
• Enter and process all invoices in Coupa with accuracy.
• Validate invoice data prior to processing; confirm vendor details, coding, PO matching.
• Identify and flag discrepancies in vendor records before payments.
• Apply awareness of country-specific invoicing requirements across APAC/EMEA.
• Route exceptions and escalations to the AP Operations Lead.
• Support payment file preparation and multi-currency transactions.
• Manage regional payment methods (SEPA, BACS, local transfers, wires).
• Back up regional processors during absences or spikes.

Skills

Multinational AP experience

Invoice processing

Strong attention to detail

Communication skills

Time zone coordination

Vendor communication

Process improvement mindset

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance or related field

Tools

Coupa

Job description

S&P Global Mobility in Penang, Malaysia is seeking an AP Specialist to manage end-to-end invoice processing for APAC and EMEA, validate vendor data, ensure currency accuracy, and uphold regional invoicing requirements across a growing portfolio of international vendors.

You will collaborate with the AP Operations Lead, handle vendor inquiries across time zones, support payment preparation and multi-currency transactions, and assist with month-end close and reporting to drive accurate financials.