Manager, Account Payable

ZUS COFFEE; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Subang Jaya is seeking an experienced Account Payable Manager to lead their accounts payable team. You will manage end-to-end AP processes, ensure timely vendor payments, and drive process improvements. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of experience in accounts payable, strong knowledge of Malaysian tax laws, and excellent leadership skills. This role offers opportunities for career growth and comprehensive employee benefits.

Benefits

Employee Discount

Health and wellness programs

Generous leave days

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in accounts payable, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian tax laws, SST, and financial regulations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily AP operations, including invoice verification, payment processing, and reconciliation.
• Lead and mentor the AP team to ensure high performance.
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve payment disputes.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Accounts Payable Processing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics)

Advanced Excel skills

Job description

This job is a chance to manage the accounts payable team at Zuspresso Malaysia. You might like this job because you’ll lead a dynamic team, optimize payments, and enhance processes while working closely with vendors and finance experts.

Zuspresso Malaysia is seeking a qualified Account Payable Manager to join our company. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Manager to lead our AP operations across a dynamic retail network. This role is responsible for managing end-to-end accounts payable processes, ensuring timely vendor payments, maintaining compliance, and driving process improvements to support business growth.

Position Responsibilities

• Oversee daily AP operations, including invoice verification, payment processing, and reconciliation across multiple retail outlets.
• Lead and mentor the AP team to ensure high performance, accuracy, and adherence to deadlines.
• Manage vendor relationships, resolve payment disputes, and negotiate favorable terms.
• Monitor cash flow and payment schedules to optimize working capital and support retail operations.
• Ensure compliance with local tax regulations, SST requirements, and internal financial controls.
• Collaborate with procurement, store operations, and finance teams to align AP processes with business needs.
• Prepare AP reports, aging analysis, and support month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Drive automation and system enhancements using ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Support internal and external audits with timely and accurate documentation.

Job Requirements

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in accounts payable, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Experience in high-volume, multi-entity retail environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian tax laws, SST, and financial regulations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.

Skills

• Accounts Payable
• Accounts Payable Processing

Company Benefits

Employee Discount: Enjoy employee discounts on beverage, merchandise, etc at all outlets across Malaysia.

Employee Perk Programmes

Establishment of corporate benefits to offer exclusive discounts or benefits to each employee.

Health and Wellness

Out-patient care and in-patient care are covered for all employees including ongoing wellness programs and activities. Job training and continuing education help to fuel employee career growth.

Extension Leave Benefits

Provide more generous leave days with more than 6 other types of leave.