Manager, Accounts Payable (P2P)

Michael Page; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global recruitment firm in Kuala Lumpur is looking for a candidate to lead the Accounts Payable (AP) team. Responsibilities include optimizing cash management, overseeing STP and T&E processes, and ensuring compliance with financial procedures. The ideal applicant will have over 8 years of P2P experience in the APAC region and a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance. This position offers a competitive compensation and a performance-based rewards program.

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Flexible benefits

World-class training program

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of P2P experience in APAC region, with leadership experience.
• Professional Certification in Accounting/Finance is an advantage.
• Preferably from a mixture shared services environment and commercial.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Accounts Payable (AP) team.
• Oversee management of Source-to-Pay (STP) and Travel & Expense (T&E) reimbursement processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly AP closing.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

MS Office Suite

ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SAP)

Database tools (e.g., QlikView)

Job description

About Our Client

A global MNC.

Job Description

• Lead and develop the Accounts Payable (AP) team, fostering a productive and supportive work environment.
• Oversee the efficient and compliant management of Source-to-Pay (STP) and Travel & Expense (T&E) reimbursement processes, focusing on continuous improvement.
• Optimize cash management and ensure proper execution of payment terms.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly AP closing and balance justification.
• Address stakeholder inquiries professionally to maintain strong collaboration.
• Streamline and document AP processes to enhance efficiency.
• Supervise AP activities and reconcile them with the general ledger.
• Collaborate with accounting for month-end and year-end financial reporting.
• Perform hands-on AP and T&E processing as needed.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement continuous improvement (CI) projects to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Support financial statement preparation and other reporting requirements.
• Handle additional responsibilities as assigned.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent experience/qualification. Professional Certification in Accounting/Finance is an advantage
• Minimum 8 years of P2P experience in APAC region, with leadership experience in managing a team. (MUST HAVE)
• Preferably candidate from mixture shared services environment and commercial.
• Strong project management and advanced proficiency in MS Office Suite, ERP systems (e.g., JDE, SAP), and database tools (e.g., QlikView).
• Excellent written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of GAAP, local GAAP, SOX, and financial procedures.

What's on Offer

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including performance based bonuses, flexible benefits, and competitive compensation.
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
• A world-class training program in financial services.
• A collaborative dynamic culture where personal initiative and hard work are recognized and rewarded