Officer, Finance (AP)

Sime Darby Property; Selangor; On-site; MYR 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Sime Darby Property seeks an Accounts Payable specialist in Selangor to process invoices, payments, and reimbursements accurately while ensuring compliance with internal policies and tax regulations. You will coordinate approvals, perform bank reconciliations, and support month-end close.

The role requires a Diploma or degree in Accounting/Finance or related field, and at least 3 years’ AP experience, with strong Excel and ERP skills and good stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration or related field.
• At least 3 years of Accounts Payable experience.
• Knowledge of AP processes, banking, and internal controls.
• Familiarity with Malaysian tax regulations (WHT, SST).
• Strong Excel and ERP systems proficiency.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Process and record invoices, vendor payments, staff reimbursements, refunds and other ad-hoc payments accurately and promptly.
• Verify that all supporting documents received from the operations team are complete and duly approved by authorised personnel prior to processing.
• Prepare payment generation and coordinate the approval process, including obtaining signatories and online banking approvals.
• Perform weekly bank reconciliation and ensure all payment transactions are properly cleared against bank statements.
• Respond to payment related enquiries from both internal and external stakeholders in a timely and professional manner.
• Liaise with banks, vendors, government authorities and other regulatory bodies on payment and compliance matters.
• Prepare and review creditor ageing reports and follow up on outstanding items to ensure timely settlement.
• Process payments to overseas vendors, including the computation and payment of Withholding Tax (WHT) and Imported Services Tax (SST), where applicable.
• Monitor and ensure timely payment of taxes to the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) and Royal Malaysian Customs Department to avoid penalties and late payment charges.
• Identify opportunities to improve payment processes and internal controls to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assist in month end closing activities and support audit requirements relating to Accounts Payable transactions.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Banking transactions

Financial controls

WHT & SST knowledge

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Accounting/Finance/Business Admin degree or Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Job description

• To process invoices and payments accurately and ensure payments are made within the agreed credit terms
• To ensure compliance with internal policies and statutory requirements, thereby minimizing financial and operational risks to the Company
• To prepare Accounts Payable reports in a timely and accurate manner

Job Responsibilities

• Process and record invoices, vendor payments, staff reimbursements, refunds and other ad-hoc payments accurately and promptly.
• Verify that all supporting documents received from the operations team are complete and duly approved by authorised personnel prior to processing.
• Prepare payment generation and coordinate the approval process, including obtaining signatories and online banking approvals.
• Perform weekly bank reconciliation and ensure all payment transactions are properly cleared against bank statements.
• Respond to payment related enquiries from both internal and external stakeholders in a timely and professional manner.
• Liaise with banks, vendors, government authorities and other regulatory bodies on payment and compliance matters.
• Prepare and review creditor ageing reports and follow up on outstanding items to ensure timely settlement.
• Process payments to overseas vendors, including the computation and payment of Withholding Tax (WHT) and Imported Services Tax (SST), where applicable.
• Monitor and ensure timely payment of taxes to the Inland Revenue Board (IRB) and Royal Malaysian Customs Department to avoid penalties and late payment charges.
• Identify opportunities to improve payment processes and internal controls to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assist in month end closing activities and support audit requirements relating to Accounts Payable transactions.

Education/ Professional Qualification

• Diploma, Bachelor's Degree, or professional qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant working experience in Accounts Payable or a similar finance function.
• Knowledge of Accounts Payable processes, banking transactions, and financial controls.
• Familiarity with Malaysian tax regulations, including Withholding Tax (WHT) and Sales and Service Tax (SST).
• Good analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting/ERP systems.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.