Senior Account Receivable

Albert Wines & Spirits (M) Sdn Bhd; Kepong; On-site; MYR 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Albert Wines & Spirits (M) SDN BHD is seeking an experienced Senior Accounts Receivable Executive in Malaysia to own the customer collections, credit control, account reconciliation, and AR reporting. You will manage high-volume customer accounts, monitor overdue balances, coordinate with Sales and Finance to maintain healthy cash flow, and provide clear updates on collection risks to management.

The role requires a Diploma or Degree in Accounting or related field, at least 5 years in AR/credit

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• At least 5 years in accounts receivable, credit control, or related role.
• Experience with high-volume invoicing and customer reconciliation.
• Proficient in English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Familiarity with SQL Accounting or similar systems.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor outstanding balances and overdue accounts.
• Follow up with customers on payments.
• Prepare statements of account and reminders.
• Record and reconcile receipts.
• Investigate short payments and discrepancies.
• Collaborate with Sales to resolve issues.
• Provide AR reports and insights.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Bahasa Malaysia

Excel

Attention to detail

Independence

Education

Diploma or Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

SQL Accounting

Excel

Job description

RM5,000 – RM6,500+ (depending on experience)

Albert Wines & Spirits is looking for an experienced and highly organised Senior Accounts Receivable Executive to take ownership of customer collections, credit control, account reconciliation, and accounts receivable reporting.

This role is ideal for someone who is confident in managing overdue accounts, communicating with customers, resolving payment issues, and working closely with Sales and Finance teams to maintain healthy cash flow.

About Us

Albert Wines & Spirits is one of Malaysia’s leading distributors of premium wines, spirits, and lifestyle beverages.

We work with a wide range of retail, hospitality, corporate, and trade customers across Malaysia, supported by a fast-moving sales, operations, logistics, and finance environment.

Position Overview

The Senior Accounts Receivable Executive is responsible for managing the full accounts receivable process, from invoicing and payment allocation to collections, reconciliation, credit control, and reporting.

The successful candidate should be able to manage the AR function independently, handle high-volume customer accounts, and provide clear updates on overdue balances, collection risks, and cash-flow expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable & Collections

Monitor customer outstanding balances, payment due dates, and overdue accounts.

Follow up professionally and consistently with customers on outstanding payments.

Prepare and issue statements of account, payment reminders, and collection notices.

Ensure customer receipts are accurately recorded and matched against the correct invoices.

Investigate and resolve short payments, deductions, unidentified receipts, and account discrepancies.

Follow up closely with Sales teams on difficult or overdue customer accounts.

Credit Control

Monitor customer credit limits, credit terms, payment patterns, and account status.

Review new credit applications and supporting documents.

Identify high-risk or overdue accounts and recommend appropriate credit-control actions.

Recommend credit holds, revised payment terms, payment plans, or escalation when necessary.

Ensure credit-control procedures are properly followed across departments.

Perform regular customer account reconciliation and resolve differences promptly.

Prepare ageing reports, collection forecasts, overdue summaries, and monthly AR reports.

Provide clear updates to management on collection performance and credit risks.

Support month-end closing and ensure AR records are complete and accurate.

Maintain proper documentation for invoices, receipts, credit notes, debit notes, and customer correspondence.

Assist with audits and provide supporting documents when required.

Team & Internal Coordination

Work closely with Sales, Finance, Operations, Logistics, and Warehouse teams to resolve account-related issues.

Communicate professionally with customers regarding invoices, payments, and account matters.

Guide junior accounts staff and assist with task coordination when required.

Recommend improvements to collection processes, reporting, and internal controls.

Support management with ad-hoc AR analysis and finance-related tasks when required.

Requirements

Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.

At least 5 years of experience in accounts receivable, credit control, collections, or a related accounting role.

Strong experience in customer account reconciliation, ageing reports, payment allocation, and overdue collection.

Experience in FMCG, distribution, retail, trading, or a high-volume invoicing environment will be an advantage.

Able to manage the accounts receivable function independently.

Confident and professional when following up with customers on outstanding payments.

Strong communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Familiarity with SQL Accounting or similar accounting systems will be an advantage.

Strong Microsoft Excel skills and attention to detail.

Firm, responsible, organised, and able to handle sensitive collection matters professionally.

Able to work independently while coordinating effectively with internal teams.

Why Join Us

Competitive salary of RM5,000–RM6,500+, depending on experience.

Opportunity to take ownership of the accounts receivable and credit-control function.

Exposure to a fast-moving FMCG, beverage, retail, and distribution environment.

Work closely with Sales, Operations, Finance, and management teams.

Opportunity to improve internal processes and contribute directly to company cash flow.

Career growth opportunities within the Finance and Operations department.

Unlock job insights

ALBERT WINES & SPIRITS (M) SDN BHD was incorporated in 1992 with its core businesses in the import, wholesale and retail distribution of fine wines, spirits and beverages. We started off humbly and grew steadily and organically to become what we are today. We can proudly claim that we are now one of the leading distributors of wines, spirits and beverages in the industry.

Now, with the launch of AlbertWines2u, we deliver Directly from the Winery to customer's doorstep within West Malaysia.

With a large selection of wines & spirits, together with wine chillers, mineral water and else, we feature over 100 brands from all over the world to suit your every needs, from a simple Tuesday night's glass of wine to full party supply for the weekend. Most importantly, guaranteed SAFE and GENUINE.

ALBERT WINES & SPIRITS (M) SDN BHD was incorporated in 1992 with its core businesses in the import, wholesale and retail distribution of fine wines, spirits and beverages. We started off humbly and grew steadily and organically to become what we are today. We can proudly claim that we are now one of the leading distributors of wines, spirits and beverages in the industry.

Now, with the launch of AlbertWines2u, we deliver Directly from the Winery to customer's doorstep within West Malaysia.

With a large selection of wines & spirits, together with wine chillers, mineral water and else, we feature over 100 brands from all over the world to suit your every needs, from a simple Tuesday night's glass of wine to full party supply for the weekend. Most importantly, guaranteed SAFE and GENUINE.

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