Senior AP Specialist (Korean Speaking)

Lava Protocols Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 56,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lava Protocols Sdn. Bhd. in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Associate – Accounts Payable (Korean Speaking) to support AP operations and vendor-related activities.

You will process invoices, manage payments, and maintain strong vendor communication. The role requires hands-on experience in AP processes, proficiency with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), and fluent Korean and English communication. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and vendors to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years of relevant Accounts Payable experience.
• Graduate or Postgraduate in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Hands-on experience in invoice processing.
• Experience in vendor payments and payment processing.
• Experience in vendor reconciliation and query resolution.
• Experience coordinating with third-party vendors, suppliers, or service providers.
• Strong understanding of AP processes and controls.
• Experience using an ERP or finance system; SAP, Oracle, or similar systems are preferred.
• Fluent communication skills in Korean and English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Process assigned invoices accurately within the required turnaround time.
• Review and validate invoice details before processing.
• Handle parked, blocked, incorrect, or incomplete invoices and coordinate for resolution.
• Perform reversals and corrections where required.
• Follow up on pending documents and outstanding invoice-related queries.
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance with AP processes.
• Support payment processing activities according to established schedules.
• Create and review payment proposals.
• Perform duplicate invoice checks and identify payment exceptions.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to resolve errors before final payment approval.
• Support payment forecasting and maintain required payment evidence for audit and compliance purposes.
• Communicate directly with vendors, suppliers, and other third-party stakeholders.
• Handle vendor payment and invoice-related queries.
• Perform vendor statement and account reconciliations.
• Follow up on discrepancies and resolve outstanding issues.
• Support vendor account setup, updates, and maintenance where required.
• Build effective working relationships with Korean-speaking vendors and stakeholders.
• Perform vendor and statement reconciliations.
• Investigate invoice and payment discrepancies.
• Track pending cases and follow up until resolution.
• Respond to assigned emails and queries and create or update cases as required.
• Ensure issues are resolved within agreed turnaround times.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, payment controls, and AP procedures.
• Maintain accurate records and supporting documents for audit purposes.
• Monitor AP-related metrics such as turnaround time, payment accuracy, pending items, and aging.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and streamline AP processes.

Skills

Accounts Payable experience

Invoice processing

Vendor payments

Vendor reconciliation

Communication with vendors

Korean language

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Lava Protocols Sdn. Bhd. in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Senior Associate – Accounts Payable (Korean Speaking) to support AP operations and vendor-related activities.

You will process invoices, manage payments, and maintain strong vendor communication. The role requires hands-on experience in AP processes, proficiency with ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), and fluent Korean and English communication. You will collaborate with internal stakeholders and vendors to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and