Senior, Finance - Account Receivable

COHERENT; Ipoh; Hybrid; MYR 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. in Malaysia’s Ipoh region is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable professional to manage end-to-end invoicing, cash application, and collections in a high-volume environment.

You will ensure timely invoice generation and accurate posting via ERP and electronic invoicing, collaborating with regional teams. Success requires a Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and 3–5 years in AR or billing operations, ideally in multinational settings.

Job description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end Accounts Receivable processes, including invoicing, cash application, and collections.
• Ensure timely and accurate invoice generation and distribution via EDI, electronic submission, or manual delivery.
• Handle high-volume invoice processing and monitor successful transmission and system posting.
• Investigate and resolve customer billing inquiries, including missing invoices and discrepancies.
• Coordinate with cross-functional and regional teams to resolve billing issues.
• Support month-end closing activities and reconciliation of AR subledger reports.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.
• Identify process improvement and automation opportunities in AR operations.
• Support ERP/system enhancements and automation initiatives.
• Prepare operational reports and analysis on invoice volumes and performance metrics.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 3–5 years’ experience in Accounts Receivable, billing operations, or finance shared services.
• Experience in high-volume transaction environments within multinational organizations preferred.
• Exposure to ERP systems (e.g., Oracle) and electronic invoicing platforms is an advantage.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of AR processes and financial operations.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage large transaction volumes.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel ; experience with data analysis tools is an advantage.
• Experience in process improvement or automation initiatives is a plus.

Working Conditions

• This role is hybrid

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

I ntegrity – Create an Environment of Trust

C ollaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

A ccountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

R espect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

E nthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

ABOUT US

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Job Identification: 2014744

Degree Level: Bachelor's Degree

Job Schedule: Full time

Admin: FIN