Senior Finance Executive

Busy Bees Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a skilled finance professional to manage billing and collections. In this role, you will ensure accurate billing to parents, handle discrepancies, and perform month-end financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance and 3-5 years of relevant experience, along with strong accounting knowledge. This role focuses on attention to detail, collaboration with department teams, and the ability to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience or related finance functions.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• High attention to detail and accuracy required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely billing to parents.
• Manage collections and promptly record all payments in the system.
• Resolve billing and collection discrepancies.

Skills

Accounting standards

Tax knowledge

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Experience with SQL

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in accounting/finance or equivalent

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely billing to parents, managing collections, and recording payments. Your duties will include resolving any discrepancies, completing month‑end closing tasks, and generating AR aging reports. You will also collaborate with centre admins to address outstanding payments, ensure timely reconciliations, and handle any ad‑hoc tasks as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure accurate and timely billing to parents.
• Manage collections via GIRO and promptly record all payments in the system.
• Identify and resolve billing and collection discrepancies in collaboration with centre admins and/or parents.
• Perform month‑end closing activities and prepare financial reports for internal stakeholders.
• Complete reconciliations promptly, addressing any unresolved transactions.
• Generate AR aging reports and coordinate with centre admins to follow up on outstanding payments.
• Assist with ad‑hoc tasks and projects as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in accounting/finance, or professional certificate (ACCA, LCCI, CPA, CIMA, etc.).
• 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience or related finance functions.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and tax.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and finance/accounting systems; experience with SQL and NetSuite is a strong advantage.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and time constraints.

Core Competencies

• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Time management and deadline adherence.
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Collaboration and teamwork across departments.
• Integrity and accountability in handling financial data.