Team Lead, Cash Apps

Brenntag; Subang Jaya; Hybrid; MYR 89,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Flexible working hours and remote work

Job summary

Brenntag Malaysia is seeking a skilled Lead Cash Application Manager to oversee daily operations, ensure accurate customer payment processing, and drive continuous improvement across APAC. You will manage a team, monitor KPI targets, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and accuracy.

Ideal candidates have 5–8 years in O2C or SSC environments, with leadership experience and strong English/ Mandarin communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or relevant field.
• 5–8 years in O2C operations or similar.
• 2+ years in a shared services environment.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily Cash Application team operations to allocate customer payments accurately.
• Monitor unapplied cash and posting turnaround times; implement improvement actions.
• Manage stakeholder expectations with timely, accurate service delivery and proactive communication.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and service levels.
• Champion process standardization and automation across APAC to boost efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

ERP systems

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Collaboration

Communication (English & Mandarin)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

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Lead and oversee the Cash Application team to ensure accurate and timely processing of customer payments in accordance with company policies, procedures, and service level agreements. Drive team performance, compliance, and continuous improvement to support business and regional objectives.

Your Role

Lead and oversee the Cash Application team to ensure accurate and timely processing of customer payments in accordance with company policies, procedures, and service level agreements. Drive team performance, compliance, and continuous improvement to support business and regional objectives.

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operation of Cash Application team activities to ensure accurate and timely allocation of customer payments and resolution of issues within agreed deadlines
• Review and monitor unapplied and unidentified cash, as well as receipt posting and allocation turnaround time, and implement action plans for continuous improvement
• Manage stakeholders’ expectation by providing timely, accurate service delivery, proactive communication, and effective issue resolution to minimize escalations risks
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and agreed service levels
• Champion process standardization and automation initiatives across APAC to reduce reliance on manual processes, improve accuracy, and enhance operational efficiency
• Coach, develop, and empower team members. Drive performance management, succession planning, and retention strategies to build a capable and engaged team
• Plan and support process transitions and migrations. Ensure all deliverables are implemented within scope and timelines
• Support internal and external audits by providing accurate documentation and timely responses
• Cooperation with cross function teams within SSC to ensure smooth month end closing and reporting activities

Job Requirements

Education :

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or relevant field

Experience

• 5 - 8 years of relevant working experience, preferably in O2C operations
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a shared services environment
• At least 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience
• Minimum 3 years of accounting related experience with strong understanding of AR processes and financial controls

Skills Requirements

• Strong leadership and people management skills, including planning, organization, and performance management
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office applications
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and process improvement mindset
• Collaborative team player with focus on accountability and service delivery
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills in English and Mandarin are a must

Our Offer

• Competitive and fair salary
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Flexible working hours and remote work options
• Professional development opportunities

Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.