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Wilhelmsen Ship Management is one of the world’s largest third-party ship managers originated from Oslo, Norway with over 20,000 employees including our seafarers with a portfolio of more than 450 vessels and counting. Our employees are working with a comprehensive global maritime group providing over half of the merchant fleet with essential products and services, along with supplying crew and technical management to the largest and most complex vessels ever to sail.

We offer a culture and vibrant work environment of strong leadership, collaborative, career development, work-life balance and a job that is both challenging and stimulating. All team members are empowered with the freedom to influence each other as long it complies with our Company’s values and vision.

Job Summary:

We are currently looking for Accounts Payable Executive who will be responsible to carry out the AP Accounting activities as per main responsibilities to ensure harmonious working relationship between group members, other teams, and Vessel Accounting Managers. This person will be working with Wilhelmsen Ship Management team, a comprehensive global maritime group providing over half of the merchant fleet with essential products and services, along with supplying crew and technical management to the largest and most complex vessels ever to sail.

Position: Account Payable Executive

Location: Menara 1 Sentral - Kuala Lumpur

Report to: Account Payable team, Assistant Manager

What You'll Responsible For:

1. Processing Payments:

• Process manual payments, if applicable, especially for invoices with multiple vessels.

• Arrange and process advances to the manning agent within specified timeframes.

• Coordinate and process advances to port agents, ensuring timely payment and accurate reconciliation in the accounting system.

• Handle cash transactions to the Master (CTM) and ensure prompt payment arrangements.

• Manage the processing of ECR Claims.

• Facilitate the approval and payment process for Port Agent, Owners, and SARD disbursements.

• Arrange and process quarterly union dues payments.

2. Communication and Support:

• Ensure all emails and queries from stakeholders are promptly replied.

• Provide support to the Marine HR department with Protection and Indemnity cases.

3. Accountability and Reporting:

• Maintain precise and timely posting of accounting data.

• Keep logs updated in a timely manner.

• Prioritize processing of manual payments, if applicable, with high urgency.

• Submit quarterly union dues payments promptly and obtain necessary approvals.

• Process various disbursements according to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

• Prepare accurate audit reports with supporting documentation.

What Experience and Skills Required:

• Degree in Banking, Commerce, Business Administration, Accounting and/or Finance or equivalent in professional accounting body.

• Minimum 1 year working experience in Shared Service industry / Shipping background or/ related field, Fresh Graduate are encouraged to apply.

• Proficient in MS office applications especially MS Excel, experienced in using SAP would be advantageous.

• Proficiency in English and Time Management.

• Customer Focus and Problem-Solving Skills

• Team Collaboration and Attention to Detail

• Innovative Thinking and Professionalism

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