Accounts Executive

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Accounts Executive to join the Finance team in Kuala Lumpur on a FullTime basis at the Associate level. This role is well suited to a finance professional with solid experience in accounts payable, strong transactional accuracy, and the ability to work confidently in a structured, deadline-driven environment. The successful candidate will play an important part in supporting daily accounting operations, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring timely processing of invoices, payments, and related documentation.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders, vendors, and finance colleagues to support smooth financial operations and uphold strong internal controls. This position requires at least 5 years of relevant experience, along with practical knowledge of SAP and Oracle accounting systems. The ideal candidate is organized, proactive, and comfortable handling large volumes of financial data while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance with internal policies and local statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Process vendor invoices, employee claims, and payment requests accurately and within agreed timelines.
2. Manage end-to-end accounts payable activities, including invoice matching, coding, approvals, and payment preparation.
3. Maintain accurate accounting records in SAP and Oracle and ensure supporting documents are complete and properly filed.
4. Prepare payment schedules and assist in executing bank transfers, cheque runs, and other approved disbursements.
5. Reconcile supplier statements, investigate discrepancies, and resolve outstanding issues with vendors and internal departments.
6. Support month-end and year-end closing activities by preparing schedules, accruals, and account reconciliations.
7. Monitor aging reports and open items to ensure liabilities are recorded correctly and settled on time.
8. Assist with audit requests by providing transaction support, reconciliations, and relevant financial documentation.
9. Ensure compliance with finance policies, delegated approval limits, internal controls, and applicable regulatory requirements.
10. Contribute to process improvements that enhance efficiency, accuracy, and transparency across accounts payable operations.

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor's degree, diploma, or equivalent qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
2. At least 5 years of hands-on experience in accounts payable or a closely related finance function.
3. Good working knowledge of SAP and Oracle accounting systems in a fast-paced business environment.
4. Strong understanding of invoice processing, payment cycles, reconciliations, and general accounting principles.
5. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
6. Experience preparing schedules and supporting month-end close, audit requests, and financial reporting activities.
7. Good communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with vendors and cross-functional stakeholders.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and confidence working with financial data, reports, and system-generated information.
9. High level of integrity, discretion, and accountability when handling sensitive financial information.
10. Familiarity with local statutory practices, tax-related documentation, and internal control requirements is expected.

Nice to Have

1. Experience supporting broader finance operations such as accounts receivable, general ledger, or treasury coordination.
2. Exposure to shared services, regional finance support, or high-volume transaction processing environments.
3. Knowledge of process documentation, workflow improvement, or finance system enhancement initiatives.
4. Experience working with electronic invoicing platforms, approval workflows, or document management systems.
5. Professional certification or ongoing studies in accounting or finance would be an advantage.

What We Offer

1. A stable full-time opportunity within a collaborative finance team that values accuracy, ownership, and continuous improvement.
2. Exposure to established accounting systems, structured finance processes, and cross-functional stakeholder engagement.
3. Opportunities to deepen technical accounting knowledge and strengthen experience in controls, compliance, and reporting.
4. A professional working environment that supports learning, teamwork, and consistent performance development.
5. A centrally located Kuala Lumpur role with the chance to contribute meaningfully to day-to-day financial operations.