Accountant PTP (T&E)

A leading global healthcare solutions provider is seeking a Purchase to Pay (AP) Accountant to join their thriving team in Penang. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in the Travel & Expense process area, supporting both daily operations and ongoing improvements within a supportive, inclusive environment.

You will be empowered to connect with colleagues across business and IT, share your expertise, and contribute to the continuous enhancement of financial processes. The organisation is committed to nurturing your professional growth through comprehensive training opportunities and encourages flexible working arrangements that support your work-life balance. If you are passionate about delivering dependable service, enjoy collaborating with others, and are eager to develop your skills in a global setting, this role offers the perfect platform for your next career step.

• Join a knowledgeable and supportive team where your input on process improvements is valued and encouraged, allowing you to make a real impact on the organisation’s success.
• Benefit from flexible working opportunities and ongoing training designed to help you grow professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
• Work in an inclusive environment that values collaboration, open communication, and the sharing of knowledge across teams and departments.

What you'll do:

As a Purchase to Pay (AP) Accountant based in Penang, you will immerse yourself in a variety of engaging responsibilities that span both operational excellence and process development. Your day-to-day will involve managing vendor invoices—both purchase order (PO) and non-PO—validating expense claims, supporting monthly closings through accruals and reconciliations, and ensuring documentation is meticulously maintained. You will interact regularly with local sites and internal customers to resolve discrepancies efficiently while participating in projects aimed at improving the Purchase to Pay process. Your ability to collaborate across teams, provide insightful feedback during system enhancements, train colleagues on best practices, and proactively suggest improvements will be key factors in your success. By leveraging your expertise in SAP platforms and financial procedures, you will help drive accuracy, efficiency, and positive outcomes for both the team and wider organisation.

• Perform general accounting activities related to the Purchase to Pay (Travel & Expense) process area, ensuring all tasks align with established procedures and standards.
• Act as the primary point of contact for system or master data queries within Travel & Expense, providing guidance and support to colleagues as needed.
• Deliver high-quality services to internal customers by executing accounting tasks outlined in service level agreements and documented processes.
• Coordinate system integration testing (SIT) and user acceptance testing (UAT), offering constructive feedback to enhance system functionality.
• Stay informed about developments in relevant tools such as SAP and SAP Concur, applying new knowledge to improve day-to-day operations.
• Support team members with application and master data matters, promoting best practices and standardisation throughout the department.
• Drive resolution of open tickets and issues by escalating concerns or suggesting potential changes in current ways of working to leadership.
• Train and upskill new and existing team members on system or master data-related tasks, fostering a culture of shared learning.
• Collaborate closely with Master Data Governance teams to ensure accuracy and compliance in all data-related activities.
• Bridge communication between business units and IT by supporting the definition of business requirements for finance-related functional features.

What you bring:

To excel as a Purchase to Pay (AP) Accountant in this forward-thinking organisation, you will bring proven experience from similar roles where you have managed complex accounting tasks within Travel & Expense functions using platforms like SAP Concur. Your background should demonstrate not only technical proficiency but also an ability to communicate clearly across teams—whether guiding colleagues through new processes or resolving queries from internal customers. A keen eye for detail ensures accuracy in every transaction you handle while your collaborative spirit helps foster an inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels supported. Your adaptability allows you to embrace change positively; meanwhile your commitment to continuous learning means you are always ready for new challenges. With strong interpersonal skills rooted in empathy and dependability, you thrive when sharing knowledge or helping others succeed. Your integrity underpins everything you do—from meeting deadlines consistently to upholding compliance standards—making you an invaluable member of any finance team.

• Solid understanding of current IT platforms relevant to Purchase to Pay processes such as SAP and SAP Concur, along with familiarity with associated terminology.
• Comprehensive knowledge of financial procedures within Travel & Expense management, including compliance awareness, risk mitigation strategies, and internal controls.
• Demonstrated experience handling end-to-end flows involving master data applications within large-scale systems.
• At least three years’ hands-on experience working with core systems like SAP Concur in a similar accounting or finance function.
• Proven ability to create effective training materials and manage documentation processes for both new hires and existing staff members.
• Advanced IT literacy encompassing strong operational skills in Excel, PowerPoint, SAP, and other essential software tools used for reporting or analysis.
• Excellent communication skills paired with a pedagogic approach that supports knowledge sharing among diverse teams.
• Eagerness to learn new concepts quickly while investing time in supporting colleagues during daily operations or transitions.
• Creative problem-solving abilities that allow you to think outside conventional frameworks when addressing challenges or proposing improvements.
• Integrity, patience, attention to detail, commitment to deadlines, team orientation, service-mindedness towards internal customers, flexibility regarding change initiatives, fluency in English (additional languages advantageous).

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a global leader dedicated not only to delivering outstanding healthcare solutions but also cultivating an environment where employees feel valued every day. Here you will find a workplace that champions inclusivity—where diverse perspectives are welcomed—and teamwork is at the heart of every achievement. The company invests heavily in professional development through structured training programmes tailored for personal growth at every stage of your career journey. Flexible working opportunities enable you to balance professional ambitions with personal commitments without compromise. Employees benefit from transparent communication channels that encourage open dialogue between departments; ideas for improvement are genuinely heard regardless of seniority or tenure. Above all else, this is a place where compassion extends beyond patient care into everyday interactions among colleagues—a true community built on trustworthiness, respectfulness, kindness, loyalty, warmth—and unwavering support for one another’s success.

What's next:

If you are ready for an exciting new chapter where your expertise can truly make a difference within an inclusive global team—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next rewarding career move awaits!

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C