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Account Payable Senior Manager

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Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Account Payable Manager to join their dynamic team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and manage the accounts payable function within a globally recognised organisation. The successful candidate will have the chance to work in a supportive environment that values teamwork, commitment, and understanding. With flexible working opportunities and generous pensions contributions, this role provides a platform for both personal and professional growth. * Opportunity to lead and manage the accounts payable function * Work within a globally recognised organisation * Flexible working opportunities and generous pensions contributions

What you'll do:

As an Account Payable Senior Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing and overseeing the daily operations of the accounts payable department. Your responsibilities will include monitoring company expenses, implementing cost-saving strategies, ensuring timely payments of vendor invoices and expense vouchers, maintaining accurate financial records, and preparing reports on accounts payable performance. You will also be tasked with developing, implementing, and maintaining systems, procedures, and policies to ensure adherence to company guidelines. Furthermore, you will provide training, guidance, and direction to staff to ensure work is performed in an efficient manner.

  • Oversee daily operations of the accounts payable department, ensuring smooth and efficient processes.
  • Ensure timely and accurate payments of vendor invoices and employee expense vouchers.
  • Maintain and reconcile financial records, preparing reports on accounts payable performance.
  • Develop, implement, and enforce policies, systems, and procedures to ensure compliance with company guidelines.
  • Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
  • Provide training, mentorship, and guidance to the accounts payable team to ensure high-quality performance.
  • Collaborate with other departments to resolve payment discrepancies and improve workflows.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for the Account Payable Senior Manager position brings proven experience in a similar role along with strong knowledge of accounting principles, practices, standards, laws, and regulations. Your ability to manage large amounts of data coupled with your high degree of accuracy and attention to detail will be crucial in this role. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written are essential as you will be interacting with various stakeholders within the organisation. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite especially Excel is required.

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
  • Proven experience (8+ years) in accounts payable or finance, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles and accounts payable processes.
  • Proficiency in SAP
  • Excellent leadership and team management skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy under pressure.
  • Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with internal teams and external vendors.
  • Ability to implement process improvements and drive operational efficiency.
  • Proficient in Mandarin speaking, reading and writing

What sets this company apart:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a globally recognised organisation that values its employees' growth and development. They offer flexible working opportunities along with generous pensions contributions. Their supportive leadership fosters a culture of teamwork, commitment, understanding which makes it an ideal place for those looking for a nurturing work environment.

What's next:

Ready for your next career move in finance? Apply now!

Apply today by clicking on the link. We look forward to receiving your application!

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

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Shared Services

Industry: FMCG

Salary: MYR15,000 - MYR20,000 per month

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Senior Management

Location: Selangor

Job Reference: 3MS54T-B9104789

Date posted: 17 September 2024

Consultant: WaiYan Lee

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