Accounts Executive - Account Payable at Mintel

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounts payable, General ledger, Reconciliation, Aging analysis, Financial reporting, Tax compliance, Internal controls, Month-end closing, Process improvement, Analytical skills, Problem-solving, MS Office, MS Excel, ERP systems, SAP Concur, NetSuite

Industry

Market Research

Description

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Accounts Executive -AP, to join our dynamic new Malaysian shared service centre accounting department. This position has a wide varied role and is well suited to an individual who is looking to continue their career in accounting and to be part of a global business. What You Will Be Doing: • Create and maintain supplier master data record timely and accurately in the systems. • Process purchase orders, supplier invoices and expenses (employees and shoppers) accurately and in a timely manner. • Ensure proper coding to general ledger accounts, departments and projects. • Process multi-currency payments using specified payment methods accurately and in a timely manner. Monitor due dates to avoid late payments and optimize cash flow. • Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to expedite purchasing process and to resolve payment discrepancies. • Perform aging analysis and ensure proper reconciliation of supplier accounts and bank accounts. Identify discrepancies, errors, or potential risks and escalate issues to relevant stakeholders for resolution. • Implement and maintain compliance with financial and tax policies, procedures, and internal controls. • Support month-end closing activities and assist with audits as required. • Support process improvement initiatives and SOP updates to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risks. • Perform any other ad-hoc duties as assigned by superior. Requirements: • Bachelor's degree or associate degree in accounting, Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field. • Minimum 2 years of relevant working experience in Accounts Payable function. • Good knowledge of accounting principles. • Prior experience in SSC (Shared Service Centre) or multinational company. • Good analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work with financial data. • Strong attention to detail and ability to work to deadlines. • Good written and spoken communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a team. Mandarin speaker will be a plus. • Proficient in MS Office. Basic to Intermediate MS Excel skills (VLookup, Pivot and basic formulas). • Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems. Experience in SAP Concur and NetSuite will be a plus. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a face-paced environment. • Flexible to work when required during Malaysia public holidays in which replacement holidays will be provided. • Flexible to work on staggered hours to support UK & US timing. What We Offer: A culture that supports true collaboration whilst embracing remote working. Flexible start time and end time. Blended (office/home) approach to work. Approach to personal development where we encourage individuals to grow and share what they’ve learned. Social events, both within the department and across the company. Generous annual leave and wider circle employee benefits. Additional one day off to celebrate your birthday. Membership in Employee Resource Groups (Mintel Diversity, Mintel Wellness, and Mintel Gives). Giving back is part of our culture with this in mind, Mintel gives employees 2 days' leave per year to join local volunteering activities organised by our Mintel Gives (where applicable). Mental health and wellbeing support via Modern Health App. Beautifully designed offices foster collaboration and fun. Mintel is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to the strength of an inclusive workplace. #LI-SH1 #HYBRID

Responsibilities

The Accounts Executive will manage supplier master data, process invoices, and handle multi-currency payments while ensuring compliance with financial policies. They will also perform account reconciliations, support month-end closing activities, and contribute to process improvement initiatives.