About the role
Mintel
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.
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