Executive / Senior Executive (Financial Accounting - AP))

Join our Financial Accounting department and play a crucial role in accurate and timely reporting of financial transactions, while maintaining strong vendor and internal stakeholder relationships.

You will be reporting to the Senior Manager/Manager (Financial Accounting).

[What you will be working on]

Core AP Operations and Process Improvements:

• Optimise daily Account Payables (AP) operations, identify and implement process improvements

• Manage month-end closing activities (such as accrual posting, Balance Sheet maintenance, bank reconciliation, etc.), ensuring accuracy and timeliness while seeking opportunities for increased efficiency

• Drive Finance-related projects focused on automation and continuous improvement, including the adoption of RPA and other technologies to streamline the end-to-end payment process

Financial Reporting and Compliance:

• Develop insightful financial reports and visualisations using tools like PowerBI or Tableau

• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, government policies, and internal controls

• Attend to with internal and external audit queries, ensuring financial transparency and compliance

Stakeholder Management and Collaboration:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders

• Collaborate across finance functions (Procurement, Financial Planning, General Ledger, Accounts Receivable) to integrate AP processes and support strategic decisions

• Train internal stakeholders on AP processes, systems, and best practices

Strategic Initiatives and Innovation:

• Assist in special projects and analyses as required by management

[What we are looking for]

• Relevant accounting, finance automation and data related experience

• Fresh entrants to the field with strong potential are welcome to apply

• Proficiency in accounting software, ERP systems (Workday Financials knowledge a plus), and advanced data analytics skills with ability to interpret financial data and provide insights

• Excellent attention to detail and priority management

• Proactive problem-solver with ability to suggest and drive process improvements

• Effective communication skills at all organisational levels

• High level of integrity in all aspects of work

• Adaptability and willingness to expand skills into General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, and Financial Planning & Analysis

• Self-motivated learner enthusiastic about professional development in finance, technology, and sustainability practices