Accounts Payable Executive

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

• Work Location: 1Powerhouse, PJ (5mins walk from MRT Bandar Utama)
• Reporting To: Accounts Payable Team Lead
• Working Hours: 2.00PM – 11.00PM / 3.00 PM -12.00 AM

The GBS Accounts Payable Executive is responsible for processing invoices, credit notes, and debit notes from vendors accurately and in a timely manner. Completes payments and controls expenses by verifying/reconciling invoices for the Europe region.

Key responsibilities

• Validation and booking of supplier invoices, via Purchase Orders (PO) or manual processing
• Obtaining appropriate approvals for non-PO invoices
• Handling supplier and site queries relating to payables
• Month-end closing and reporting preparation, supporting Senior and Team Leader in carrying out the responsibilities of the AP department
• Maintaining historical records by microfilming and filing documents
• Involvement in data cleansing activity and data ownership transfer
• Accomplishing accounting and organization mission by completing related results as needed
• Participating in knowledge transfer and process documentation to secure a safe transfer of AP work from finance departments abroad to the Shared Service
• Providing support when required in other process areas during peak periods of work
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives within the AP process area and Shared Service as a whole
• Actively undertaking activities to increase own competency portfolio
• Working as a member of the team, participating fully in team activities, taking responsibility for team goals, and coaching and supporting other members of the team to increase their competencies and skills

Qualifications and skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in finance or a similar field
• Minimum 1 year of experience in an accounts payable or related finance role, with exposure in AP Vendor/Internal Customer Management, Validation, and Invoice Processing
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) is a bonus
• Knowledge of Change Management and process improvement strategies
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ACCA, CPA) are beneficial but not required

Candidates must be resident in Malaysia, or have the right to work in Malaysia.