Manager, Group Finance

1 week ago

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia FWD Group Management Holdings Limited Full time

FWD Group is a pan-Asian life insurance business with approximately 11 million customers across 10 markets, including some of the fastest growing insurance markets in the world. Established in 2013, FWD is focused on making the insurance journey simpler, faster and smoother, with innovative propositions and easy-to-understand products, supported by digital technology. Through this customer-led approach, FWD is committed to changing the way people feel about insurance.

FWD Technology and Innovation Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., known as FWD TIM, was set up in late 2019 and is part of the FWD Group. FWD TIM in Malaysia is one of the FWD Group's office locations serving multiple markets within FWD Group and employing team members in various functions including Group Digital & Data, Digital Innovation, the IT Hub and our Centre of Excellence comprising Actuarial, Finance and Product Proposition functions.

PURPOSE

The Accounts Payable Manager will lead and responsible for overseeing the accounts payable functions and ensuring the accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices, payments, and expense reports.

KEY ACCOUNTAIBILITIES

Oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable team, including invoice processing, payment disbursements, and expense report management.

Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures, as well as compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Develop and implement efficient processes and controls to improve accuracy, productivity, and timeliness of payments.

Review and approve invoices, payment requests, and expense reports, ensuring accuracy and proper authorization.

Collaborate and maintain strong relationships with Group Sourcing & Procurement, resolving any payment-related issues or discrepancies in a timely manner.

Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders (Cost Centre's), to ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.

Prepare and analyze accounts payable reports, including aging reports, cash flow projections, and other financial metrics.

Responsible on monthly financial statements, providing accurate and reliable data related to accounts payable.

Support any other ad hoc payment assignment.

Being business partner with functions to address any risks and opportunities.

Lead the Finance AP team in Group office transformation projects.

Lead, coach and manage team's performance, development, and morale to ensure team members achieve their goals.

KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Accuracy of accounting, reporting

Timeliness to meet deadline

Team Work

Work Integrity

Support Group Office to complete day-to-day accounts payable operations on time with good data integrity

Review monthly financial statements on accounts payable related data and provide quality analytical comments

Ensure adherence to procurement process timelines and achieve accuracy in booking and accruals, including appropriate classification of OPEX/CAPEX, expenses, prepayments, etc

Continuously contribute ideas and solutions to simplify and streamline processes

EXTERNAL & INTERNAL CONTACTS

Group Office Functions

DECISION MAKING

In accordance with the delegated authority

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, finance, or a related field. A relevant professional certification would be an added advantage,

5+ years' proven experience in accounts payable or a related financial role, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial capacity.

Strong knowledge of accounts payable processes, including invoice processing, payment disbursements, and expense report management.

KNOWLEDGE & TECHNICAL SKILLS

Proficiency in using accounting/ accounts payable software/ systems. Experience with popular systems (e.g. Workday, Oracle,) is desirable.

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to handle high volumes of transactions.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve issues promptly.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Leadership abilities, including team management, coaching, and development.

OUR COMPETENCIES

Follow Group's competency requirements

About Us

Who we are

Established in 2013, FWD is the insurance business of investment group, Pacific Century Group. We currently serve over 5 million customers across pan Asia. In fact we're now one of the fastest-growing companies in one of the fastest-growing markets in the most dynamic region in the world. Find out more at

Our vision

FWD is a different kind of insurance company. Led by our customers. Driven by technology. And our vision is simple: to change the way people feel about insurance. So we offer a new kind of insurance. It's easier to understand, easier to buy, and easier to claim. This isn't the way insurance usually feels. But we're not your usual insurance company.

Life at FWD

We want you and your career to thrive with us. That's why we offer competitive benefits in a dynamic, fun and pro-active environment that nurtures fearless innovation.

Our people

Our teams come from a surprisingly wide variety of industries and backgrounds, because we place a high value on the different perspectives which having a truly diverse pool of talent and experience brings to the party. Our values – committed, innovative, proactive, open and caring – define who we are and what we do as we work together to bring our vision to life, every single day.

We're always excited to hear from potential new colleagues who share our passion and vision, so if any of these descriptions sound like you then we'd love to talk to you.

Challenger. Help us throw out the rule book and look at our industry through a different lens. Join us in our bold vision as we build a new kind of company for a new kind of customer.

Champion. Be part of an organisation that believes in the value of trust. Because we know that each promise we keep turns into something far more powerful.

Innovator. Here's to those who love to solve a problem – who see them as challenges rather than roadblocks. We guarantee that each and every new idea will not only stretch you but will also truly make a difference - to our customers as well as our industry.

Caring for our communities

At FWD we have a strong sense of responsibility and care for the communities in which we work. So we encourage our employees to be part of something bigger by giving back to their communities through our Community Care work – our corporate social responsibility programme.

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