Senior Accounts Receivable Executive

The Senior Accounts Receivable Executive (Korean Speaker) is responsible for delivering high-quality AR services including invoicing, cash application, collections support, and month-end closing activities. This role supports a regional portfolio that includes South Korea, requiring strong proficiency in Korean to manage communications, resolve issues, and support transitions from local markets to the Shared Services Centre (SSC).

Client Details

Our client is a leading global FMCG with a strong presence in Malaysia. The company is committed to delivering innovative, reliable, and sustainable solutions that enhance everyday living, offering a wide range of household and professional appliances designed with consumer's needs in mind. With a focus on quality, design, and energy efficiency, the organisation continues to empower households and businesses across the region while driving forward initiatives that support a more sustainable future.

Description

Manage end-to-end Accounts Receivable processes-including invoice processing, cash allocation, and AR sub-ledger management-while ensuring accuracy and compliance with business policies, ECS requirements, and local statutory regulations.
Ensure all assigned daily tasks are completed within defined SLAs and quality expectations, including proactive monitoring of AR performance metrics and KPIs.
Support migration and standardisation activities by facilitating the transfer of AR tasks from Korea and other markets into the Shared Services Centre.
Monitor and follow up on open, overdue, or disputed items; coordinate resolution actions with stakeholders and escalate complex matters when required.
Serve as the primary liaison for Korean-speaking stakeholders, handling queries, clarifications, and issue resolutions in a timely and professional manner.
Perform month-end closing activities, including reconciliations, journal postings, AR ageing analysis, and preparation of month-end reports.
Support both internal and external audit activities by preparing documentation, reconciliations, and evidence.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as OTC, Cash Application, Controlling, and Operations to ensure seamless and accurate end-to-end processes.
Uphold internal controls and ensure compliance with AR governance, ECS standards, and audit requirements.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process gaps, recommending optimisations, and updating Desktop Procedures (DTPs).
Provide knowledge transfer, on-the-job training, and support to new team members, ensuring consistent process understanding across the team.
Participate in team projects, ad-hoc tasks, and transformation activities as assigned by the line manager.

Profile

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
3-5 years of experience in Accounts Receivable or related accounting functions, preferably in a Shared Services environment.
Strong proficiency in Korean (speaking, reading, writing) is mandatory to support Korean market operations.
Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and AR process migrations is an advantage.
Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills with high accuracy and attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills in both Korean and English (written and verbal).
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively within a team.

Job Offer

Contract: 6 Months
Hybrid working arrangement.
Covered medical expenses.
Opportunity to work in a regional, multicultural Shared Services Centre supporting a global organisation.
Career development pathways in Finance, Order-to-Cash (O2C), and process transformation.
Exposure to transition activities, automation initiatives, and global process improvements.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Ariff Kamri on

Agensi Pekerjaan Michael Page International (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd | Registration No W.
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