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Accounts Payable Executive - Europe (1 year contract)

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This job is an Accounts Payable Executive role at Kerry in Europe with responsibilities including validating invoices, supporting team leaders, and enhancing processes. You might like this job because it offers opportunities to impact operations and foster strong relationships.

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Kuala Lumpur, 10, MY, 47800, Kuala Lumpur

Job Description

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

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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

 

Key responsibilities

 

  • Validate and book supplier invoices with precision, ensuring smooth financial workflows.
  • Match invoices with Purchase Orders (PO) and secure approvals for non-PO invoices to ensure timely payments.
  • Address supplier and site queries effectively, fostering strong relationships and trust.
  • Support AP Senior Executives and Team Leaders in closing, reporting, and driving departmental success.
  • Meticulous historical records through microfilming and systematic filing.
  • Lead data cleansing initiatives and facilitate seamless data ownership transfers.
  • Engage in continuous process enhancement, making a meaningful impact on AP operations and the Shared Service as a whole.
  • Actively coach and support team members, contributing to a positive and high-performing work environment.
  • Participate in knowledge transfer and process documentation, ensuring a smooth transition of AP functions to Shared Service centers.
  • Provide support to other process areas during peak periods, demonstrating flexibility and commitment.
  • Align daily activities with organizational missions to deliver impactful results.

 

Qualifications and skills

 

•    Bachelor’s Degree in finance or 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.

 


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Company Benefits

Career advancement

We believe people can achieve whatever they put their minds to and we’re actively looking for people who share our purpose.

Inclusive team culture

Our recruitment is based on skills and competencies, with appointments made solely on merit.

Graduate programmes

We offer nine graduate programmes to those looking for responsibility and exposure to meaningful opportunities.


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Company Profile

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Kerry

We are from food, for food. We are Kerry From a small dairy company in the southwest of Ireland to a global multinational in 50 years, the journey of Kerry tells a story of how belief and vision were combined to create a unique company. We’ve stayed close to our food heritage while drawing on expertise and inspiration from all over the world.  Our organisation is committed to helping delight and nourish...