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Assistant Accounting Manager - AR

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This job is for an Assistant Accounting Manager focused on accounts receivable. You might like this job because you'll assess credit risks, manage customer accounts, and improve financial processes in a supportive environment at Sika, a leader in specialty chemicals.

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Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur

Job Description

Our goals - Your path

  • Ensure credit release processes comply with company credit policy and approval limits (MoA).
  • Conduct credit risk assessments for new customers and periodic reviews, including setting and adjusting credit limits and terms.
  • Identify and manage high risk or delinquent accounts through proactive follow up and escalation actions.
  • Maintain accurate and up to date customer, credit, and collection records.
  • Resolve customer account issues including payment discrepancies, disputes, credit memos, rebates, and refunds.
  • Coordinate escalation cases with external parties such as legal advisors and collection agencies when required.
  • Ensure IRB validated invoices (MyInvois) are accurate and issued on time.
  • Prepare and review daily and monthly AR related reports.

Your expertise - Our strength

  • Diploma or bachelor’s degree in accountancy/finance or equivalent.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in similar accounting or finance roles.
  • Strong understanding of credit policies, collection practices, and risk management.
  • Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Knowledge of SAP S/4 Hana is an added advantage.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Proactive improvement of processes and controls.
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong time management and prioritization abilities.
  • Willing to learn new skills and competencies.

About Sika

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industrial manufacturing. Sika has subsidiaries in 102 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation sector toward greater environmental compatibility. With more than 34,000 employees, the company generated sales of CHF 11.76 billion in 2024.


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Company Benefits

Global exposure

As an international company, our diverse workforce enables us to listen and effectively respond to employee needs.

Open and inclusive culture

We firmly believe that the diversity experienced by employees contributes to the success of the company!

Career growth

At Sika, we encourage you to take assignments outside your own country. This way we can share knowledge across all our locations worldwide.


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Sika

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and automotive industry.  Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world and, in over 400 factories, produces innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role...