Accounts Payable Analyst- Japanese Speakers - OHD
Job Description
Accounts Payable Analyst – Japanese Language
Job Location: Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Work Mode: Onsite
Job Type: Permanent
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Analyst with strong knowledge of accounts payable operations, financial controls, and compliance. The candidate will be responsible for processing supplier and intercompany invoices, managing payment activities, performing reconciliations, supporting month-end closing, and ensuring compliance with company policies and statutory requirements. Proficiency in English and Japanese is required for effective business communication.
Key Responsibilities
Receive, sort, verify, scan, barcode, and organize Accounts Payable (AP) documents for further processing.
Validate and process purchase order (PO)-based, contract-based, and non-PO invoices, including prepayments and down payments.
Review supplier open items, including outstanding invoices, credit notes, and debit balances, before executing payments.
Process supplier and intercompany invoices accurately within defined KPIs and agreed payment terms.
Investigate failed payments, initiate reversals, and coordinate corrective actions.
Perform supplier statement reconciliations and follow up on outstanding items until resolution.
Execute month-end closing activities, including purchasing accruals, according to the established closing schedule.
Reconcile AP balance sheet accounts and clear aged items, including GR/IR, GIT, and suspense accounts.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, including KPI and operational performance reports.
Respond to internal and external queries within agreed service timelines.
Support compliance reviews and statutory audits by preparing reports and responding to audit queries.
Troubleshoot AP workflow, OCR, BOT, and system-related issues in collaboration with IT, Automation, and relevant business teams.
Participate in global initiatives, process improvement projects, system integration, and testing activities.
Maintain accurate process documentation in accordance with ICFR controls, group policies, local statutory requirements, and internal guidelines.
Provide technical guidance and process training to team members and new joiners.
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, or an equivalent discipline.
Professional qualifications such as ACCA, CPA, or MIA are an advantage.
Minimum 2 years of experience in transactional accounting or Accounts Payable operations.
Proficiency in English and Japanese, including reading, writing, and speaking for business communication.
Hands-on experience with SAP or other ERP/accounting systems.
Good understanding of invoice processing, supplier payments, account reconciliation, and month-end closing.
Knowledge of financial controls, compliance requirements, and audit procedures.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage deadlines, meet predefined KPIs, and work effectively in a performance-driven environment.
A proactive approach to issue resolution, teamwork, and continuous process improvement.
Preferred Skills
Accounts Payable Operations
Invoice Processing
Supplier Reconciliation
Intercompany Accounting
SAP / ERP Systems
Month-End Closing
Balance Sheet Reconciliation
Financial Reporting
Audit and Compliance
Japanese Language Proficiency
Process Improvement
Stakeholder Management
Key Skills
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