Executive, Finance (AR)

Teleport

  • Kuala Lumpur
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 hours ago
Job Description:ABOUT USAs Southeast Asia's #1 integrated logistics provider, Teleport is all about making logistics fast, affordable and reliable. Our mission? To move things across Southeast Asia better than anyone else. We're focused on making next-day delivery a reality for all.We are looking for a meticulous and proactive Accounts Receivable (AR) Executive to join our finance team in Kuala Lumpur. The primary responsibilities include managing billing, invoicing, collections, receipting, revenue recognition, and month-end closing activities related to accounts receivable. The ideal candidate should have strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and experience in AR processes to ensure accurate and timely financial transactions.#TeamTeleport is guided by our values: Move with urgency - because time is crucial; Aim to pioneer - constantly innovating to stay ahead; Do it with intent - delivering with purpose and precision; and Keep it real - maintaining authenticity and transparency in all we do.Learn more about Teleport here:A DAY IN LIFEAs a start up, you can expect your days to be pretty varied. Multitasking is normal, and sometimes, your skills or natural talents will be leveraged to support other business priorities. That said, the bulk of your working hours should involve you having to:1. Billing & Invoicing:
  • Prepare and issue customer invoices accurately and on time.
  • Verify billing data (contracts, purchase orders, pricing) to ensure correct invoicing.
  • Handle invoice adjustments, credit notes, and debit notes as needed.
  • Maintain proper documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
2. Collections & Receipting:
  • Monitor and follow up on outstanding customer payments via calls, emails, and statements.
  • Maintain an organized collection tracker and escalate overdue accounts when necessary.
  • Post customer payments (cheques, bank transfers, online payments) accurately in the system.
  • Reconcile receipts against invoices and resolve discrepancies.
3. Revenue Recognition & Month-End Closing:
  • Ensure proper revenue recognition in compliance with accounting standards (MFRS/IFRS 15).
  • Prepare and post month-end revenue accrual and deferral journals.
  • Reconcile AR sub-ledger to the general ledger and resolve variances.
  • Assist in preparing AR-related financial reports and aging analysis.
4. Customer & Stakeholder Management:
  • Respond to customer inquiries regarding invoices, payments, and account statements.
  • Liaise with sales, customer service, and other departments to resolve billing disputes.
  • Support internal and external audits by providing AR documentation.
5. Process Improvement & Compliance:
  • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance AR efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, tax regulations, and accounting standards.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date AR records for audit readiness.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
  • Minimum 1-3 years of experience in Accounts Receivable or a similar role.
  • Strong understanding of MFRS/IFRS revenue recognition principles.
  • Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables).
  • Excellent communication skills for customer and internal stakeholder interactions.
  • Strong analytical skills with a high level of accuracy.
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities.
Preferred (But not compulsory skills)
  • Experience in shared services or multinational companies.
  • Knowledge of GST/SST/VAT and sales tax compliance in Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, India and China.
  • Familiarity with collection strategies and dispute resolution.

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