SENIOR FINANCE EXECUTIVE, AR - FINANCE

ENVIRONMENT
Joining Ipsos means developing your career in the very top tier of research. With over 18,000 people employed in 90 countries, we are one of the largest and best-known research companies. If you’re interested in keeping company with some of the most naturally curious researchers and making an impact to the best local and global brands, we invite you to join us.
As a curious and intuitive individual, an enthusiastic professional with a passion for creating knowledge, at Ipsos you will be fully dedicated to finding the best solutions for our clients. At Ipsos we foster an environment that is entrepreneurial and forward thinking. We attract and hire innovative people with inquiring minds who possess drive, intelligence and enthusiasm. Working at Ipsos is dynamic and challenging; never a dull moment!

OUTPUTS/ACCOUNTABILITY  
• Key member of the Kuala Lumpur Finance Hub for APEC region.
• Fully responsible for Account Receivable functions including monthly cash flow forecast and the Order to Cash process; from new client creation, billings, collections to month-end closing. 
• Perform client credit assessment and update High Risk client risk.
• Review Sales Order (SO) Agreement and client contracts. Ensure Financial terms are as per Group policy and all deviations are duly approved as per approval matrix. 
• Liaise with the Researchers on billing documentation – Sales Order (SO) / Purchase Order (PO) / Statement of Work (SOW) to ensure timely invoicing as per agreed billing schedule and payment terms.
• Monitor client collections; follow up closely and take necessary action on overdue accounts receivable. Ensure bad debt provisions are made as per policy.
• Plays an active role in improving key AR KPIs i.e. 'Days of Revenue Unbilled' and 'Days of Sales Outstanding' as per Group's expectation.
• Enhance the internal control and Account Receivable process progressively.
• Attend to annual statutory audits, internal audits and ISO certification audits. Ensure proper accounting records and compliance with the Group and respective market policies and Accounting Standards.
• Responsible for regular reporting to market stakeholders and to the Group.
• Responsible for the month end closing to ensure invoicing, SOA, and AR related matters are updated accurately.
• Preparation of financial and tax (SST/GST/VAT/WHT) reports and tabulation of Cash-in-Cash-out (CICO) submission.
• Assist any ad hoc task assigned by superior from time-to-time.

COMPETENCIES 
• Self-Management
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Client Focus
• Knowledge & Expertise
• Flexibility

RELEVANT TRAINING
• Data Privacy Process
• Information Confidentiality & Security Process
• Legal & Contract Reviews

RELATIONSHIPS
• Internal: Commercial Team members, Team members of the Finance & Accounting team and other support departments.
• External: Clients, vendors, bankers, tax authorities.

DEVELOPMENT
• Develop a good breadth of experience and knowledge of processes and controls across APEC markets.
• Awareness of broader business considerations; client relationships and environment.
• Demonstrate capabilities in applying different tools, techniques and approaches.

BACKGROUND
Experience:
• At least 4 years working experience in Order to Cash / Account Receivable Management / Finance / Accounting
• Experience in SG or HK market is an added advantage

Skills/Knowledge:
• Knowledge of accounting standards and principles.
• Knowledge of tax i.e. GST, SST, VAT, WHT.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Proficient in Accounting systems i.e. Oracle, JD Edwards.
• Self-motivated / pro-active
• Good time management skills
• Sound problem solving skills
• Able to work effectively in a team and independently
• Proficient in English language, both verbal and written
• Good communication skills and able to communicate with people from different background and with different seniority.

Qualifications:
• Degree in Accounting/Finance or equivalent.

Interested applicants, kindly email your resume to [email protected]
We seek your understanding that only shortlisted candidates would be notified.