KERING Assistant Accountant - P2P

Summary About Kering
A global Luxury group, Kering manages the development of a series of renowned Houses in Fashion, Leather Goods, Jewelry and Watches: Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen, Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, Dodo, Qeelin, Ginori, Creed as well as Kering Eyewear. By placing creativity at the heart of its strategy, Kering enables its Houses to set new limits in terms of their creative expression while crafting tomorrows Luxury in a sustainable and responsible way. We capture these beliefs in our signature: “Empowering Imagination”. In 2023, Kering had nearly 49,000 employees and restated revenue of €19 billion. Job Description How you will contribute: Transaction Processing

• Perform team processes including:

• Invoice processing within SLA
• Escalating problematic invoices on a timely maner
• Resolving issues on a timely manner
• Period/quarter/year end processing
• Addressing end market inquiries

• Meeting service levels
• Involve in CI and problem solving.
• Backing up peers if required.
• Ad hoc tasks as and when required

Process Excellence

• Assist with new process implementations
• Assist in maintenance of Accounts Payable general policies & procedures
• Participate in continuous improvement in process efficiency and effectiveness
• Ensure internal controls programs are adhered to
• Comply with accounting principles, SSC standards and SLAs

Stakeholder Relationship Management

• Assist in addressing stakeholder issues and requests
• Establish and maintain working relationship with Brands Finance where applicable

Team Environment

• Enhance team interaction and optimize team effectiveness
• Create a positive work environment that fosters team performance
• Coach new team members to improve skills and knowledge required to perform his/her job effectively

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Context/Environment
Knowledge, Skills & Experience Education / Experience

• Diploma with a minimum of 2-3 years work experience or Fresh Graduates with Degree in relevant field (preferbly Commerce, Finance, Accounting)

Functional

• Good organizational and time management skills
• Basic knowledge of fundamental accounting concepts, practices and procedures
• Basic knowledge of expenditure cycle and rules (e.g. purchase orders, invoices, credit/debit notes, payment terms etc.)
• Basic knowledge of the inter-company recharge principles and rules
• Understanding of general administrative duties and procedures
• Good overall knowledge of functional

Technical

• Ability to use SAP and other financial systems needed to perform and support the relevant functional area
• Good computer skills and proactive learner

Interpersonal

• Ability to work well with other team members and achieve productive working relationships
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
• Understanding of cultural sensitivities

Process

• Experience in performing the Purchase to Payment process

Stakeholders Service

• Ability to interact courteously with customers and ensure interactions are of a high quality of service
• Ability to coordinate with other internal departments to deliver seamless service to customers

iii. Key Success Factors

• Invoice Processing within SLA
• Timely escalations
• Continuous improvement

iv. Working Relationships

• Kering Malaysia internal realtionships
• Other Kering related companies, Brands

Why work with us? This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering adventure and and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a thriving Atelier in a global Luxury Group that offers endless possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering, and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment. Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background Job Type Regular Start Date 2024-04-26 Schedule Full time Organization Kering services Malaysia