Finance Specialist (Accounts Receivable) (6 months contract)

The IKEA vision is to create a better everyday life for the many people. We do this by offering a wide range of well-designed, functional home furnishing products at prices so low that as many people as possible can afford them. We operate in Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand – and have an ambitious expansion plan to bring a little bit of Sweden to new markets in the region. We are part of the Ikano Group of companies and the only IKEA franchisee owned by the Kamprad family that founded IKEA.

We also develop, own and operate Shopping Centres that are anchored by IKEA and create walkable communities by including residential, office and other types of real estate in our development plans.

We work towards making sustainability a natural part of our everyday work. We are active in our communities, driving and supporting social initiatives that benefit children, women and the environment.

About the

We want to fill this position with a hands-on and detailed individual who can support the needs of the business as we grow as an organization with various revenue channels and payment methods.

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate and timely daily sales reconciliations by each Store and e-commerce platform.; Perform reconciliation of cash, credit card, and IPP collections against bank statements.; Prepare and issue accurate e-invoices for store billings, intercompany transactions and other billings.; Verify payments, process credit notes and resolve Customer Call Centre queries.; Monitor Accounts Receivables Aging Reports and coordinate collection activities to optimize company cash flow.; Execute month-end Accounts Receivable closing accurately in accordance with the established calendar.; Perform General Ledger reconciliations and maintain accurate accounting schedules for Sales and Collections.; Perform bank reconciliation and coordinate with Store to clear reconciliations; Support internal and external audits, manage document archiving, and participate in AR improvement projects.; Support Finance Business Partner and Assistant Finance Manager on ad hoc task.

Requirements

Possess a Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related business discipline,; At least 3 years working experience on Accounts Receivables role,; Possess knowledge on e-invoice processes and related compliance requirements,; Demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving, and numerical skills and time management, and commitment to deliver high-quality work,; Communicate effectively in written and spoken English and the local language across diverse business departments,; Work effectively under pressure to meet tight month-end and year-end deadlines.