KERING Assistant - P2P

How you will contribute

Transaction Processing

• Daily / weekly BAU supports:
  • Batch Payments – perform Pre & Post payment controls check prior / after payment run
  • Execute emergency payments – Accordance to Project Alfred exceptions & payments controls checks prior / after payment run
  • Perform manual payments – input payments in Bank portal
  • Meeting service levels
  • Involve in CI and problem solving.
  • Backing up peers if required.
  • Ad hoc tasks as and when required

• Meeting service levels:
  • Execute & release batch payments accordance to payment schedule
  • Execute & release emergency payments before bank cut-off
  • Attempt / addressing Invoice Processing Team / Brands and Vendors inquiries within 2 days

Process Excellence

• Assist with new process implementations
• Assist in maintenance of Treasury and Account Payable general policies & procedures
• Assist in monitoring performance measures/key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Participate in continuous improvement in process efficiency and effectiveness
• Ensure internal controls programs are adhered to
• Comply with accounting principles, SSC standards and SLAs
• Testing of new processes and systems for improved payment processing.

Stakeholder Relationship Management

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

People Management

• Create a positive work environment that fosters team performance
• Train new team members and share knowledge and job experience
• Enhance team interaction and optimize team effectiveness

Who you are?

• Degree in Accounting/ Professional certification in ACCA, CPA or MIA
• 1-2 year prior related job experience preferred, but fresh graduates are encourage to apply
• Good understanding and knowledge of SAP is preferred
• Industry or shared services experience a plus
• Accounting with 2+ years' experience a plus
• Knowledge of fundamental accounting concepts, practices and procedures
• Knowledge of chart of accounts, profit & loss and balance sheet reports
• Knowledge of the inter-company recharge principles and rules
• Understanding of general administrative duties and procedures
• Ability to assess and promptly resolve problems
• Good knowledge of OpCo business
• Advanced knowledge and use of office productivity tools (MS Office, Lotus Notes, etc.)
• Ability to use SAP FI/CO module is an added advantage
• Ability to motivate and cultivate strong teamwork
• Good negotiation skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English (e.g. presentation, listening, report writing)
• Excellent interpersonal skills (e.g. tact/diplomacy, persuasion, cooperation, ability to motivate others)
• Experienced in handling sensitive issues/ situations and cultural sensitivities
• Quantitative and analytical skills
• Experience in performing the General Ledger / Fixed Assets process is an advantage.
• Ability to interact courteously with customers and ensure interactions are of a high quality of service. 
• Ability to analyse customer needs through soliciting, evaluating and acting upon customer feedback
• Ability to coordinate with other internal departments to deliver seamless service to customers
• Ability to build strong relationships with customers
• 3rd Parties directly involved in own area of work
• Other Kering related companies/ Brands

Why work with us?

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs and sexual orientation – enrich 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.

This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering adventure and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a dynamic team 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.