KERING Assistant - P2P

How will you contribute:

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   

• Update the logs as and when payments executed  

• 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 years prior related job experience required  

• Good understanding and knowledge of SAP is required  

• Industry or shared services 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)  

• 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  

• Ability to interact courteously with customers and ensure interactions are of a high quality of service.    

• Ability to analyze 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  

Why work with us?

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.

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.