Kering Accountant – Procurement to Payment
- Location
- Petaling JayaSelangorMalaysia
- Employment
- Full-Time
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Jun 25, 2026
About Kering
Kering is a global luxury group renowned for nurturing some of the world’s most influential Houses in fashion, leather goods, jewelry, and eyewear, including Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, and Boucheron. As an employer, Kering offers a distinctive environment where creative excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and long-term sustainability converge. The Group empowers its talents to shape the future of luxury through innovation, craftsmanship, and responsible business practices. With an international culture grounded in diversity, inclusion, and shared ambition, Kering provides meaningful career opportunities for professionals seeking to contribute to exceptional brands while advancing a more sustainable and imaginative luxury industry.
Kering hiring Accountant – Procurement to Payment in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. Process invoices and support AP operations with Korean language skills required.
Role & Responsibilities
- Process invoices and transactional items within service level agreement timeframes
- Escalate and resolve procedural issues in a timely manner, addressing vendor and internal stakeholder inquiries
- Perform period, quarter, and year-end closing activities and support reconciliation processes
- Assist in troubleshooting, decision-making, and identification of potential operational risks and issues
- Monitor, manage, and contribute to service level improvements and continuous process optimization
- Support new process implementations and maintain Accounts Payable general policies and procedures
- Ensure adherence to internal controls, accounting principles, and Shared Services Center standards
- Collaborate cross-functionally to maintain effective stakeholder relationships and seamless service delivery
- Coach and train new team members on processes, systems, and best practices
- Perform ad hoc tasks and back up Senior Accountant or Team Lead as required
Qualifications
- Diploma with minimum 5 years' work experience in accounting or finance, or degree holder in Commerce, Finance, or Accounting with 4 years' experience
- Business-level proficiency in English and Korean language skills (TOPIK Level 4–5), including reading, writing, and speaking
- Intermediary knowledge of fundamental accounting concepts, practices, and procedures
- Intermediary knowledge of expenditure cycle and procurement rules (purchase orders, invoices, credit/debit notes, payment terms)
- Intermediary knowledge of treasury functions and rules (bank statements, cash operations)
- Intermediary knowledge of inter-company recharge principles and rules
- Demonstrated experience in Procurement to Payment (P2P) processes
- Proficiency with SAP and other financial management systems
Skills
Experience
Minimum 4–5 years of professional experience in accounting, accounts payable, or procurement operations within a corporate or shared services environment. Prior exposure to period-end closing cycles, multi-currency transactions, and vendor management is advantageous.
Education
Diploma in Commerce, Finance, or Accounting (or equivalent qualification); or bachelor's degree in related field.
Workplace
The role is situated in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia — conveniently close to Kuala Lumpur.
Culture
Kering fosters a dynamic, purpose-driven culture where creativity, entrepreneurship, and collaboration support the distinct identities of its luxury Houses. As an employer, the Group places strong emphasis on sustainability, diversity, and talent development, encouraging people to innovate responsibly while contributing to the future of modern luxury.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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