Kering Accounts Payable Accountant (P2P)
- Location
- Seniority
- Mid-Level
- Department
- Finance, Accounting & Revenue Management
- Industry
- Fashion, Apparel & Leather Goods
- Posted
- Apr 23, 2026
About Kering
Kering is a global luxury group comprising a portfolio of leading Houses across fashion, leather goods, jewelry, eyewear and beauty. The Group fosters creativity and craftsmanship while promoting sustainability and talent development across its maisons. As an international employer, Kering places emphasis on internal mobility and managerial development within a networked, brand-driven structure.
Kering — Accounts Payable Accountant (P2P) in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. Korean speaker required to manage invoice processing and SAP-based P2P operations.
Role & Responsibilities
- Process supplier invoices and related transactions within agreed Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for the Purchase-to-Payment (P2P) cycle.
- Escalate and resolve invoice, supplier and payment issues promptly; manage vendor and internal stakeholder inquiries.
- Execute period/quarter/year‑end AP activities and support month‑end closing requirements.
- Support troubleshooting, risk identification and communication of potential issues affecting service delivery.
- Contribute to monitoring, managing and improving service levels and key performance indicators.
- Assist with implementation and maintenance of AP policies, procedures and internal control programmes.
- Participate in continuous improvement (CI) initiatives and problem‑solving activities to enhance process efficiency.
- Provide backup support to Senior Accountant / Team Lead and perform ad hoc tasks as required.
- Establish and maintain cross‑functional relationships to ensure seamless service to stakeholders.
- Coach and train new team members; help balance team workload and promote a productive team environment.
Qualifications
- Diploma in a relevant field with a minimum of 5 years’ relevant experience, or a Bachelor’s degree (Commerce, Finance, Accounting preferred) with minimum 4 years’ relevant experience.
- Business proficiency in English and Korean (reading, writing and speaking) — TOPIK Level 4 to 5 preferred.
- Demonstrable experience in Purchase‑to‑Payment (P2P) and Accounts Payable operations.
- Intermediate knowledge of accounting principles, expenditure cycle rules, treasury operations and inter‑company recharge principles.
- Ability to assess and resolve problems independently and to escalate appropriately.
- Strong organisational skills, time management and ability to manage competing priorities.
- Professional interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity when interacting with internal and external stakeholders.
Skills
Experience
Minimum 4 years’ hands‑on experience in Accounts Payable / Purchase‑to‑Payment processes (degree holders). Diploma holders should possess at least 5 years’ relevant AP/P2P experience. Experience using SAP and working to SLAs is required.
Education
Diploma in a relevant discipline with 5 years’ experience, or Bachelor's degree (Commerce, Finance, Accounting) with 4 years’ experience.
Workplace
The successful candidate will be located in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia, with easy access to Kuala Lumpur.
Culture
Kering cultivates a creative, meritocratic workplace rooted in the identities of its Houses, with strong emphasis on sustainability and talent development. The Group encourages internal mobility, leadership growth and collaboration across international teams.
About Cerulean
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Frequently Asked Questions
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