Key Responsibilities
Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable processes, including invoice processing, payment execution, vendor management and employee expense claims auditing.
Process high volumes of vendor invoices accurately and within established timelines through OCR-enabled platforms or manual entry.
Monitor invoice validation, matching, approval and posting to ensure transactions are processed correctly.
Perform two-way and three-way matching of invoices against purchase orders and goods receipts.
Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues and vendor queries promptly.
Liaise with procurement, receiving teams, internal requesters and regional stakeholders to resolve invoice and payment-related issues.
Support month-end closing activities, including AP subledger reconciliation and vendor statement reconciliation.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, financial procedures and audit requirements.
Identify opportunities to improve AP processes, operational efficiency and transaction accuracy.
Support ERP system enhancements, workflow optimisation and automation initiatives.
Maintain accurate financial records and ensure AP transactions are properly documented.
Requirements and Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline.
Relevant experience in Accounts Payable, invoice processing, billing operations or finance shared services. Typically, 3–5 years of experience is preferred; candidates with 1–2 years of relevant experience may also be considered.
Experience in high-volume transaction processing within a multinational organisation is preferred.
Hands-on experience with Oracle ERP is strongly preferred. Candidates with SAP or other ERP system experience may also be considered.
Good understanding of end-to-end AP operations, invoice matching, vendor reconciliation and payment processing.
Experience with OCR-based invoice processing or electronic invoicing platforms is an advantage.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel; knowledge of Power Query, Power Automate, Power BI or other data analysis and automation tools is an added advantage.
Good analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, vendors and regional stakeholders.
Mandarin language proficiency is an advantage
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to company's values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Coherent Malaysia (formerly known as II-VI Incorporated) began operations in 2001 through the incorporation of Finisar Malaysia with 300 headcounts, now employs over 3000 employees. Ipoh's assembly and test site for optical components, transceivers, and wavelength management equipment, remains committed to the expansion of Coherent Corporation, accelerated by the growth of next generation products to meet the increasing demands for network bandwidth and data storage.
Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.
