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ZULFAQAR SULAIMAN

ZULFAQAR SULAIMAN

KUALA LUMPUR

Summary

Skilled Account Payable Team Lead bringing strong history of success in leading accounts payable operations. Experienced in coordinating department operations and vendor relationships. Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving developed over 18-year career. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Work History

Account Payable Team Lead (AUS)

City Facilities Management
Kuala Lumpur
2015 - Current
  • Lead team of Accounts Payable Executives, coach team members on performance expectations, ensure monthly targets are achieved, resolve incoming AP inquiries, process invoices, close accounts payable sub-ledger, monitor team's deliverables, collaborate with other teams for efficient process
  • Ensured accuracy of invoices and payments to vendors.
  • Monitored accounts payable activity, ensuring timely payment of vendor invoices.
  • Developed internal controls to ensure accurate and timely accounting records.
  • Analyzed financial data and prepared reports for management review.
  • Collaborated with other departments to resolve discrepancies in accounts payable transactions.
  • Maintained vendor files, including contact information and payment history.
  • Reconciled monthly statements from vendors and resolved any discrepancies.
  • Conducted periodic audits of accounts payable processes to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
  • Generated monthly Accounts Payable aging report for management review.
  • Tracked all open purchase orders, verifying receipt of goods and services prior to payment processing.
  • Provided support to auditors during year-end audit process by providing requested documents.
  • Performed research on vendor inquiries related to invoice disputes or other issues.
  • Assisted with special projects as needed, such as implementing new accounting software systems.
  • Advised staff on proper coding of invoices according to departmental budget codes.
  • Managed daily operations of the accounts payable department, including training new staff members.
  • Processed weekly check runs in a timely manner while adhering to established deadlines.
  • Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision.
  • Reconciled monthly statements and transactions to keep records accurate and current.
  • Problem-solved accounts payable questions on behalf of internal team members, management and vendors.
  • Verified vendor accounts by reconciling monthly statements and related transactions.

Account Payable Executive

City Facilities Management
Kuala Lumpur
2015 - 2018
  • Manage Account Payable, perform monthly and weekly payments, provide on-the-job training, establish and maintain relationships with vendors and property managers, cross-check accounts and invoices, reconcile supplier accounts
  • Reviewed invoices and check requests for accuracy and completeness.
  • Processed vendor payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Performed reconciliations of accounts payable transactions to ensure accuracy of records.
  • Resolved discrepancies between purchase orders, receiving documents, and invoices.
  • Monitored accounts to ensure timely payment of invoices.
  • Generated weekly aged payables reports for management review.
  • Coordinated with vendors regarding invoice questions or issues.
  • Provided training and guidance to new staff members on Accounts Payable functions.
  • Responded quickly to inquiries from both internal customers and external vendors.

Account Payable Executive

E-Cart Services Sdn Bhd (LAZADA)
Kuala Lumpur
2014 - 2015
  • Responsible for tasks assigned by Account Payable Team Lead, ensure accuracy of data in accounting system, handle vendor inquiries, process payment transactions, analyze and reconcile vendor statements
  • Reviewed invoices and check requests for accuracy and completeness.
  • Processed vendor payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Performed reconciliations of accounts payable transactions to ensure accuracy of records.
  • Resolved discrepancies between purchase orders, receiving documents, and invoices.
  • Monitored accounts to ensure timely payment of invoices.
  • Coordinated with vendors regarding invoice questions or issues.

Account & Admin Executive

M.S.STAR Travel Agency
Kuala Lumpur
2013 - 2014
  • Count cash, match bank slips, ensure cash excess/shortage is accounted for, key in daily transactions, prepare bank deposits, generate and send out invoices, carry out billing and collection activities.
  • Transaction upon cash receipt / cash bank in.
  • Develop recovery system and initiate collection effort.

Production Technician

Kobe Precision Technology
Penang
2006 - 2009
  • Handle machine and manufacture goods, provide output target and compile reports, assist line supervisor

Skills

  • Knowledgeable in accounting software such as IPOS, SAP, Sun System, Converge, MS Excel, MS Office
  • Sound knowledge of invoice processing, vendor queries, query report, monthly progress report, monthly reconciliation statement, and backlog catch plan
  • Hardworking, dedicated, and passionate about working in cooperate field
  • Ability to adapt quickly to new requirements
  • Maintaining high accuracy and timeliness in managing disbursement functions
  • Invoice Processing
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Accounts Payable
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Staff Training
  • Vendor Negotiations
  • Problem Resolution
  • Research and analysis
  • Performance Evaluations
  • Negotiations expert
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Team Player
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Staff Motivation
  • Leadership
  • Training and Development

Education

Segi College, Subang Jaya, Diploma in Accountancy, 2.9, 2014

Personality

  • Eager to learn from the best, fast learner, and able to master new skills within expectations
  • Able to come up with fresh ideas and concepts
  • Organized and able to work in teams
  • Capable of working under high pressure with minimal supervision

Personal Information

  • Age: 35
  • Date of Birth: 08/04/1987
  • Gender: Male
  • Marital Status: Married

References

  • Saraswathy Sathenathan, Global Support AP Manager, City Facilities Management, KL, +60 0327219338, +60 122000532, saraswathy.sathenathan@cityholdings.asia
  • Choo Kok Wui, Human Resources Manager People & Safety, City Facilities Management, KL, +60 0327795316, choo.kokwui@cityholdings.asia

Timeline

Account Payable Team Lead (AUS)

City Facilities Management
2015 - Current

Account Payable Executive

City Facilities Management
2015 - 2018

Account Payable Executive

E-Cart Services Sdn Bhd (LAZADA)
2014 - 2015

Account & Admin Executive

M.S.STAR Travel Agency
2013 - 2014

Production Technician

Kobe Precision Technology
2006 - 2009
ZULFAQAR SULAIMAN