Account Assistant (AP)

Role summary

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The Account Assistant (Accounts Payable) supports the hotel’s finance operation by checking invoices, matching them with purchase orders and receiving records, processing payments, maintaining supplier accounts, and assisting with reconciliations and month-end closing. Candidates are generally expected to have a diploma or certificate in accounting, finance, or a related field, along with basic knowledge of bookkeeping and accounts payable procedures. Previous hotel or hospitality experience is helpful but may not be essential. The role requires accuracy, numerical ability, good organization, confidentiality, and proficiency with Microsoft Office or accounting systems. The successful candidate should communicate professionally with suppliers and internal departments, meet deadlines, follow Marriott financial controls, and work reliably as part of a busy hotel finance team.

About the employer

Sheraton Petaling Jaya Hotel is a full-service luxury hotel in Petaling Jaya, Selangor, operated under Sheraton Hotels & Resorts, one of Marriott International’s well-known global hospitality brands. The property serves business and leisure travelers and offers guest rooms, restaurants, meeting and event facilities, leisure amenities, and professional hotel services. Marriott International operates thousands of hotels and resorts worldwide across a broad portfolio of brands. Sheraton focuses on welcoming stays, reliable service, social spaces, and an environment that connects guests with the local community. Employees typically work in a structured international hospitality setting with established service standards, training opportunities, and operational procedures. The hotel’s location provides convenient access to Kuala Lumpur, commercial districts, shopping areas, transport links, and nearby attractions, making it a practical workplace for candidates seeking experience in Malaysia’s hotel and tourism industry.

Working in Malaysia

Malaysia offers varied opportunities in hospitality, finance, tourism, technology, manufacturing, education, and healthcare. Kuala Lumpur and Petaling Jaya are major employment centers, while Penang, Langkawi, Sabah, and Sarawak provide strong tourism and service-sector opportunities. The culture is multicultural, with Malay, Chinese, Indian, Indigenous, and international influences reflected in food, festivals, language, and daily life. Malaysia generally offers an affordable lifestyle compared with many major Asian cities, although central Kuala Lumpur housing can be costly. Public transport is convenient in urban areas, and tropical weather means heat, humidity, and frequent rain. Foreign employees normally need employer-sponsored authorization, such as an Employment Pass, before starting work; requirements depend on nationality, salary, and role. Relocating candidates should confirm visa arrangements with the employer, budget for accommodation and deposits, arrange medical coverage, and check tax and employment regulations.