Job Description

Company Description

Lapasar is one of Malaysia's leading B2B procurement and supply chain platforms, helping businesses simplify and streamline their operational purchasing through a centralized digital marketplace. We serve companies across various industries by providing end-to-end procurement solutions for office pantry supplies, workplace essentials, cleaning and hygiene products, industrial items, and other business needs. By combining technology, a strong supplier network, and reliable logistics support, we enable organizations to procure smarter, reduce operational costs, and focus on growing their business. At Lapasar, we foster a dynamic, collaborative, and growth-driven environment where innovation and customer success are at the heart of everything we do.

Role Overview

We are looking for a Finance Team Lead to take ownership of the finance operations for one of Lapasar's business segments, lead a small team, and make sure things run smoothly day to day.

This is not a traditional back-office finance role. You will own AR and AP end-to-end, work closely with clients and vendors, coordinate with our IT team, and solve operational issues as they come up.

We are not looking for someone who is overly technical or academic in finance. What matters more is that you have solid finance fundamentals, strong common sense, good judgement, ownership, and the ability to get things done independently.

Key Responsibilities

Own AR and AP end-to-end, including payments, collections, invoicing, reconciliations, and follow-ups.
Lead a small Finance team of 2–3 people, set priorities, review work, and support their development.
Work directly with clients and vendors to resolve payment and invoicing issues.
Communicate and present confidently to clients when needed.
Coordinate with IT on ordering system issues, support tickets, and ERP integrations.
Identify problems early and take ownership until they are resolved.
Manage multiple priorities independently and improve processes where needed.

What We're Looking For

Background in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
Relevant finance or accounting experience.
Some team leadership experience is a plus.
Comfortable with spreadsheets, finance systems, and ERP tools.
Strong communication and coordination skills.
Organised, resourceful, and able to work with minimal supervision.
Good judgement, common sense, and a strong sense of ownership.

What Matters Most

We are looking for a problem-solver first, finance person second.

20% Finance Knowledge
40% Problem Solving
40% Coordination team, clients, vendors, and IT

Responsibilities include:

Monitor daily work progress and productivity.
Allocate and coordinate daily operational tasks.
Review completed work for accuracy.
Guide and coach finance executives.
Ensure departmental KPIs are achieved.
Ensure compliance with finance SOPs and internal controls.
Escalate operational issues to the Finance Manager where necessary.

Salary Range : RM 3500- RM 4500

Benefits

Annual Leave, Medical Leave, and Public Holidays in accordance with Malaysian labour law
Medical benefits (Outpatient & Hospitalisation)
business mobile usage
Mileage or transport claims for work-related travel
Career development and progression opportunities within a fast-growing FMCG business

Working at Lapasar

Lapasar moves fast. Priorities change, and you will often need to figure things out without waiting for a detailed playbook. If you are sharp, dependable, willing to take ownership, and keen to grow, you will fit well in this role.