Role: Assistant Manager - Accounts Payable - Skill: Accounts Payable - Experience: 8 years to 10 years - Job Location: Chennai One - Shift: 6.30 AM to 4.30 PM - Education: - Minimum 15 years of regular, full-time education (10 + 2 + 3) - Non-technical graduation in finance & accounts stream - B.Com, M.Com or similar - Must Have: - Invoices & Payments reviews, process harmonization, standardization and driving transformations - Good-to-Have: - Month-end reporting - Role Overview: - The Assistant Manager - Accounts Payable is responsible for managing end-to-end AP operations, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, payments, reconciliations, and compliance with company policies. The role involves team handling, stakeholder management, month-end close support, and continuous process improvement. - Experience & Expertise: - Strong experience in Accounts Payable (Invoice Processing, Vendor Management) - Hands-on experience in ERP systems (SAP / Oracle / Tally / NetSuite) - Good knowledge of GST, TDS, and statutory compliance - Experience in month-end close and AP reconciliations - Exposure to audit support (internal & external) - Ability to manage high-volume transactions and deadlines - Roles & Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable process - Review and approve vendor invoices and payments - Ensure timely and accurate invoice processing - Handle vendor queries and dispute resolution - Monitor aging reports and payment schedules - Perform AP reconciliations and month-end activities - Ensure compliance with company policies and statutory regulations - Coordinate with procurement and other stakeholders - Support audit requirements and documentation - Drive process improvements and automation initiatives - Technical Skills: - Strong knowledge of AP processes & accounting principles - Understanding of GST, TDS, and compliance requirements - ERP proficiency (SAP/Oracle preferred) - Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) - Soft Skills: - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Positive communication and stakeholder management - Ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines - Attention to detail and accuracy - Team handling and leadership skills - Interview Focus Areas: - AP process knowledge (Invoice Payment cycle) - Handling vendor escalations - Experience in month-end close - Scenario: Incorrect invoice / duplicate payment - Scenario: Delayed approvals impacting payments - Knowledge of compliance (GST/TDS) - ERP and automation exposure - Behavioral Competencies: - Ownership & accountability - Team collaboration - Proactiveness - Integrity and ethical mindset - Continuous improvement approach - Outcome Expectations: - Timely and accurate invoice processing & payme nts - Reduction in vendor complaints/escalations - Strong compliance adherence - Improved AP cycle efficiency - Clean audit reports with mínimal observations - Tools & Systems: - ERP: SAP / Oracle /MS Excel (Advanced) - Invoice processing tools (if any) - Location - Chennai - Job Function - BUSINESS PROCESS SERVICES - Role - Manager - Job Id - 417778 - Desired Skills - Finance and Accounting Qualifications : BACHELOR OF COMMERCE