About the Role
As the Accounts Payable (AP) Manager, you will play a key role in building and leading our AP operations from Chennai.
This role requires strong expertise in U.S. based accounts payable processes, with a focus on transitioning work from onshore to offshore, standardizing practices, and improving efficiency through better tools and automation.
You will be responsible for establishing a robust offshore AP team, defining scalable workflows, and ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timeliness of financial operations.
About you
You are an AP expert with hands-on experience in U.S. finance operations and a proven track record in transitioning and scaling offshore teams.
You are passionate about process optimization, automation, and compliance.
You bring a strong balance of operational excellence and people leadership, and you thrive in collaborative, global environments.
What youll do
- Understand current U.S. AP processes, tools, and technologies to map the transition path
- Define and implement a streamlined and automated AP operating model for India
- Lead the full lifecycle transition of AP operations from the U.S. to India
- Build, manage, and develop an offshore AP team with clear performance and service benchmarks
- Drive process standardization and identify areas for cost and efficiency improvements
- Collaborate with U.S. finance and business stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency
- Ensure full compliance with accounting standards, tax obligations, and internal controls
- Utilize ERP systems (preferably Workday) to manage workflow and reporting
What youll need
8+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, including 3+ years in managing offshore transitionsHands-on experience with U.S.-based AP processes including invoice management, vendor coordination, and reconciliationsPrior experience in AP transitions from the U.S. to India is essentialWorking knowledge of Workday or similar ERP platforms is preferredStrong communication skills both written and verbal with fluency in business EnglishDemonstrated experience in building and leading high-performing teamsStrong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skillsAbility to work in US time zones and collaborate with global stakeholders(ref : iimjobs.com)