Management trainee accounts payable

Inviting applications for the role of Management Trainee, Invoice Processing AP

This position will be aligned with specific business groups to proactively assist them with managing their ongoing purchase of goods and services following standard, compliant processes while ensuring the information is accurate and complete in support of other Finance operations (Compliance, Tax, Sourcing, Accounting).

Responsibilities

Review and process invoices along with providing the resolutions for the invoices and releasing the invoices for Payment.

Articulate and demonstrate basic Accounts payable process concepts - 3 way match, PO, NON PO , GRN etc.,

Able to understand the nuances of AP aspects

Invoices processing - check Bill of Entry, PO and other details before posting

Proficient in US Purchase Taxation

Resolve all vendor queries and requests coming via e-mails / Tickets within the agreed SLA

Review and validate basic essentials of valid invoice like supplier details, PO, bank account, invoice #, invoice date etc.

Maintain a tracker of the exceptions and ensure Invoices / queries are balanced taking based on the exception tracker

Maintain exception logs for process related exception as and when they occur for knowledge retention

Independently perform transactional tasks which support the compliance, planning and execution of assigned processes.

Follow up with requisitions (via calls / mails or tickets) to seek hold invoice as per the AP guideline

Enforce the internal compliance policy and guideline established by the management on their daily operational activities

Perform daily internal audit to ensure all Invoices / queries are balanced as per the guidelines

Qualifications we seek in you!

Minimum Qualifications

Good understanding of large ERP systems, preferably SAP

Good knowledge of general accounting principles, regulatory standards and compliance requirements

Experience in handling Procure to Pay business processes and vendor management (Payments, Helpdesk, Invoice processing and Accounts Payable) is preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint ) and Google Workspaces (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Drive)

Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills

Customer focused with effective verbal and written communication skills

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Quick learner and self-starter, capable of working independently or collaboratively.

Detail oriented and the ability to maintain a high level of accuracy.

Demonstrated ability to analyse information, think critically, and solve problems.