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Asst Manager- Accounts Payable

Asst Manager- Accounts Payable

ConfidentialBengaluru / Bangalore
10 days ago
Job description
  • Team Leadership & Management :   Direct, coach, and develop the AP team, ensuring seamless day to day operations and high service standards.
  • Accounts Payable Operations :   Oversee timely, accurate processing of invoices, payments, and employee reimbursements and ensure reconciliation of travel related advances and expense bookings.
  • Banking Relationship Management :   Maintain and strengthen relationships with banking partners and Negotiate banking terms, fees, and credit facilities to optimize cost and flexibility.
  • Cash & Liquidity Management :   Monitor daily cash positions across all bank accounts, forecast short and long term cash flows to ensure sufficient liquidity and coordinate with Finance Manager on placement and redemption of fixed deposits.
  • Internal Controls & Compliance :   Design and implement controls to prevent fraud and ensure accuracy, oversee treasury transactions and review / authorize electronic payments, bank reconciliations, and journal entries.
  • Ensure compliance with  Income tax (TDS), MSMED Act, Companies Act  , and all  internal policies  .
  • Vendor Management :   Manage vendor relationships and communications, review ageing reports and ensure timely vendor payments, negotiate payment terms and resolve disputes efficiently.
  • Reporting & Analysis :   Generate, analyze, and present AP reports, provide provision inputs for period end expense accruals. Deliver insights on cash flow, working capital, and liabilities to senior finance leadership.
  • Audit & Month-End Close :   Support month end and year end close processes, liaise with internal and external auditors, providing necessary documentation and advise leadership on treasury implications of strategic initiatives.
  • Systems & Process Optimization :

    • Streamline and automate AP and treasury workflows on ZOHO (or other ERP), continuous improvement and process re engineering initiatives.
    • Qualifications & Experience

      Education & Experience :

    • Master s degree in accounting, Finance, or related discipline (CA / CMA is a strong advantage).
    • Proven success leading AP & Treasury teams and driving process improvements.
    • Experience in a multinational or large GCC based organization preferred.
    • Technical Expertise :

    • Deep understanding of AP processes, ERP / ZOHO systems, and financial controls.
    • Strong knowledge of Income tax provisions, MSMED Act, Companies Act, and Ind AS.
    • Expertise in cash flow modelling, scenario analysis, and forecasting.
    • Leadership & Interpersonal Competencies

    • Demonstrated leadership and people management abilities with at least 5 years of experience in the similar role.
    • High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem solving skills.
    • Excellent interpersonal and communication capabilities.
    • Able to succeed in a fast paced, multicultural environment with competing deadlines.
    • Skilled at presenting complex financial information to senior stakeholders.
    • Key Relationships

    • Internal :   Finance & Accounting teams, Procurement, Operations, Senior Leadership
    • External :   Banking partners, Vendors, External Auditors, Regulatory Bodies
    • Success Metrics

    • Invoice to payment cycle time and accuracy
    • Timeliness of cash flow forecasts and liquidity ratios
    • Audit findings and compliance adherence
    • Process improvement milestones and automation coverage
    • Vendor satisfaction and dispute resolution turnaround
    • Skills Required

      scenario analysis, Forecasting

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