The Accounts Payable Team Lead is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the accounts payable function, managing a team of AP specialists to ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices and payments. This role involves process management, team leadership, and continuous improvement of AP procedures to optimize efficiency and compliance with company policies.
Key Responsibilities :
- Manage Invoice Verification, Processing, Reporting on a Regular Basis.
- Supervise and manage the accounts payable department and staff in the organization.
- Resolve Invoice Discrepancies by coordinating with purchase team and suppliers.
- Prepare and submit weekly / monthly reports and assist in month end closing
- Exposure on review of Vendor Aging & ensuring that the payment of invoices is completed timely and in accordance with payment term.
- Email Management & Stake holder Management (Internal / External)
- Knowledge on Month End activities related to Accounts Payables such as RNV / GRIR Reconciliation, Subledger to GL reconciliation, support R2R team with accruals, etc.
- Ensure adherence to internal controls, SOX regulations, and company policies
- Conduct performance reviews and provide training to enhance team capabilities.
- Assist in audit preparations and audits related to accounts payable.
- Assist in streamlining and improving the accounts payable process.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Accounts Payable Manager.
Basic Qualifications :
Master s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.7 to 10 years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting.Knowledge of general accounting procedures.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.Knowledge of any accounting software will be an added advantage.Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize workload in order to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.Be able to demonstrate attention to details and good-record-keeping.Preferred Qualifications :
Competent in building Power BI reports, creating interface between ERP and BI reports for auto updates, and publishing reports from Power BI to SharePoint and other shared spaces.Skills Required
Accounts Payable, General Accounting, Microsoft Office Suite, Accounting Software, Power Bi