Accounts Payable Manager Full Time NEW

Role Overview:

The Manager – Accounts Payable will be responsible for overseeing the end-to-end accounts payable function, ensuring strong financial controls, compliance, and timely vendor payments. The

role requires close coordination with procurement, treasury, and business teams to drive efficiency, accuracy, and transparency in vendor management and payment processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Invoice Processing & Controls

• Ensure all vendor invoices are supported by valid PR/PO/SRN prior to recording in the ERP system.
• Review and validate chargeable invoices to ensure accuracy and proper allocation.

Payment Planning & Execution

• Prepare and manage monthly payment budgets for domestic and foreign vendors.
• Share daily payment schedules with the Treasury team to enable effective cash flow management.
• Ensure timely payments to MSME vendors in compliance with applicable regulations and agreed timelines.

Financial Reporting & Review

• Review monthly provisions and prepaid entries related to vendor expenses to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and present vendor payable ageing reports with actionable insights and remarks.

Expense Management

• Oversee Out-of-Pocket Expenses (OPE) management, ensuring proper validation, accounting, and recovery where applicable.

Process Improvement & Governance

• Strengthen AP processes, internal controls, and ERP utilization to improve efficiency and reduce risk.
• Drive automation and standardization initiatives across the accounts payable function.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Commerce graduate (B.Com or equivalent); professional qualifications (CA/ICWA) are an added advantage.
• 15 years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable or Finance Operations.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics, etc.).
• Sound understanding of accounting principles, vendor management, and compliance requirements.