Role: Assistant Manager – Accounts Payable
Skill: Accounts Payable
Experience: 8 years to 10 years
Job Location: Chennai One
Shift: 6.30 AM to 4.30 PM
Education:
- Minimum 15 years of regular, full-time education (10 + 2 + 3)
- Non-technical graduation in finance & accounts stream- B.Com, M.Com or similar
Must Have:
- Invoices & Payments reviews, process harmonization, standardization and driving transformations
Good-to-Have:
Role Overview:
The Assistant Manager – Accounts Payable is responsible for managing end-to-end AP operations, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, payments, reconciliations, and compliance with company policies. The role involves team handling, stakeholder management, month-end close support, and continuous process improvement.
Experience & Expertise:
- Strong experience in Accounts Payable (Invoice Processing, Vendor Management)
- Hands-on experience in ERP systems (SAP / Oracle / Tally / NetSuite)
- Good knowledge of GST, TDS, and statutory compliance
- Experience in month-end close and AP reconciliations
- Exposure to audit support (internal & external)
- Ability to manage high-volume transactions and deadlines
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable process
- Review and approve vendor invoices and payments
- Ensure timely and accurate invoice processing
- Handle vendor queries and dispute resolution
- Monitor aging reports and payment schedules
- Perform AP reconciliations and month-end activities
- Ensure compliance with company policies and statutory regulations
- Coordinate with procurement and other stakeholders
- Support audit requirements and documentation
- Drive process improvements and automation initiatives
Technical Skills:
- Strong knowledge of AP processes & accounting principles
- Understanding of GST, TDS, and compliance requirements
- ERP proficiency (SAP/Oracle preferred)
- Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)
Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good communication and stakeholder management
- Ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Team handling and leadership skills
Interview Focus Areas:
- AP process knowledge (Invoice Payment cycle)
- Handling vendor escalations
- Experience in month-end close
- Scenario: Incorrect invoice / duplicate payment
- Scenario: Delayed approvals impacting payments
- Knowledge of compliance (GST/TDS)
- ERP and automation exposure
Behavioral Competencies:
- Ownership & accountability
- Integrity and ethical mindset
- Continuous improvement approach
Outcome Expectations:
- Timely and accurate invoice processing & payme nts
- Reduction in vendor complaints/escalations
- Strong compliance adherence
- Improved AP cycle efficiency
- Clean audit reports with minimal observations
Tools & Systems:
- ERP: SAP / Oracle /MS Excel (Advanced)
- Invoice processing tools (if any)
