Overview
As a Senior Associate in our Procure-to-Pay (PTP) team, you will be part of a collaborative and high-performing finance team responsible for managing the complete PTP lifecycle. The team plays a vital role in ensuring timely invoice processing, efficient payment execution, cash forecasting and managing strong relationships with vendors, inter-company teams, group partners and other finance teams, all while maintaining operational excellence and compliance with contractual terms and regulations.
You will be entrusted with end-to-end ownership of the accounts payable process, ensuring timely invoice processing, accurate payment execution, and effective coordination with group entities to support seamless financial operations.
Responsibilities will further consist of:
– Oversee invoice processing, payment execution, and vendor management to ensure smooth operations.
– Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
– Resolve invoice discrepancies, payment issues, and vendor queries efficiently.
– Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
– Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize PTP processes and enhance efficiency.
– Maintain accurate financial records and documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
– Perform creditors ageing and proactively identify and escalate aged items.
– Manage day-to-day interactions with vendors, ensuring timely resolution of invoice and payment queries. Support vendor onboarding and maintain accurate records to uphold strong supplier relationships
– Support internal, statutory, tax and other auditors providing necessary documentation and addressing audit queries.
– Identify and recommend opportunities for automation of processes driving operational excellence.
Main stakeholders
– Leadership (Head of Finance, Group Finance controller etc.)
– GPOs
– Auditors – Internal, statutory, tax, etc.
– Close-to-Report and other finance teams
You
We are looking for a finance professional with 4+ years of relevant experience and a bachelor’s degree in accounting or related fields, with strong expertise in accounts payable, compliance, and stakeholder collaboration.
Moreover, you are a highly responsible and motivated individual who is thriving in a highly effective and innovative environment.
We look for the following in a candidate:
– In-depth knowledge of AP processes including invoice processing, payment runs, vendor master data management, expense management, and vendor reconciliations.
– Strong understanding of internal process controls, compliance frameworks, and adherence to SLAs and KPIs.
– Proven ability to collaborate effectively with vendors, cross-functional teams, and auditors.
– Skilled in tracking operational metrics, analyzing performance trends, and generating actionable insights to drive continuous process improvement.
– Familiarity with banking processes (offline and online), SWIFT codes, etc.
– Proficient in ERP systems like MSBC and EyeShare as well as Microsoft Office Suite, with a demonstrated ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively.
– Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a strong focus on stakeholder engagement and relationship management.
– Certifications like Lean and Six Sigma will be considered as an added advantage.