Assistant Manager​/Deputy Manager - Accounts Payable

Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience).
3-5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable or related accounting roles, with progressive responsibility.
Strong working knowledge of invoice processing, accounting practices in Tally Prime, and proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Experience working in high-volume and compliance-driven environments.
Ability to meet deadlines, manage priorities effectively, and work independently.
Excellent communication skills, including professional email etiquette and strong customer service orientation.

Invoice & Payment Processing:

Supervise end-to-end payment processes, including invoice verification, uploads, and payment runs.
Ensure timely and accurate processing of all vendor invoices.
Maintain and update vendor master data with complete documentation and robust internal controls.
Ensure strict compliance with internal policies, audit requirements, and statutory norms including MSME, GST, and TDS.
Prepare and review AP ageing reports, vendor reconciliations, outstanding balances, and advance statements.
Handle fixed asset accounting, capitalization, and depreciation processes.

Finalization and Monthly Closing:

Support month-end and year-end closing activities including AP accruals, expense reconciliations, prepaid schedules, and financial reporting inputs.
Prepare accurate and timely provisions and ensure proper recording in the ERP system.
Conduct variance analysis, trend analysis, and prepare PL and balance sheet schedules related to expenses.
Coordinate with internal and statutory auditors by providing required data and resolving related queries.

Process Improvement & Systems:

Lead process improvement initiatives, including automation projects and ERP enhancements.
Serve as a business lead for ERP/AP system upgrades or new implementations.
Analyse AP data to identify trends, cash-flow impacts, and opportunities for process improvement.