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Accounts Payable Executive Location: Kolkata, India Role Description: We are seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Executive to manage and oversee the company's payment processes. The role involves handling invoices, verifying transactions, ensuring timely payments, and maintaining financial records. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of accounting, excellent organizational skills, and experience in accounts payable operations within a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: · Invoice Processing & Verification – Review and process supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies · Payments & Reconciliation – Prepare and execute payments to vendors, reconcile accounts payable ledgers, and resolve discrepancies. · Vendor Management – Maintain good relationships with suppliers, address payment queries, and negotiate payment terms when necessary. · Expense & Compliance Management – Ensure all transactions comply with tax regulations, internal controls · Reporting & Documentation – Generate reports on accounts payable aging, cash flow projections, and maintain accurate financial records. · Cross-Department Coordination – Work closely with procurement, finance, and operations teams to ensure smooth processing of payables. Preferred Candidate Profile: The ideal candidate is a seasoned finance professional with a strong background in accounts payable, bringing over 8 years of hands-on experience in managing end-to-end AP processes in fast-paced business environments. With a degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, they are well-versed in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or QuickBooks, and can adapt quickly to new financial technologies. They possess a sharp eye for detail, strong analytical thinking, and the ability to troubleshoot discrepancies efficiently. Excellent communication skills and a diplomatic approach to vendor interactions are key to their success. The candidate should also be comfortable managing high-volume transactions, ensuring compliance with internal controls, and collaborating closely with procurement and finance teams to streamline payment cycles and optimize working capital. Qualifications & Skills: · Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. · 8+ years of experience in accounts payable or finance-related roles. · Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, QuickBooks, or similar ERP systems). · Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and problem-solving skills. · Excellent communication and vendor negotiation abilities. Show more Show less
