Accounts Payable Lead

Role Overview: You will be responsible for maintaining banks, purchase and expense entries, and reconciling bank and supplier statements. Additionally, ensuring the accuracy and precision of AP and Bank ledger data will be a key part of your role. Key Responsibilities: - Manage day-to-day activities within the team including invoice processing, vendor mailbox management, and reporting. - Review Vendor Reconciliation and perform AP quality checks. - Monitor and manage workflow or daily targets to assure timely delivery of agreed SLAs. - Perform quality checks on the deliverables before sending them to clients. - Respond to clients on any process-related queries and manage 1st level escalations. - Develop AP processes to improve team productivity and quality. - Participate in new pilot projects and work towards proper transition of knowledge to the team. - Supervise and train junior staff or new trainees, encouraging good follow-up skills and work ethic. - Create backups for all tasks. - Track and maintain metrics for various data including attendance and productivity. - Work with the manager to resolve any personnel problems or conflicts that may arise in the team. - Perform follow-up work as needed, in addition to administrative responsibilities. Month-End and Year-End Activities: - Reconcile vendor statements, GIRIR clearing, and Debit balances. - Manage multiple partners, both internal and external. - Supervise and guide your team in daily activities. - Responsible for creating process documentation for new activities and maintaining existing documentation. - Assist the team with ad hoc projects as needed. - Ensure compliance with internal control procedures, company policies, and relevant regulatory requirements. Additional Details: As a Team Leader, you will also coordinate with the Treasury or Finance team for cash flow management and funding requirements. Qualifications Required: - 8+ years of experience in an MNC or Large Organisation. - Previous experience in AP in both Indian and global environments. - Experience with Accounting Software such as SAP or others. - Experience in Concur & Corporate Credit Card Programme. - Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on detail and accuracy. - Ability to work independently as part of a team. - Ability to complete work on schedule and meet organizational goals. - Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.,