Manager Finance& Accounts - AP

Qualification:

• Chartered Accountant (CA) – Qualified / CA Inter
• 5-8 years of relevant post-qualification experience (preferably in a corporate or large organization)

Key Responsibilities:

1. Invoice Review and Approval

• Scrutinize vendor invoices for accuracy, compliance with company policies, and GST provisions
• Ensure timely processing and approval of invoices in coordination with Accounts Payable and Procurement
• Verify PO and Non-PO based invoices and highlight discrepancies
• Ensure appropriate TDS and GST deduction/compliance before approval

2. Query Resolution (Internal & External)

• Act as a point of contact for resolving audit-related and internal process queries
• Liaise with SCM, Taxation, Legal, and Operations teams for clarifications and closure of open points
• Handle queries from Statutory, Internal, and Tax auditors with prompt and accurate responses
• Maintain proper documentation of queries raised and resolved for audit trail

3. Assistance in Finalization of Accounts

• Support in month-end and year-end closing activities
• Prepare and review AP related schedules, ledger scrutiny, and account reconciliations
• Coordinate with auditors for the AP related schedules for timely completion of audits (Statutory/Tax/Internal)

4. Compliance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and SOPs
• Identify process gaps and suggest improvements to strengthen controls
• Support in documentation and implementation of internal audit recommendations

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, GST, TDS, and IND AS
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems (Oracle/SAP preferred)
• Attention to detail with strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• Ability to work under pressure and adhere to timelines