Team Lead

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES :  Oversee AP operations: Manage the daily activities of the accounts payable department, ensuring invoices are processed, verified, and paid accurately and on time.  Manage the AP team: Hire, train, and supervise staff, assign tasks, and monitor performance of the team members  Approve payments: Review and approve payment runs, expense reports, and other financial transactions.  Reconciliation and reporting: Reconcile vendor liability account & statements,corporate credit card accounts, statutories (TDS, GST, etc…) Prepare and analyze AP reports, including aged payables and cash flow forecasts.  Process improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and implement process improvements and automation.  Support financial closing: Assist with month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing processes and support audits.  Maintain financial records: Ensure all financial records are accurate, complete, and organized. KEY SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION  Technical Skills:  Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and accounting principles  Proficiency with accounting software, ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) & AP Processors.  Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel for analysis and reporting. SOFT SKILLS  Excellent leadership and team management abilities.  Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.  Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.  Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE  Typically requires a Bachelor's / Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.  Rich experience in accounts payable, with at least five years in a supervisory or management role.  CA – FOUNDATION / INTER / FINALIST also can apply with good exposure in Accounts Payable