Job Description

Role

: Accounts Payable Team Lead

Skill

: Accounts Payable

Experience

: 5 year to 7 years

Job Location

: Bangalore

Shift

: 11 am - 2am -Multiple shifts-Flexible shift timings

Education:

Minimum 15 years of regular, full-time education (10 + 2 + 3) Non-technical graduation in finance & accounts stream- B.Com, M.Com or similar

Role Summary:

The Accounts Payable Team Lead is responsible for managing the AP team to ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices, payments, and compliance with company policies. This role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to drive process improvements while maintaining vendor relationships and supporting audit requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

o Supervise and mentor the AP team, ensuring high performance and adherence to SLAs. o Allocate tasks, monitor progress, and resolve escalations promptly.
o Oversee accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices and employee expense claims. o Ensure compliance with company policies, tax regulations, and accounting standards. o Manage payment runs and ensure proper approvals.
Act as the primary point of contact for vendor queries and dispute resolution. Maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders. Implement and monitor internal controls to prevent fraud and errors. Support internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation. Prepare AP aging reports, payment forecasts, and KPI dashboards. Analyze trends and recommend process improvements. Collaborate with IT/Finance teams to optimize AP systems (ERP, workflow tools). Train team members in new processes and tools.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field. 5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role. Strong knowledge of AP processes, tax regulations, and compliance requirements. Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Service Now, etc.) and MS Excel Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Location

Bengaluru

Job Function

BUSINESS PROCESS SERVICES

Role

Lead

Job Id

385783

Desired Skills

Finance and Accounting
Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

: BACHELOR OF COMMERCE