Associate Financial Accountant

The Accounts Payable professional is responsible for timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, employee reimbursements, and payments while ensuring compliance with company policies, internal controls, and statutory requirements. The role supports month-end closing, audit requirements, and effective vendor relationship management.

Key Roles and Responsibilities: SAP knowledge is must, candidate Invoice Processing Process vendor invoices accurately and within defined turnaround time (TAT) Perform 3-way / 2-way matching (Invoice, PO, GRN) Validate invoices for GST/VAT, withholding tax, and statutory compliance Handle invoice discrepancies and coordinate with procurement/business teams Payment Processing Prepare and process vendor payments (NEFT/RTGS/Checks/ACH) Ensure timely payments to avoid late fees and maintain supplier relationships Reconcile payment batches and resolve payment failures Vendor Management Maintain and update vendor master data in ERP systems Resolve vendor queries related to invoices, payments, and statements Perform vendor statement reconciliations Month-End & Reporting Support month-end close activities and accrual posting Prepare AP aging reports and trackers Assist in reconciliations of AP sub-ledger to GL KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable processes Understanding of accounting principles Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle etc.) Proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables preferred) Good communication and problem‑solving skills Ability to work under tight deadlines. ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in commerce / finance / accounting REQUIRED EXPERIENCE CA Inter / CMA / MBA (Finance) preferred 2–6 years of relevant experience in Financial Accounting (preferably in MNC/shared services) PHYSICAL requirements Primarily sitting with some walking, standing, and bending. Able to hear and speak into a telephone. Close visual work on a computer terminal. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required to operate computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments Work conditions & other requirements This position is expected to be remote for the foreseeable future with an occasional need to be onsite in a shared work environment. Must have flexible work schedule to accommodate across global business hours Travel will be required, up to 10%. S SAP knowledge is must, candidate Invoice Processing Process vendor invoices accurately and within defined turnaround time (TAT) Perform 3-way / 2-way matching (Invoice, PO, GRN) Validate invoices for GST/VAT, withholding tax, and statutory compliance Handle invoice discrepancies and coordinate with procurement/business teams Payment Processing Prepare and process vendor payments (NEFT/RTGS/Checks/ACH) Ensure timely payments to avoid late fees and maintain supplier relationships Reconcile payment batches and resolve payment failures Vendor Management Maintain and update vendor master data in ERP systems Resolve vendor queries related to invoices, payments, and statements Perform vendor statement reconciliations Month-End & Reporting Support month-end close activities and accrual posting Prepare AP aging reports and trackers Assist in reconciliations of AP sub-ledger to GL KNOWLEDGE & ATTRIBUTES Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable processes Understanding of accounting principles Hands‑on experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle etc.) Proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables preferred) Good communication and problem‑solving skills Ability to work under tight deadlines. ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS & CERTIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in commerce / finance / accounting REQUIRED EXPERIENCE CA Inter / CMA / MBA (Finance) preferred 2–6 years of relevant experience in Financial Accounting (preferably in MNC/shared services) PHYSICAL requirements Primarily sitting with some walking, standing, and bending. Able to hear and speak into a telephone. Close visual work on a computer terminal. Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate any required to operate computer keyboard, mouse, and other technical instruments Work conditions & other requirements This position is expected to be remote for the foreseeable future with an occasional need to be onsite in a shared work environment. Must have flexible work schedule to accommodate across global business hours Travel will be required, up to 10%.