Process Associate - Accounts Payable

Job description

**Job Description Accounts Payable (AP) Executive** **Location:** Bangur Business Excellence Centre (BBEC), Kolkata **Role Overview** We are seeking skilled Accounts Payable professionals to join our centralized Shared Services team at BBEC, Kolkata. The incumbent will be responsible for managing end-to-end AP operations including invoice processing, approvals and payments in a high-volume, process-driven environment. The role requires strong attention to detail, adherence to SLAs, and a continuous improvement mindset. **Key Responsibilities** **1. Invoice Processing & Payments** - Process vendor invoices accurately and within defined TAT - Manage invoice validation, approvals and posting in ERP systems - Execute timely vendor payments in line with payment cycles and controls **2. Reconciliation & Close Activities** - Perform vendor account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies - Support sub-ledger and general ledger reconciliations - Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities **3. Compliance & Controls** - Ensure adherence to company policies, internal controls and statutory requirements - Maintain audit-ready documentation and support internal/external audits - Ensure proper accounting treatments and compliance with financial guidelines **4. Process Excellence & Transformation** - Identify process inefficiencies and recommend improvements - Support automation and digital initiatives (RPA, AI-enabled workflows) - Ensure compliance with SOPs and update documentation as required **5. Data Management & Systems** - Maintain accurate and up-to-date transactional records in ERP systems - Ensure data integrity and proper documentation within systems **Candidate Profile** **Educational Qualification** - Master’s/ Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance or Accounting - Professional qualifications (CA Inter / CMA Inter) preferred but not mandatory **Experience** - 4 to 7 years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable / Finance Operations in a manufacturing setup. - Experience in Shared Services or high-volume transactional environments preferred - Designation will be aligned to experience and capability **Technical Skills** - Hands-on experience with SAP HANA (mandatory) - Strong working knowledge of MS Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, data handling), MS Word and MS Powerpoint. - Exposure to platforms such as OpenText, Ariba, Newgen, Coupa, Basware or other invoice automation and workflow tools will be an advantage. **Core Competencies** - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - High attention to detail and accuracy - Effective communication and stakeholder management - Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment - Team-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset **Work Environment** - Full-time, work-from-office role (Shared Services setup) - Performance-driven environment with focus on SLAs, TAT and accuracy metrics - Regular interaction with internal stakeholders, vendors and cross-functional teams **Key Success Metrics** - Invoice processing accuracy and turnaround time - Vendor reconciliation effectiveness - SLA adherence and productivity metrics - Audit compliance and error-free processing - Contribution to process improvement initiatives **Additional Notes for Recruitment Agencies** - Candidates with prior experience in shared services / GBS environments will be preferred - Immediate / short notice candidates may be prioritized - Strong system exposure and process discipline are critical evaluation criteria - Salary band should be commensurate with the experience.