Accounts Payable Team Leader (India)

Lead and manage the AP processing team to meet operational deadlines and accuracy standards.
Oversee the end-to-end AP workflow, including invoice intake, coding, approvals, and payments. Monitor team performance and allocate tasks to meet processing timelines and month-end close schedules. Train and mentor team members on best practices, systems (e.g., Bill.com), and policy compliance. Ensure timely processing of all vendor invoices. Validate invoice accuracy, coding (GL, department, class, location), and adherence to internal controls. Manage recurring payments, prepaid expense recognition, and capital expenditures. Escalate exceptions, discrepancies, and vendor queries. Oversee AP month-end close activities including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting. Review and resolve sync errors between AP systems (e.g., Bill.com to Netsuite). Prepare and support audit documentation related to AP transactions and processes. Contribute to special projects and ad hoc reporting as assigned by AP Manager or Finance leadership. Respond to all inquiries from vendors and internal business partners in a timely and professional manner. Prepare and manage annual 1099 reporting, ensuring accurate classification and tax compliance. Ensure AP policies, procedures, and controls are followed consistently. Assist with implementing process improvements and automation initiatives.