Chartered Accountant || Accounts Payable Manager || Kolkata

Skills: Accounts Payable

Designation: Manager

Location: Manager

Accounts Payable (AP) Management:

• Oversee daily operations of the accounts payable function including invoice processing, vendor reconciliations, and payment cycles.
• Review and approve vendor payments in accordance with organizational policies and credit terms.
• Monitor aging reports and ensure timely closure of open items.
• Handle vendor escalations and ensure strong vendor relationships.
• Coordinate with procurement, operations, and treasury teams for smooth processing.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, tax laws (TDS, GST), and audit requirements.

Financial Reporting:

• Lead the month-end and year-end financial closing process.
• Prepare and review financial statements including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Ensure timely submission of financial reports to management and regulatory bodies.
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors for financial audits.
• Implement and maintain accounting systems and controls in line with IND-AS/IFRS.
• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.

Compliance & Process Improvement:

• Drive automation and process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy in AP and reporting processes.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards, tax regulations, and financial best practices.
• Ensure adherence to SOX/Internal controls framework (if applicable).
• Support internal stakeholders with relevant MIS and financial analysis.

Additional skills:

• Chartered Accountant/Cost Accountant/MBA Finance
• Experience in working SAP/Oracle
• Team supervision
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines