Accounts Payable Expert/Team Lead

Responsibilities

- Deliver high-quality books efficiently for our customers (for US based clients)

- Ensure that all vendor invoices and credit notes are processed in an accurate and time efficient manner.

- Review, analyze and report on invoice and claim discrepancies Implement business change in accordance with plans

- Own and drive cost transparency, audit and analysis Own and be accountable for accurate cost data

- Own and be accountable for cost reporting (Vendor Statements, Reconciliations)

- Ensure review of urgent payments is done in accordance with the global guidelines

- Ensure overall AP controlling process adheres to the Global Standards set by the organisation

- Establishment of and follow up on relevant financial measurements for AP departments/teams/individuals

- Proactive identify, analyze and evaluate potential financial risks/upsides and mitigate these with relevant stakeholders

- Coordinate with internal as well as external stakeholders to ensure local, global and legal requirements are met

- Participate in and support improvement projects Set up a Control assurance framework to ensure compliance and reporting to standing orders and system of controls over AP accounting transactions

- Follow accounting policies and procedures Stay informed on industry developments and changes in regulations

Skills Required:

- Good IT skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, Access)

- Have an Associate's degree in accounting or business administration, or equivalent business experience

- Graduate qualified accountant with strong academic background

- Demonstrable track record in a similarly complex role

- Experience in Quickbooks, Bill.com , Plooto, Melio , Routable would be advantageous

- Experience in logistics business would be advantageous

- Knowledge of bookkeeping and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

- Advanced MS Excel knowledge (familiarity with formulas, VLOOKUPs and pivot tables)

- Have excellent communication skills, both in person and in writing

- Excellent analytical skills with an attention to detail

- Integrity, with an ability to handle confidential information

- Experience and comfort with phone support a plus

- Experience working in a fast-paced, multi-context startup environment

- Ability to work with limited supervision in a dynamic small office environment

- Must act independently and demonstrate effective conflict resolution skills

- Can quickly learn to navigate current and new systems and tools

- Open to working for rotational shifts as needed Perks (India)

- Work in a beautiful office space in the heart of Pune

- This is a full-time position

- Yearly pay will be as per market standards for the profile

- Meals and snacks are on us! Enjoy lunch with your amazing co-workers every day

- Relocation expenses will be taken care by us if you are moving to Pune

Qualifications & Experience:

- Qualification: B.Com / MBA