IndiGo - Manager - Finance & Accounts

- Manage and oversee the international accounts payable function (airport charges) including provisioning, invoice processing, approvals, and payments for overseas vendors.

- Lead AP team handling cross-border transactions in multiple currencies.

- Ensure accurate and timely processing of vendor invoices in SAP.

- Monitor payment cycles, manage cash flow planning, and ensure timely disbursements in line with credit terms to avoid any penal interest.

- Review and analyze vendor internageing reports and ensure timely resolution of outstanding items along with vendor reconciliations.

- Ensure compliance with local and international taxation laws (e.g., withholding tax, VAT/GST, etc.

- Collaborate with procurement, treasury, and business units for process alignment.

- Oversee month-end and year-end closing activities, including accruals, and audit support.

- Ensure internal controls are in place and support internal/external audit requirements.

- Drive process improvements and automation initiatives using SAP tools and workflows.

- Develop and report KPIs (e.g., DPO, payment accuracy, invoice cycle time).

Education: CA / MBA Finance / M.Com or equivalent.

Experience: 5 8 years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable, with at least 3 years in a managerial role handling international AP operations.

Technical Skills:

- Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA or ECC) especially FI module.

- Strong command of Excel, vendor reconciliation, and workflow management tools.

Other Skills:

- Deep understanding of multi-currency accounting, exchange rate impacts, and international payment regulations.

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills for dealing with global vendors and internal stakeholders.

Preferred Attributes:

- Exposure to automation tools (e.g., VIM, Ariba, Concur, etc.

- Ability to work across time zones and manage global processes.

- Strong analytical mindset and problem-solving orientation.