Assistant Manager - Accounts Payable - Global Service Centre

Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable operations for the UK region ensuring timely invoice processing, payment, and monthly closing with MIS reporting.

Ensure compliance with SLA, accounting policies, internal controls, and SOX requirements while handling vendor reconciliations and discrepancy resolutions.

Supervise and guide the AP team, drive process improvements through automation and ERP enhancements, and support audit requests related to AP.

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce; CA Inter / MBA Finance / equivalent preferred.

8–14 years of experience in Accounts Payable or Finance Operations, preferably in Shared Services / Global Business Services environment.

Proficiency in ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics/Navision/Business Central and MS Excel.

Strong knowledge of AP processes including invoice matching, vendor reconciliation, payment processing, and understanding of internal controls and compliance.

Experienced in managing complex AP operations with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery in a global/shared services context.

Skilled at stakeholder management and coordination across Procurement, Operations, Business, and Finance to resolve disputes and ensure data integrity.

Demonstrates leadership in supervising teams, driving continuous improvement, and supporting automation/digital initiatives in AP processes.