Requisition Id: 1743105

As a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to help build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom. At EY, we don't just focus on who you are now, but who you can become. We believe that it's your career and It's yours to build which means potential here is limitless and we'll provide you with motivating and fulfilling experiences throughout your career to help you on the path to becoming your best professional self.

The opportunity : Manager-TMT-Business Consulting PI-CNS - BC - FINANCE - Chennai

TMT :

Industry convergence offers TMT (Technology, Media & Entertainment, and Telecommunications) organizations the chance to evolve and transform, but it also presents challenges around competitiveness and delivering agile corporate strategies for growth. Content distributors are transforming into content producers, service providers are becoming tech companies, technology companies are the catalyst for dramatic change in every sector, and customers want the latest innovations now.

We help TMT companies create compelling employee and customer experiences, retaining skills and talent while achieving enterprise-wide operational excellence. We help them protect their data, brand and reputation. We also enable the pursuit of M&A strategies that systematically create value, reduce risk and transform TMT companies into powerhouses that will lead the technology revolution of the future – building a better working world for all.

CNS - BC - FINANCE :

EY Consulting is building a better working world by transforming businesses through the power of people, technology and innovation. Our client-centric approach focuses on driving long-term value for our clients by solving their most strategic problems. EY Consulting is made up of three sub-service lines: Business Consulting (including Performance Improvement and Risk Consulting), Technology Consulting and People Advisory Services.

Business Consulting works with clients to reimagine or transform their business purpose and model; create growth; manage cost and efficiency; respond to market pressures and regulation; and resolve operational challenges. The scope of this team encompasses innovation, strategy and purpose, through deep functional experience in business transformation, finance, supply chain and operations, providing support for the complex and large-scale program and portfolio management.

It has multiple fields of play such as:

Finance Consulting - helps assess and transform our clients finance function to improve performance and effectiveness. We help organizations implement service and cost improvement initiatives, and embed a performance management process and culture that unites the business around its core objectives.

Business Transformation - a multidisciplinary competency, gathering capabilities in transformation architecture, experience design, business design and transformation execution to problem-solve, design and deliver large scale, multi-year, multi-stakeholder transformation programs.

Supply Chain and Operations - we provide a unique combination of industry-specific, strategic, operational and financial insights, digital technology advances and strategic alliance partners to deliver better outcomes and also help clients effect fundamental change in their operations performance to support sales growth, become more cost competitive, minimize risk and ensure operational resilience.

Your Key Responsibilities

Technical Excellence

Role Profile JOB TITLE Manager – Procure to Pay JOB SUMMARY This role is responsible for leading end-to-end PTP operations, including vendor master management, invoice and payment processing and related activities. The role oversees service delivery against SLAs and KPIs, strengthens controls and audit compliance, manages operational and transition risks, and drives process improvement and automation. It also leads team performance and capability development while working with internal and external stakeholders to resolve issues and support evolving business requirements. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead PTP operations, oversee vendor master management, invoice processing, and inventory processes, as well as P&L management.
Lead the PTP team, manage team operations, foster employee development, engage stakeholders, and ensure service delivery excellence.
Nurture a culture of excellence and accountability within the team, provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities to enhance skill sets and drive career progression.
Leverage AP reporting and performance insights to identify trends, optimize process and support decision-making.
Streamline business processes and documentation, including the establishment and monitoring of KPIs and metrics.
Continuously monitor SLAs, conduct team presentations, and spearhead process quality enhancement initiatives.
Identify and implement automation solutions to optimize processes, reduce turnaround time, and enhance efficiency.
Solicit feedback from internal and external stakeholders, drive process refinements based on insights gathered.
Mitigate technical, financial, and scheduling risks associated with the transition process.
Collaborate with SOX, Statutory, and internal auditors to ensure compliance and address audit requirements.
Proactively stay abreast of regulatory changes and industry best practices, implement robust compliance frameworks, and conduct regular audits to mitigate risks and uphold ethical standards.
Effectively manage change initiatives, communicate vision and objectives, address resistance, and empower employees to embrace change and adapt to evolving business requirements.
Oversee Accounts Payable payment operations, including payment planning and execution, exception management, banking issue resolution, T&E and adherence to payment controls and timelines.
Manage team performance, workload allocation and capability development to support consistent P2P delivery.
Drive process improvements by identifying recurring issues and implementing sustainable corrective actions. ROLE-SPECIFIC SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES Skills/Experience
Graduate with 8-12 years of experience in P2P.
Strong knowledge of end-to-end P2P and Accounts including payments, reconciliations and exception Payable processes.
Experience in vendor management, query resolution, aged-item monitoring and stakeholder coordination across business and support teams.
Proven ability to manage teams, allocate workloads, coach employees and deliver against SLAs and KPIs.
Strong communication skills for negotiation & reconciliation.
Self-motivated.
Commercially focused with a strong Client service approach.
Strong experience in People Management.
Adept in managing & leading teams for running successful process operations and experience of developing procedures & service standards for business excellence.
An effective communicator with excellent relationship building & interpersonal skills with proficiency in explaining complex financial data.
Sound understanding of internal controls, delegated authority, audit requirements and compliance within the P2P cycle.
Strong knowledge of end-to-end Accounts Payable processes, including invoice validation, PO matching, reconciliations, and exception handling.
Ability to manage supplier queries, prioritize aging items, and meet agreed turnaround times and service-level requirements.

Skills And Attributes

To qualify for the role you must have

Qualification

Bachelor of Commerce
Master of Business Administration

Experience

Financial Analysis (3+ years)

What We Look For

People with the ability to work in a collaborative manner to provide services across multiple client departments while following the commercial and legal requirements. You will need a practical approach to solving issues and complex problems with the ability to deliver insightful and practical solutions. We look for people who are agile, curious, mindful, and able to sustain positive energy, while being adaptable and creative in their approach.

What We Offer

Fuelled by the brilliance of our people, EY has emerged as the strongest brand and the most attractive employer in our field, with market-leading growth over competitors. Our people work side-by-side with market-leading entrepreneurs, game-changers, disruptors, and visionaries. As an organization, we are investing more time, technology, and money than ever before in skills and learning for our people. At EY, you will have a personalized Career Journey and also the chance to tap into the resources of our career frameworks to better know about your roles, skills, and opportunities.

EY is equally committed to being an inclusive employer, and we strive to achieve the right balance for our people—enabling us to deliver excellent client service while allowing our people to build their careers as well as focus on their wellbeing.

If you can confidently demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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Manager - Business Consulting PI - TMT - CNS - BC - FINANCE - Chennai