Designation: Associate (Fixed term contract)
Location: Kolkata (100% work from office)
Skills: Accounts Payable
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.