Manager, Accounts Payable

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and commercially aware Manager, Finance & Accounts to lead project accounting and financial governance across the portfolio of workplace interiors and office Design & Build projects. You will work closely with the AVP, Finance & Accounts to drive cost discipline, ensure accurate and timely billing, strengthen internal controls, and support the company's growth with robust financial reporting and project-level visibility.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Tracking & Vendor Management

• Raise Purchase Orders and share with vendors via email; reconcile POs on a weekly basis.
• Process vendor bills in the accounting software after necessary approvals.
• Track retention money, advances, and mobilization advances across projects.
• Coordinate with vendors on payment status and reconciliation of company and vendor ledgers.

Budgeting & Cost Control

• Create and maintain project-wise budgets in line with contract terms.
• Track actual vs. budgeted costs and proactively flag cost overruns.
• Monitor capex and opex across each project and centre.
• Verify vendor invoices against BOQs, contracts, and milestone completion.

Billing & Revenue Management

• Prepare project-wise client invoices as per contract terms and milestones.
• Ensure timely raising of invoices aligned to project progress.
• Track unbilled revenue and follow up for necessary approvals.

Reporting & Stakeholder Management

• Prepare project-wise MIS reports covering Cost vs. Budget, Billing vs. Collection, and Unbilled Revenue.
• Share periodic reports with Management and Project Heads.
• Act as the finance SPOC for assigned projects, ensuring close coordination with the Projects and Procurement teams.
• Maintain complete and audit-ready project documentation, including contracts, BOQs, and invoices.

Compliance & Statutory Governance

• Ensure correct TDS and GST classification for all project-related transactions.
• Verify GST on inward and outward invoices.
• Support GST returns, reconciliations, and audits related to projects.
• Maintain the Fixed Assets Register and manage Fixed Asset creation.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• 7-10 years of experience in project accounting within construction, fit-out, or coworking environments.
• Strong understanding of project costing, billing, GST, TDS, and MIS reporting.
• Proven ability to manage multiple project timelines with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with Projects, Procurement, and Management stakeholders.