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Accounts Payable Executive

Gurugram

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About the Role

We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Executive to support our global finance operations. This role involves managing the end-to-end accounts payable process, including timely processing of supplier invoices, employee expense claims, vendor setup and maintenance and execution of payments across multiple regions.
The ideal candidate will bring experience in global accounts payable operations, strong vendor relationship management skills and a solid understanding of financial controls and compliance requirements in a global environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Accurately process supplier invoices, credit notes and employee expenses in the financial system (Peoplesoft)
  • Set up and maintain vendor accounts, ensuring complete documentation and proper authorization.
  • Verify and update bank details and payment instructions securely.
  • Ensure timely execution of payment runs, including weekly, bi-weekly and ad-hoc payments.
  • Respond to internal and external queries regarding invoices, payments, and vendor data.
  • Collaborate with global finance teams to support regional operations and ensure consistency.
  • Reconcile accounts payable balances and assist in month-end closing activities.
  • Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance process efficiency and accuracy. Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications & Skills

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience in accounts payable or finance operations, preferably in a multinational environment.
  • Experience working with multiple currencies and global payment processes is a plus.

Technical Skills:

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (PeopleSoft experience is an advantage).
  • Solid understanding of accounts payable processes, financial controls, and basic accounting principles including double-entry bookkeeping.

Tax & Compliance Knowledge:

  • Familiarity with global tax documentation such as India TDS, GST, and US forms (W-9, W-8BEN) is preferred.

Interpersonal & Communication Skills:

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across global teams and perform under pressure in a deadline-driven environment.

 

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What we offer

Our benefits package is designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance. It includes a highly competitive pension or 401(k) plan, private health insurance, and 24/7 access to counselling and wellbeing resources through our Employee Assistance Program.

We also offer a range of lifestyle benefits, including our Work From Anywhere program, which allows you to work from any location where you have the legal right to do so for up to 25 days per year. In addition, we provide generous annual and parental leave, as well as dedicated days off for volunteering and even for moving home.

You will also be given free access to all The Economist content, including an online subscription, our range of apps, podcasts and more.

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