Assistant Manager-Accounts Payable

About the Role

The Assistant Manager - Accounts Payable will be responsible for managing the end-to-end accounts payable function including the cross-border environment, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices, reconciliations, and compliance with company policies and accounting standards. The role requires strong coordination with procurement, treasury, operations, and vendors to maintain efficient financial operations and internal controls.

 Key Responsibilities

• Review, verify, and process supplier invoices, debit notes, credit notes.
• Ensure invoices are properly supported with proper documents.
• Monitor payable aging and ensure timely settlement of vendor payments.
• Maintain accurate vendor ledgers and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Perform monthly AP reconciliations and closing activities.
• Coordinate with vendors regarding invoice submissions, payment status, and account
• reconciliations.
• Liaise with procurement and operational teams to resolve invoice mismatches and disputes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes related to payables.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, VAT/TAX regulations, and audit requirements.
• Assist in preparation of schedules and documents for statutory and internal audits.
• Maintain proper documentation and filing of AP-related records.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and approval matrix.
• Monitor compliance with delegated authority and payment controls.
• Provide guidance, training, and support to junior team members.
• Allocate tasks and monitor team performance to ensure deadlines are met.

 Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• CA (CC) / ACCA / CMA partly qualified or qualified candidates will be preferred.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable, Finance, or Accounting.
• Experience in accounting systems (Xero, Zoho Book, QuickBooks, etc.) will be an advantage.
• Prior experience in startups, shared service environments, or large corporate organizations preferred.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and accounting principles.
• Good knowledge of VAT, tax deduction at source, and compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.
• Strong analytical, reconciliation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage deadlines and work under pressure.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Leadership and team management capability.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

  What We Offer

• Competitive salary per month (based on experience).
• A collaborative and innovation-driven work culture.
• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge data tools in the digital transportation industry.
• Career growth and learning opportunities within a fast-growing organization.
• Festival bonuses and other benefits as per company policy.