Hiring: P2P SME / Team Leader (Accounts Payable)

Location: Chennai – One Magnum

Work Setup: 100% Work From Office

Experience: 5–8 Years

Band: BPO 3

Job Code: To be confirmed

Shift: Night Shift | 5:30 PM – 3:30 AM

Education: Graduation is mandatory

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced P2P SME / Team Leader with strong expertise in Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and end-to-end Accounts Payable operations. The ideal candidate should have experience managing a team of 10+ FTEs, handling global stakeholders, ensuring process compliance, and driving operational improvements.

Key Responsibilities

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• Review, process, and oversee invoice processing, including PO and Non-PO matching and exception handling.
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• Ensure timely vendor payments, manage payment runs, and conduct aged payable analysis.
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• Handle vendor escalations, vendor statement reconciliations, and follow-ups.
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• Monitor duplicate payment prevention controls and drive process improvements.
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• Support Travel & Expense (T&E) processing, compliance verification, and approval.
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• Conduct T&E audit reviews and internal quality control reviews.
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• Perform Accounts Payable research, reconciliation, and supplier statement analysis.
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• Review SOX reporting and ensure adherence to internal controls.
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• Organize periodic training sessions to keep team members updated on accounting policies, procedures, and client-specific changes.
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• Conduct client calls and meetings to discuss SLA compliance and process improvement plans.
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• Manage and mentor a team of 10+ FTEs while ensuring productivity and quality targets.
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• Coordinate with global stakeholders and ensure timely delivery within agreed deadlines.
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Required Qualifications & Skills

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• Graduation is compulsory.
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• 5–8 years of relevant experience in Finance, P2P, or Accounts Payable operations.
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• Strong understanding of end-to-end P2P and Accounts Payable processes.
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• Previous experience handling a team of 10+ FTEs.
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• Excellent knowledge of MS Excel and PowerPoint.
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• Good understanding of Oracle.
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• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
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• Excellent English communication skills (verbal and written).
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• Experience in client management and people management.
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• Prior experience in process transitions is preferred.
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• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage global stakeholders.
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• Strong interpersonal skills and result-oriented approach.
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Good to Have

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• Proficiency in MS Office tools.
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• Experience in process improvement and quality management.
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Important Hiring Criteria

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• Graduation is mandatory.
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• Current and former TCS/Tata employees are not eligible.
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• PAN and Date of Birth (DOB) will be required for employee profile creation in the database.
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