Accounts Payable Specialist - Purchase Management

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Manager Accounts Payable to manage end-to-end AP operations in a fast-paced e-commerce gifting environment. The role requires strong hands-on expertise in inventory-heavy operations, Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes, vendor management, and team handling. The ideal candidate should be detail-oriented, process-driven, and comfortable working with high transaction volumes.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & P2P Operations

• Manage the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycle, including vendor onboarding, invoice processing, GRN matching, and payments
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices with proper compliance
• Handle inventory-related accounting, including reconciliation with warehouse and operations teams
• Oversee vendor reconciliations and resolve discrepancies efficiently
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and statutory requirements

Inventory & Operations Accounting

• Work closely with operations, supply chain, and warehouse teams on inventory accounting
• Monitor inventory-related AP entries, accruals, and provisions
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities related to AP and inventory

Team Management

• Manage, mentor, and review the work of the AP team
• Allocate tasks, monitor performance, and ensure adherence to SLAs
• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives where possible

Systems & Reporting

• Maintain accurate books in Tally ERP
• Prepare AP ageing reports, MIS, and management dashboards
• Support audits (internal & external) by providing required documentation

Stakeholder & Vendor Management

• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders

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• Act as a point of escalation for AP-related issues
• Communicate clearly with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable & P2P processes
• Hands-on experience in inventory and ops-heavy environments (e-commerce preferred)
• Proficiency in Tally Accounting Software
• Experience in team handling and people management
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reconciliation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work under pressure and manage high transaction volumes