Accounting Analyst (AP)

BNI Global; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 450,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

BNI Global in Bengaluru, India, is seeking an Accounting Analyst (AP) to support the Senior Accountant by handling accounts payable activities and maintaining key schedules for prepaids, fixed assets, and intangible assets.

You will ensure timely invoice processing, vendor support, reconciliations, and documentation for month-end close, audits, and reporting, while upholding internal controls and data confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable or accounting operations.
• Working knowledge of general ledger concepts and accounting principles.
• Experience processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and maintaining schedules.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/accounting systems.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and ability to meet recurring deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication; able to resolve vendor queries professionally.
• Ability to use approved AI-enabled tools to improve processes while maintaining data confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process vendor invoices accurately with proper GL coding, approvals, and documentation.
• Manage AP mailbox, track invoices, and route items within timelines.
• Follow up on outstanding approvals and missing documentation.
• Respond to vendor inquiries about invoice status, payments, and discrepancies.
• Support vendor payment processing and resolve payment exceptions.
• Maintain vendor master data including tax forms and banking details.
• Prepare vendor statement reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and maintain fixed asset and intangible asset schedules (depreciation, amortization).
• Prepare and maintain prepaid schedules for review.
• Support month-end close and reporting with AP reconciliations and accruals.
• Assist with audit requests and maintain records per policy.
• Support process improvements and AI-enabled enhancements to increase efficiency.

Skills

Accounts payable

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP system

Accounting software

Job description

Position Summary

The Accounting Analyst (AP) supports the Senior Accountant by executing accounts payable activities and maintaining key accounting schedules related to prepaids, fixed assets, and intangible assets. The role ensures accurate and timely invoice processing, vendor support, reconciliations, and financial record maintenance while providing operational support for month-end close, audit activities, and reporting requirements. This position contributes to the integrity of financial data, compliance with internal controls, and efficient execution of the organization’s accounting processes.

Job Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable Processing:Process vendor invoices accurately andtimely, ensuring proper general ledger coding,requiredapprovals, supporting documentation, and compliance with company policies.
• AP Mailbox Management:Monitor and manage the Accounts Payable mailbox, organize incoming requests, track pending invoices, and ensure items are routed and addressed within established timelines.
• Approval Follow-Up:Follow up with business stakeholders on outstanding invoice approvals and missing documentation to prevent processing and payment delays.
• Vendor Communication:Respond to vendor inquiriesregardinginvoice status, payments, account discrepancies, andrequiredsupporting information ina timelyand professional manner.
• Payment Support:Support vendor payment processing, including preparation and validation of payment documentation and resolution of payment exceptions.
• Vendor Records:Maintainaccuratevendor records and supporting documentation, including tax forms, banking information, and other required vendor master data.
• Reconciliations and Exceptions:Prepare vendor statement reconciliations, research unmatched invoices and payments, and resolve account discrepancies and aged items.
• Fixed and Intangible Assets:Prepare andmaintainfixed asset and intangible asset accounting schedules, including additions, disposals, transfers, depreciation, and amortization support for Senior Accountant review.
• Prepaid Accounting:Prepare andmaintainprepaid accounting schedules and supporting documentation for Senior Accountant review.
• Close and Reporting Support:Support month-end and year-end close activities by preparing AP reconciliations, accrual support, prepaid schedules, fixed asset and intangible asset schedules, and related documentation for Senior Accountant review.
• Controls and Audit Support:Assist with audit requests andmaintainrecordsin accordance withcompany accounting policies, internal controls, and documentation standards.
• Process Improvement and Digital Fluency:Support process, system, automation, and approved AI-enabled improvements that increase efficiency, improve data accuracy, and strengthen Accounts Payable controls while protecting confidential information.
• Anyadditionalduties needed to helpdemonstrateour core values, drive our vision, and fulfill our mission.

Success Metrics

• Accurate andtimelyprocessing and coding of vendor invoices with complete approvals and supporting documentation.
• Consistent monitoring of the AP mailbox andtimelyresolution of pending invoices, approval requests, and vendor inquiries.
• On-time completion of assigned AP, prepaid, fixed asset, intangible asset, close, and reporting deliverables.
• Accurate prepaid, fixed asset, and intangible asset schedules requiring minimal review adjustments.
• Reduction in overdue invoices, payment exceptions, unreconciled vendor items, and unresolved AP discrepancies through proactive follow-up.
• Complete and audit-ready documentation thatcomplies withcompany policies and internal control requirements.
• Effective support and collaboration with vendors, internal stakeholders, the Senior Accountant, and the broader Finance team.

Competencies

• Accountability
• Digital Fluency
• Financial Acumen
• Process Management
• Problem Solving
• Relationship Building
• Technical Proficiency

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, ora relatedfield.
• 2+ years of experience in accounts payable, accounting operations, bookkeeping, ora relatedaccounting role.
• Working knowledge of general ledger concepts and accounting principles.
• Experience processing invoices, reconciling accounts, andmaintainingaccounting schedules or financial records.
• Experience preparing supporting documentation for month-end close or audit review.
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Excel and experience working in an ERP or accounting system.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, follow-through, and ability to manage recurring deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with the ability to resolve routine vendor and stakeholder questions professionally.
• Ability to use approved AI-enabled and automation tools responsibly to support research, documentation, reconciliations, and process efficiency whilemaintainingdata confidentiality.

Preferred

• Experience supporting month-end close activities.
• Experiencemaintainingprepaid, fixed asset, or intangible asset schedules.
• Experience working in a multi-entity, franchise, membership, or international environment.
• Experience supporting process improvements, system enhancements, or automation within Finance.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

(Working Conditions apply globally. The Physical Demands section is included to meet U.S. regulatory expectations and may not apply to individuals located outside the United States.)

Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion involving substantial movement of the wrists, hands, and fingers. Close visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer terminal, and extensive reading.

This is a full-time position. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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