Accounts Payable Associate

Kantar; Mumbai; On-site; INR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Kantar is seeking a Junior Accounts Payable Executive in Mumbai to support day-to-day AP operations, ensuring timely invoice processing, accurate coding, and strong vendor communication. The role emphasizes adherence to internal controls and collaboration with finance teams.

Ideal candidates will have a Commerce background with 3–5 years of AP or accounting experience, proficiency in ERP systems like Maconomy/Tally, and solid MS Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce
• 3–5 years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. Maconomy, Tally) is preferred
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other Microsoft Office tools
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities

Responsibilities

• Accurately enter and process vendor invoices in the ERP system, ensuring proper coding and approvals
• Perform 2-way or 3-way matching of invoices with purchase orders and goods receipts
• Respond to routine vendor inquiries regarding payment status, invoice discrepancies, and documentation requirements
• Maintain and update vendor master data, ensuring accuracy and completeness
• Ensure all transactions comply with company policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements
• Assist in preparing payment runs, reconciling vendor accounts, and supporting month-end closing activities
• Organize and archive AP documents for audit and internal reference

Skills

MS Excel

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Interpersonal abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce

Tools

Maconomy

Tally

Job description

Role Overview

The Junior Accounts Payable Executive is responsible for supporting the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable function. This role ensures timely and accurate processing of invoices, adherence to internal controls, and effective communication with vendors and internal stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Invoice Processing: Accurately enter and process vendor invoices in the ERP system, ensuring proper coding and approvals.
• Document Matching: Perform 2-way or 3-way matching of invoices with purchase orders and goods receipts.
• Vendor Communication: Respond to routine vendor inquiries regarding payment status, invoice discrepancies, and documentation requirements.
• Data Maintenance: Maintain and update vendor master data, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Compliance: Ensure all transactions comply with company policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements.
• Support Functions: Assist in preparing payment runs, reconciling vendor accounts, and supporting month-end closing activities.
• Documentation: Organize and archive AP documents for audit and internal reference.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Commerce, Accounting, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in accounts payable or general accounting.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g. Maconomy, Tally) is preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and other Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.