Accounts Payable Associate

Kantar Group; Mumbai; On-site; INR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Kantar Group in Mumbai invites a Junior Accounts Payable Executive to support daily AP operations, ensuring accurate invoice processing and timely payments.

You will handle vendor communications, maintain vendor master data, and assist in month-end close, while adhering to internal controls and accounting standards. A Commerce/Accounting degree and 3-5 years AP experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's 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 (Maconomy, Tally) preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and MS Office tools.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

MS Excel

MS Office

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce/Accounting

Tools

Maconomy

Tally

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Payable Executive (Junior)

Department: Finance & Accounts

Reporting To: Senior Accounts Payable / Finance Manager

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:

• Bachelor's 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.