Accounts Payable Executive

Accor; Chennai; On-site; INR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercure Chennai Sriperumbudur in India is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Payable professional to manage invoicing, posting, and supplier reconciliations within our finance team. The role emphasizes accuracy, timely payments, and adherence to internal controls.

You will code invoices, verify documents, process payments, and maintain creditor statements while supporting month-end closings. Prior experience with MS Excel and accounting software is preferred, and good English communication is

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in accounting/finance required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role preferred.
• Good reading, writing and spoken English required.
• Proficient in MS Excel and accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Code invoices, post to the accounting system, and attach PO/BEOs.
• Ensure payment requisitions are approved by the relevant Heads.
• Post journal entries interfaced from Cost Control/Receiving.
• Process electronic payments according to approved policies and procedures.
• Update creditor reconciliations and supplier statements.
• Assist month-end closing with accruals and accuracy checks.

Skills

English proficiency

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Education

Degree/Diploma in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Accounting software

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description:

Company Description

Mercure Chennai Sriperumbudur

Hotel for travellers looking for local and authentic experiences

Mercure Chennai Sriperumbudur, the only international brand in Sriperumbudur-Oragadam industrial area and automobile hub. It is a 45-min drive from Chennai airport, and Mahindra world city and just 29 mins from Marimalai Nagar. The hotel features an all-day dining restaurant with alfresco, multiple meeting spaces, a fitness center, travel desk and entertainment facilities. This hotel, located opposite to Apollo Tyres, is also in close proximity to major corporations & IT companies.

Singaperumal Koil and Chengalpattu industrial areas are in vicinity. Kanchipuram famous for its historic temples and Kanjeevaram sarees, Mahabalipuram for its historic monuments and beaches are within an hour drive. Guests can visit historical monuments at Mahabalipuram, the famous Ekambareshva and Kailasanatha temple at Kanchipuram amongst many others. Chennai city Centre is easily accessible to guests via the highway.

Job Description

Primary Responsibilities

• Ensure that invoices are correctly coded, posted into system, and adequately attached with relevant documents such as Purchases Orders, Banquet Event Orders etc
• Ensure that all payment requisitions are approved by relevant Department Heads or Division Heads
• Ensure that journal entries interfaced from Cost Control/Receiving Office are correct
• Post all manual cheques into the system
• Schedule and make electronic payment according to approved policies & procedures
• Ensure that all expenses for the month are posted and necessary accruals made
• Ensure that Accounts Payable aging tally with General Ledger
• Update creditors’ reconciliation to ensure our records tally with creditor’s statement
• Check daily F&B invoices interfaced from Cost Control to ensure accuracy of prices, quantities against delivery orders and purchase orders
• Make accurate and timely payment to creditors according to approved policies & procedures
• Ensure that payment advices are sent out to creditors on time

Other Responsibilities

• Be aware of the hotel fire & life safety/emergency procedures
• Attend all briefings, meetings and trainings as assigned by management
• Maintain a high standard of personal appearance and hygiene at all times
• Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the assigned by the Management

Main Complexity/Critical issues in the Job

Ensure accuracy and efficiency of processing and monitoring payments.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Experience

• Degree/Diploma in Accounting / Finance
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a similar capacity
• Good reading, writing and oral proficiency in English language
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and relevant accounting systems

Additional Information

Competencies

• Good communication skills
• Service oriented with an eye for details
• Ability to work effectively and contribute in a team
• Self-motivated and energetic
• Well-presented and professionally groomed at all times

• Job-Category: Finance
• Job Type: Permanent
• Job Schedule: Full-Time