Accounts Payable Supervisor [T500-29656]

Inspire; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspire Brands Hyderabad Support Center in India is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable professional to join our finance team. The role focuses on end-to-end AP processes, reconciliations, accruals, and month-end close, ensuring accuracy in vendor records and efficient payments.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of AP, financial operations or analysis experience, strong ERP and Excel skills, and the ability to collaborate cross-functionally to optimize AP performance and drive cost

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in accounts payable, financial operations or financial analysis.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and ERP systems.
• Proficiency in Excel and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular and ad-hoc account reconciliations to ensure AP accuracy.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure accruals and journal entries are booked during month-end close.
• Process monthly reconciliations in ARC/ERP systems.
• Analyze AP transactions to identify trends and cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Accounts Payable

AP

Reconciliation

Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Oracle Fusion

Basware

Workday

Concur

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Inspire Brands is disrupting the restaurant industry through digital transformation and operational efficiencies. The company’s technology hub, Inspire Brands Hyderabad Support Center, India, will lead technology innovation and product development for the organization and its portfolio of distinct brands. The Inspire Brands Hyderabad Support Center will focus on developing new capabilities in data science, data analytics, eCommerce, automation, cloud computing, and information security to accelerate the company’s business strategy. Inspire Brands Hyderabad Support Center will also host an innovation lab and collaborate with start-ups to

develop solutions for productivity optimization, workforce management, loyalty management, payments systems, and more.

Skills Required:

• Accounts Payable, AP, Reconciliation, Oracle Fusion, ERP, Workday, Concur, SAP, and Basware.

Experience Range:

• 8 - 12 years

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Account Reconciliations

• Perform regular and ad-hoc account reconciliations to ensure accuracy in AP records.
• Reconcile vendor/supplier statements as required
• Identify and resolve discrepancies and variances in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with other departments to investigate and resolve reconciliation issues.
• Ensure accruals and journal entries are booked during month-end close.
• Process monthly reconciliations in the ARCs system in a timely manner.
• AP Activity Analysis
• Analyze accounts payable transactions and data to identify trends and patterns.
• Prepare reports and summaries (including an AP trades aging report) and communicate findings to the AP team.
• Provide insights and recommendations to optimize AP processes and reduce costs.
• AP Search Accruals
• Maintain and update accruals for accounts payable to accurately reflect outstanding liabilities.
• Ensure that accruals are properly recorded in accordance with accounting standards and company policies.
• Collaborate with other teams to validate accrual amounts.
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Develop and track KPIs to measure the efficiency and effectiveness of accounts payable processes.
• Prepare regular reports and dashboards to monitor KPIs and provide insights for process improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement changes based on KPI analysis.
• Process Improvement
• Continuously evaluate and improve AP processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Identify automation opportunities and work with IT teams to implement system enhancements.
• Manage AP SharePoint site and maintain up-to-date content.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and trends in accounts payable.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree Accounting, Finance, or related field required.

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounts payable, financial operations or financial analysis.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS or ABILITIES:

• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices.
• Proficiency in accounting software and ERP systems (e.g., Oracle fusion, Basware, Workday, Concur, etc.).
• Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and data analysis.
• Proficiency in Office applications, including PowerPoint and Word.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret and analyze data and make recommendations based on findings.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to plan and complete work effectively and efficiently, meeting assigned deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task and shift priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, OR ABILITIES:

• Oracle fusion and Basware experience.
• System process and control knowledge.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CPA, CMA) is a plus.