Analyst - Accounting (Accounts Payable)

Principal Global Services; Maharashtra; Hybrid; INR 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Principal Global Services is seeking an Accounts Payable Analyst to manage vendor payments, balance accounts, and ensure timely invoice processing. The role emphasizes accuracy, adherence to policies, and collaboration with team members in a fast-paced hybrid environment.

Qualifications include a accounting degree, 2+ years AP/F&A experience, and strong Excel with ERP software knowledge. The position offers growth in a dynamic financial services setting with hybrid work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or equivalent.
• 2+ years of accounts payable or F&A process experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software/ERP.

Responsibilities

• Process and verify vendor invoices and payment requests.
• Maintain accurate vendor records and reconcile statements.
• Investigate discrepancies and code invoices with suitable accounts.
• Process payments within scheduled timelines and respond to inquiries.
• Post rectification or intercompany journal entries as needed.
• Assist with month-end closing and internal controls.
• Support audits and maintain documentation.
• Contribute to process improvement and automation ideas.

Skills

Deadline management

Team player

Attention to detail

Independent work

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, CA inter, or equivalent experience or qualification

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Accounting software

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a diligent Accounts Payable Analyst to join our team. This role will be responsible for managing vendor payments, balancing accounts, and ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices while maintaining compliance with company policies and procedures. This is an outstanding opportunity for someone who is looking to grow their career in a dynamic and encouraging environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and verify vendor invoices and payment requests
• Maintain accurate vendor records
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate discrepancies
• Review and code invoices with appropriate account and project codes
• Process payments timely within schedules
• Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve payment issues
• Post necessary rectification journal entries or any intercompany entries
• Work on the prepaid or amortization treatment for given situations adhering to organization policies
• Assist with month-end closing procedures
• Support audit requirements and maintain accurate documentation
• Monitor and maintain internal control procedures
• Adhere to the team SLA and benchmark metrics
• Contribute towards process improvement and automation ideas

Qualifications

Who You Are (Qualifications)

Required Qualifications / Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, CA inter, or equivalent experience or qualification
• 2+ years of accounts payable or F&A process experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Experience with accounting software and ERP systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in end-to-end AP process including AP account reconciliation, passing necessary journal entries, and maintaining or improving SLAs and important metrics
• Knowledge of accounting principles and guidelines

Skills and Proficiencies

• Ability to meet deadlines and balance multiple priorities
• Great teammate with excellent interpersonal skills
• Diligent with a strong focus on accuracy
• Self-motivated and able to work independently
• Strong ethical standards and confidentiality
• Make sound business decisions
• Embrace change
• Get results and act strategically
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

This position requires someone who can maintain high accuracy standards while working in a fast-paced environment and collaborating effectively with team members, partners, and suppliers.

Work Schedule and Environment

• Shift: 01:30pm to 10:30pm
• Mode of working: Hybrid

Experience Principal

At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, were imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.

Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.