AP Accountant – FinSSC EMEA

CIRCOR International, Inc.; Mumbai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

CIRCOR International, Inc. in Mumbai seeks an experienced Accounts Payable specialist to manage end-to-end AP processes, ensure timely payments, and maintain accuracy in vendor data. You will verify invoices, perform PO/GRN/tax checks, and resolve discrepancies with suppliers and internal teams.

The role emphasizes strong controls, timely reporting, and collaboration with Intercompany partners. Prior SAP FI and advanced Excel skills are essential, with a focus on process improvements and

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable
• Fluency in English; German language is a plus though not required
• Proficient with MS Excel and accounting software
• Well-versed in internal controls and compliance

Responsibilities

• Process and review vendor invoices accurately and within agreed timelines
• Perform invoice verification and validation (PO, GRN, tax, supporting docs)
• Manage end-to-end AP process from receipt to payment
• Monitor AP aging and resolve overdue invoices
• Conduct vendor account reconciliation and investigate discrepancies
• Coordinate Intercompany AP/AR to ensure proper recording and matching
• Support month-end/year-end closing activities and provide management reports
• Respond to vendor queries professionally and ensure timely resolution

Skills

Accounts Payable

English Fluency

Attention to detail

Education

Graduate / Postgraduate / MBA in Accounts or Commerce

Tools

SAP FI

MS Excel

Job description

• Process and review vendor invoices accurately and within agreed timelines, ensuring compliance with company policies and payment terms.


• Perform invoice verification and validation, including PO, GRN, invoice, tax, and supporting documentation checks.


• Manage the end-to-end Accounts Payable process, from invoice receipt and validation through posting and payment.


• Monitor the AP aging report and ensure timely resolution of overdue and upcoming vendor invoices.


• Review aged outstanding items, identify root causes for delays, and coordinate with Procurement, Business, Vendors, and internal stakeholders for resolution.


• Ensure invoices are processed within agreed payment terms to avoid overdue balances, payment delays, and supplier escalations.


• Perform vendor account reconciliation and investigate discrepancies, open items, debit/credit balances, and unapplied transactions.


• Manage Intercompany (IC) AP reconciliation, including reconciliation of IC balances with counterparties and investigation of differences.


• Coordinate with Intercompany AR/AP teams to ensure IC invoices, credit notes, payments, and accounting entries are accurately recorded and matched.


• Monitor and clear unallocated/unmatched IC payments and ensure timely allocation to the appropriate invoices/accounts.


• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, including AP aging review, open-item analysis, accruals, provisions, and reconciliation.


• Ensure AP balances and aging reports are accurate and supported by appropriate documentation.


• Follow up on GR/IR and blocked invoices, working with relevant stakeholders to resolve issues within defined timelines.


• Prepare and maintain AP trackers, reconciliation files, aging reports, and management reports.


• Identify recurring issues and support process improvements and automation within the AP function.


• Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOPs, audit requirements, and company policies.


• Respond to vendor queries professionally and ensure timely resolution of payment and invoice-related issues.


• Maintain a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, ownership, and continuous improvement.

PRINCIPAL ACTIVITIES ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

• Process and review vendor invoices accurately and within agreed timelines, ensuring compliance with company policies and payment terms.


• Perform invoice verification and validation, including PO, GRN, invoice, tax, and supporting documentation checks.


• Manage the end‑to‑end Accounts Payable process, from invoice receipt and validation through posting and payment.


• Monitor the AP aging report and ensure timely resolution of overdue and upcoming vendor invoices.


• Review aged outstanding items, identify root causes for delays, and coordinate with Procurement, Business, Vendors, and internal stakeholders for resolution.


• Ensure invoices are processed within agreed payment terms to avoid overdue balances, payment delays, and supplier escalations.


• Perform vendor account reconciliation and investigate discrepancies, open items, debit/credit balances, and unapplied transactions.


• Manage Intercompany (IC) AP reconciliation, including reconciliation of IC balances with counterparties and investigation of differences.


• Coordinate with Intercompany AR/AP teams to ensure IC invoices, credit notes, payments, and accounting entries are accurately recorded and matched.


• Monitor and clear unallocated/unmatched IC payments and ensure timely allocation to the appropriate invoices/accounts.


• Support month‑end and year‑end closing activities, including AP aging review, open‑item analysis, accruals, provisions, and reconciliation.


• Ensure AP balances and aging reports are accurate and supported by appropriate documentation.


• Follow up on GR/IR and blocked invoices, working with relevant stakeholders to resolve issues within defined timelines.


• Prepare and maintain AP trackers, reconciliation files, aging reports, and management reports.


• Identify recurring issues and support process improvements and automation within the AP function.


• Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOPs, audit requirements, and company policies.


• Respond to vendor queries professionally and ensure timely resolution of payment and invoice‑related issues.


• Maintain a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Key Performance Areas

• Invoice processing accuracy and turnaround time


• AP aging and reduction of overdue invoices


• Timely resolution of blocked and disputed invoices


• Vendor account reconciliation


• Intercompany reconciliation and clearing of differences


• Timely allocation of payments


• Month‑end closing and reporting


• Compliance with AP processes and internal controls


• Vendor query resolution


• Process improvement and automation

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• At least 3-5 years of relevant experience in the fields of AP


• Preferable SAP FI knowledge


• Fluency in English and preferably understanding German language but not necessary


• Delivers highly accurate accounting work with convincing level of efficiency


• Understands the importance of due dates very well and prioritize work accordingly


• Self‑organized, persistent, reliable and self‑motivated individual


• Proficiency with MS tools, especially Excel

Education & Experience

• Well versed accounting professional, Graduate/ Post graduate/ MBA preferably in Accounts or Commerce.