Associate – Finance (Accounts Payable)

Aurigo Software Technologies; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurigo Software Technologies in Bengaluru invites an Associate – Finance to own the Accounts Payable process for the India entity. The role covers the full AP lifecycle including vendor onboarding, PO creation, bill accounting, and payments, while coordinating with teams across India, US, Canada and South Africa.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented with strong process discipline, experienced in GST/TDS, and capable of supporting audits and internal controls in a fast-paced SaaS environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in Accounts Payable or finance shared services.
• Understanding of GST/TDS and regulatory requirements for vendor payments.

Responsibilities

• Own AP lifecycle from vendor onboarding to payment processing.
• Validate vendor master data (PAN, GST, bank details) and maintain master file.
• Process POs; verify terms and match with contracts and receipts.
• Record and code supplier invoices (GST/TDS) and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare and process vendor payments; monitor due dates and remittances.
• Support AP cash flow forecasting and working capital management.
• Maintain SOPs; drive process standardization and automation.
• Assist audits with schedules, reconciliations, and documentation.

Skills

Accounts Payable

GST compliance

TDS provisions

Excel

ERP systems

Communication

Attention to detail

Contract interpretation

Cross-geography coordination

Team collaboration

Education

B.Com/BBA-Finance

M.Com/MBA-Finance

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Tally

Job description

Aurigo is looking for an Associate – Finance to own the Accounts Payable (AP) process for the India entity, based out of the Bangalore office. The role covers the full AP lifecycle – vendor onboarding and master data, purchase order creation, bill accounting, payment processing, AP-related cash flow management, internal controls, and audit support. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, process-driven, and comfortable working with stakeholders across geographies (India, US, Canada, South Africa).

Key Responsibilities

• Create and onboard new vendors in the ERP/accounting system, ensuring PAN, GST, bank details, and MSME status are validated and documented.
• Maintain and update the vendor master file with complete and accurate details on an ongoing basis.
• Conduct periodic vendor master data reviews/clean-up and coordinate KYC/compliance document renewals.

2. Purchase Order (PO) Processing

• Raise Purchase Orders in the system as per approved contracts, quotations, or purchase requisitions.
• Verify PO terms (pricing, tax, payment terms, delivery/service schedule) against contractual agreements before release.
• Track open POs and follow up on pending goods/service receipts with requestors and vendors.

3. Bill / Invoice Accounting

• Record vendor bills after 2-way/3-way match with Purchase Orders and goods/service receipt notes.
• Verify invoice accuracy – GST/TDS applicability, cost centre/GL coding, and approvals – prior to booking.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies (price, quantity, tax mismatches) with vendors and internal requestors.
• Ensure timely and accurate accounting of all AP transactions in line with month-end close timelines.

4. Payments Processing

• Prepare periodic payment proposals/runs based on vendor payment terms and due dates.
• Process vendor payments (NEFT/RTGS/cheque) accurately and within approved authorization limits.
• Track TDS deduction, GST reverse charge, and other statutory withholdings on payments.
• Share remittance advices and resolve vendor payment queries in a timely manner.

5. Cash Flow Management (AP)

• Prepare and maintain the AP-side cash outflow forecast/schedule based on vendor due dates and payment terms.
• Prioritize payments to optimize working capital while maintaining vendor relationships and avoiding penalties/interest.

6. Internal Controls & Process Streamlining

• Ensure adherence to AP approval matrices, segregation of duties, and delegation of authority policies.
• Identify gaps in the existing AP process and drive standardization, automation, and efficiency improvements.
• Document and maintain updated Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the AP function.
• Support implementation of system/process controls to minimize errors, duplicate payments, and leakages.

7. Audit & Compliance

• Prepare schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation for statutory, internal, and tax audits.
• Respond to audit queries related to vendor bills, POs, payments, and AP ageing in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensure AP transactions comply with GST, TDS, and other applicable statutory requirements.
• Maintain complete and audit-ready documentation trails for all AP transactions.

8. Reconciliations, Reporting & Other Duties

• Perform periodic vendor statement and AP sub-ledger to GL reconciliations.
• Maintain AP files, trackers, and documentation in a standardized, centralized repository.
• Prepare ad-hoc AP reports and MIS (AP ageing, vendor outstanding, accruals) as required by management.
• Support month-end close activities related to AP (accruals, provisions, GRIR clearing).
• Liaise with interdepartmental stakeholders and teams across geographies (India, US, Canada, South Africa) to obtain approvals and resolve queries.

Required Skills

• Solid understanding of accounting principles and the end-to-end Accounts Payable process.
• Working knowledge of GST and TDS provisions as applicable to vendor payments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (lookups, pivot tables).
• Hands-on experience with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Tally, or similar).
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross-geography coordination.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts/purchase agreements.
• Ability to work independently, manage timelines, and collaborate within a team.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and take on new responsibilities as the process evolves.

Educational & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance (B.Com/BBA-Finance); M.Com or MBA-Finance is a plus.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable, General Accounting, or a finance shared-services environment.
• Prior exposure to internal/statutory audit support is an added advantage.
• Understanding of the SaaS/software business model is an added advantage.