Finance Accounts Payable Lead

BCE Global Tech - A Bell Canada Company; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Flexible work hours

Professional development

Job summary

BCE Global Tech, Bell Canada's GCC, Bengaluru, seeks an Accounts Payable Lead to drive AP operations, controls, and process improvements. The role requires 5–7 years in AP and finance operations, with CA or MBA Finance preferred.

You will oversee vendor payables, GST/TDS compliance, month-end close, and KPI reporting, mentoring a junior team and aligning with procurement.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable and Finance Operations.
• Chartered Accountant (CA) or MBA (Finance) preferred.
• Experience in multinational organizations or shared services is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Accounts Payable processes including invoice receipt, validation, approvals, and payment processing.
• Monitor payment schedules and optimize working capital while maintaining supplier relationships.
• Oversee employee expense reimbursements and corporate card settlements.
• Mentor and develop a junior AP team member and drive continuous improvement.
• Establish and maintain strong internal controls for AP operations.
• Support GST/TDS compliance and related reconciliations; assist audits.

Skills

AP processes

GST & TDS

Advanced Excel

Financial reporting

Education

CA

MBA (Finance)

M.Com.

B.Com.

Tools

SAP

Zoho

Microsoft Dynamics

Job description

Back

BCE Global Tech is the Global Capability Center (GCC) for Bell Canada, one of the world’s largest and oldest telecommunications companies with a legacy spanning over 146 years.

Established in 2024, BCE Global Tech operates from a state-of-the-art technology center in Electronic City, Bengaluru, functioning as a pure-play digital and technology hub dedicated to building advanced IT and digital capabilities for Bell.

Today, BCE Global Tech is a 700+ strong and rapidly growing team, driving cutting-edge innovation, digital transformation, and large-scale engineering solutions for one of the most iconic telecom brands globally.

Job Summary

Join our dynamic Finance team as an Accounts Payable Lead and play a pivotal role in shaping our financial operations. We are looking for an expert to not only manage our AP function but also to drive process improvements and enhance our financial controls. The ideal candidate should have 5-7 years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable and Finance Operations, with strong knowledge of accounting principles, ERP systems, internal controls,and statutory compliance. Preference will be given to candidates who are Chartered Accountants (CA) or MBA (Finance).

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable Operations

• Lead and optimize end-to-end Accounts Payable processes, including invoice receipt, validation,
• approvals, payment processing, and vendor reconciliation.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of vendor invoices in accordance with company policies and
• service level agreements (SLAs).
• Monitor payment schedules and optimize working capital while maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Oversee employee expense reimbursements and corporate card settlements.
• Mentor and develop a junior team member, fostering a culture of accuracy and continuous improvement

Financial Controls & Compliance

• Establish and maintain strong internal controls for AP operations.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage GST/TDS compliance and related reconciliations (where applicable).
• Support statutory audits, internal audits, and tax audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.

Vendor Management

• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Resolve vendor disputes, payment issues, and escalations promptly.
• Ensure accurate vendor master data management and periodic review.
• Partner with procurement and business units to streamline the procure-to-pay cycle.

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare AP aging reports, cash flow forecasts, and management reports.
• Analyze outstanding liabilities and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Provide insights on payment trends, vendor performance, and cost optimization.
• Develop and present key performance indicators (KPIs) for the AP function to senior management, providing actionable insights.

Month-End & Year-End Closing

• Ensure timely closure of AP-related activities during month-end and year-end financial close.
• Reconcile AP balances, accruals, and vendor statements.
• Coordinate with other finance members and Business units

Required Qualifications

Education

• Chartered Accountant (CA) preferred; alternatively, MBA (Finance) or M. Com.
• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Experience 5-7 years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable, Finance Operations, or Shared Services.
• Experience in multinational organizations, shared services, or global finance operations is preferred.

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes and accounting principles.
• Knowledge of GST, TDS, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Zoho, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar platforms.
• Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries and comprehensive health benefits
• Flexible work hours
• Professional development and training opportunities
• A supportive and inclusive work environment
• Access to cutting-edge technology and tools.