Finance Executive – Accounts Payable

Equiniti; Chennai District; On-site; INR 550,000 - 850,000; Full time

Job summary

EQ Retirement Solutions in Chennai is seeking a Finance Executive – Accounts Payable to ensure accurate processing of supplier invoices and timely payments. You will collaborate with procurement and finance teams to maintain supplier relationships and uphold internal controls.

The role requires 3–5 years in AP, knowledge of invoice processing, PO matching, and proficiency in English. Experience with offshore SSC operations and Workday is preferred.

Qualifications

• University degree in Finance & Accounts is required.
• 3–5 years of Accounts Payable experience in a finance SSC.
• Experience with invoice processing, PO matching and GL posting.
• Knowledge of Workday is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Code invoices scanned in the system.
• Match invoices with Purchase Orders/receipts (2- and 3-way matching).
• Chase approval workflows near payment deadlines.
• Answer and manage supplier payment queries.
• Maintain vendor master data accurately.
• Ensure internal controls compliant with policy.
• Support Procure-to-Pay process improvements.
• Provide excellent service to client country suppliers.

Skills

Fluent English

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Adaptable

Deadline-oriented

Team collaboration

Process improvement

Education

Finance & Accounts degree

Tools

Workday

ERP systems

Job description

Management Level

H

EQ Retirement Solutions is transforming the retirement and pensions markets with leading administration and technology solutions. With over 1200 employees globally, 189 years of knowledge and 11 million pension scheme members and policyholders, we are here to help people plan for a confident financial future by delivering innovative, reliable and customer-focused retirement services. Our teams are driven by a shared commitment to excellence, collaboration and making a real impact on the lives of our clients and customers.

Role Overview

Finance Executive – Accounts Payable

The Accounts Payable Executive is responsible for the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices, payment support activities, vendor query resolution, and compliance with established financial controls. The role supports the efficient operation of the Procure-to-Pay process by ensuring invoices are processed correctly, payments are made on time, and supplier relationships are maintained through excellent customer service. The successful candidate will work closely with business units, procurement teams, and finance colleagues to drive operational excellence and continuous process improvement.

Core Duties/Responsibilities

• Code invoices that have been scanned in the system
• Match invoices with Purchase Orders and/or receipts (2- and 3-way matching)
• Chase approval workflows that are close to payment deadline.
• Answer and manage supplier queries regarding payments.
• Proactively work with Business Units in an efficient and courteous manner to identify and correct process inefficiencies by end users in the business unit.
• Resolve payable issues with the client country.
• Manage the workflow queues relevant to their client countries.
• Ensure requested updates to vendor master files are processed quickly.
• Ensure compliance to and maintenance of internal controls in accordance with the Equiniti Controllership Guide. This includes acting as a Risk and Control Tracking System assessor (RCTS) for Balance Sheet Reconciliation.
• Any other duties that are within the scope, spirit or purpose of the role or as reasonably requested.
• Ensure that all working practices follow the Equiniti standard policies and procedures, including health & safety and equal opportunities.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Experience

• Prior experience of working in an offshore Finance SSC.
• Excellent accounting knowledge across Accounts Payables (Invoice process) and respective General Ledger.
• 3-5 years working experience in Accounts Payable Team.
• Knowledge of Workday will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of other financial accounting systems.

Education/Qualifications

• University Qualified in Finance & Accounts.

Skills

• Fluent English: written and spoken.
• Excellent organizational, communication and planning skills.
• Professional, credible individual with an ability to influence peers, superiors and subordinates.
• Adaptable with an ability to change direction and priorities if required.
• Achievement orientation: Driven by goals and deadlines.
• Ability to work well with people across the organisation.
• Ability to understand the detail behind processes.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. Please note any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment screening checks.