Manager – Finance (AP)

Growth For Impact; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

CleanMax in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Leader to oversee end-to-end AP processes, manage vendor relationships, and lead a dedicated team. The role emphasizes accuracy, compliance with GST/TDS, and timely payments to suppliers.

The ideal candidate holds a Masters or Bachelor’s in accounting/finance with 10+ years in AP, strong SAP B1 and Excel skills, and a proven ability to drive process improvements in a merit-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Requires a Masters or Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• Strong understanding of Indian Accounting Standards.
• Good understanding of GST and TDS provisions.
• Experience in accounts payable or related role.
• Proficiency in SAP B1 and Microsoft Excel; strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the accounts payable process from invoice receipt to payment disbursement.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices.
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve issues or discrepancies.
• Review and reconcile vendor statements.
• Lead and develop a team of accounts payable specialists.
• Establish and maintain accounts payable policies and procedures.

Skills

Accounts payable

SAP B1

Microsoft Excel

Team management

GST knowledge

TDS knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Tools

SAP B1

Job description

Role

• Oversee the accounts payable process from invoice receipt to payment disbursement.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of invoices.
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve any issues or discrepancies.
• Review and reconcile vendor statements.
• Lead and develop a team of accounts payable specialists.
• Establish and maintain accounts payable policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth financial operations.
• Provide support for audits and month‑end close processes.
• Responsible for documentation for the A1 and A2 payments in compliance with FEMA regulations.
• Manage strict control over the GST input credit on vendor invoices.
• Strict compliance with the TDS provisions on all outgoing payments.
• Proactively handle various queries received from the business team in a timely and professional manner.
• Manage correct and on‑time payments for all statutory obligations such as TDS, GST, PF, and ESI.

Requirements

• Masters or Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field with 10+ years of experience.
• Well versed in treatment and application of Indian Accounting Standards.
• Good understanding of GST and TDS provisions.
• Previous experience in accounts payable or related role.
• Proficiency in SAP B1 and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• A team player and hands‑on manager with integrity and a desire to work in a dynamic, merit‑oriented environment, who is very organized and process driven.