Payment Snr Analyst

YSI Incorporated; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Xylem Bangalore is seeking a Snr Payment Analyst to manage automated and manual payments, ensuring SOX-compliant controls and accurate posting to ledgers. You will work within a Global Shared Services environment, handling high-volume AP tasks and collaborating with treasury for funding and balance checks.

The role requires strong SAP S/4HANA proficiency, experience with Coupa S2P, GST/TDS knowledge, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce, accounting, or finance.
• 3–7 years of Accounts Payable and payments experience.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA and Coupa S2P.
• Knowledge of GST and TDS compliance.
• Global SSC experience and SOX understanding.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute payment runs in SAP S/4HANA.
• Initiate manual payments via bank portals for urgent cases.
• Ensure approvals per DoA / SOX controls.
• Input vendor bank details, invoices, and payments.
• Post payments and reconcile with GL and vendor accounts.
• Support cash forecasting and month-end activities.

Skills

SAP S/4HANA

Coupa S2P

GST & TDS

Communication skills

Global SSC experience

SOX controls

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce/Accounting/Finance

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

## Payment Snr AnalystApplyremote type: Hybridlocations: Bangaloretime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R49873Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.**Essential Duties/Principal Responsibilities*** Prepare and execute automatic payment runs (F110) in SAP S/4HANA* Initiate manual payments directly in bank portals (e.g., CitiDirect, Barclays iPortal) for urgent or exception cases* Ensure proper approval and authorisation is obtained prior to execution (in line with company DoA / SOX controls)* Accurately input vendor bank details, invoice references, and payment amounts* Apply correct payment type (same-day, CHAPS, Faster Payments, international wires, etc.)* Attach or reference supporting documentation (approved invoice, business justification)* Validate payment proposals (due invoices, vendor selection, bank accounts)* Release and post payments (BACS, SEPA, wire transfers, cheques)* Ensure correct payment methods, terms, and bank details* Monitor payment status and troubleshoot failures* Post manual payments in SAP (e.g., via F-53 / F-58) to clear open invoices* Ensure correct GL, vendor account, and document references* Perform pre-payment checks (duplicate invoices, blocked invoices, approval status)* Resolve payment rejections (bank errors, incorrect details)* Manage duplicate or erroneous payments and recovery actions* Coordinate with master data team for vendor/bank corrections* Coordinate with treasury on payment funding and bank balances* Prioritise payments based on cash availability and urgency* Support cash forecasting with payment schedules* Work toward improving AP KPIs such as: + On-time payment % + Low error rate (<1–2%)* Assist with month-end closing activities and reconciliation* Support continuous improvement initiatives**Minimum Qualifications: Education, Experience, Skills, Abilities, License/Certification:*** Bachelor’s degree in commerce, Accounting, or Finance* 3 –7 years’ experience in Accounts Payable and Payment activities* Hands-on experience with Coupa S2P and SAP S/4HANA* Strong understanding of GST & TDS compliance* Good communication skills (English)* Experience working in a Global Shared Services Centre* Knowledge of SOX and internal controls* Prior experience in high-volume invoice environment* High attention to detail* Strong time-management* Problem-solving ability* Customer-service orientation* Ability to work with tight deadlines* Manage high volumes of transaction* Advanced oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Strong presentation and facilitation skills to communicate with and persuade a wide range of audiences.* Preferred – Finance and or Procurement background**Physical Demands** (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)* Work is conducted in an office environment.* Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, and move about the facility.* Ability to use hands and fingers dexterously to operate office equipment.* Regularly required to listen, talk to, and see employees daily via Teams or Online application.* Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.**Work Environment** (The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)* Office: Standard office equipment; work performed in an office setting free from any disagreeable elements.* Standard weekly job hours: 40 hours / 5 days of week* This requires the employee to work onsite three days per week (Tuesday to Thursday)* This role operates within a two-shift structure (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM IST and 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM IST) to support North America. The specific shift assignment will be determined during the recruitment and selection process, and the successful candidate will be expected to work in one of the assigned shifts.* For employees assigned to the Late Shift (12:00 PM – 9:00 PM IST), Xylem will provide company-arranged transportation from the workplace to the employee’s home to ensure safety.* This position would be in Xylem Bangalore Office (Karle Town Center).*Xylem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.*Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.