Senior AP Analyst

L.E.K. Consulting; India; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly training

Parental leave

Health insurance

Job summary

L.E.K. Consulting is seeking a Senior Accounts Payable Analyst for its Finance team in Gurgaon. The role focuses on end-to-end AP processing, vendor setup, and query resolution within a global shared service context. You will report to the AP Lead and collaborate with the wider Global Team.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years in Accounts Payable/P2P, strong Excel skills, ERP experience, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach to ensure timely payments and accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience in accounts payable, vendor reconciliation and AP reporting.
• Understanding of PO/non-PO invoices, 2-way/3-way matching and controls.
• Knowledge of month-end activities, AP accruals, GR/IR.
• Strong Excel and data handling; ERP experience.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication.
• Detail-oriented with ability to meet SLAs.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end invoice processing including PO/non-PO invoices.
• Resolve blocked invoices and mismatches.
• Execute payments and ensure timely processing.
• Monitor AP queues and AP accruals.
• Prepare AP reporting and GL analysis.
• Perform vendor reconciliations and resolve differences.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams.
• Maintain data quality and compliance with controls.
• Support month-end close activities.
• Identify process improvements.

Skills

invoice processing

payment processing

vendor reconciliation

AP reporting

Excel

data handling

stakeholder management

attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Commerce

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Job Description:

Location: New Delhi

ABOUT US

L.E.K. Consulting is a global management consulting firm that uses deep industry expertise and rigorous analysis to help business leaders achieve practical results with real impact. We are uncompromising in our approach to helping clients consistently make better decisions, deliver improved business performance, and create greater shareholder returns.

The firm advises and supports companies from around the globe that are leaders in their industries – including the largest private and public sector organizations, private equity firms, and emerging entrepreneurial businesses. Founded 40 years ago, L.E.K. employs more than 2,000 professionals across the Americas, Asia-Pacific, and Europe. For more information, please visit www.lek.com.

About The Role

Job Title - Senior Accounts Payable Analyst

Department- Finance

Location- Gurgaon

Key Stakeholders

Reports to: Accounts Payable Lead – Shared Service Center (Gurgaon)

Additional reporting relationships: Wider Global Team, with exposure to senior individuals within the business

Roles & Responsibilities

Position Overview

The Senior Accounts Payable – AP Analyst will report to the AP Lead– Shared service center and work within the wider Global Team with exposure to senior individuals within the wider business. The role is responsible for accounts payable related work which include supplier payment, AP reporting, vendor set up and query resolution.

Success in this role demands a highly motivated, engaging, outcome-oriented individual as the position is integral to the firm’s operational objectives and reputation. The individual will have excellent attention to detail and maintain a high standard of output. They will need to have a proactive approach and ensure they are able to priorities and work in an efficient and effective manner.

Major Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end invoice processing, including PO/non-PO invoices, validation, 2-way/3-way matching, coding, approvals and timely posting.
• Independently investigate and resolve blocked invoices, mismatches, exceptions and non-standard transactions, escalating only where required.
• Execute payment processing/payment runs, ensuring payments are accurate, timely and compliant with applicable controls and approval requirements.
• Monitor payment due dates and AP queues to support on-time payments and SLA/KPI adherence.
• Support month-end close activities, including AP accruals, GR/IR clearing, journal preparation and other assigned close activities.
• Prepare and maintain AP reporting, including AP aging, liability reports, payment reports, cost-center/GL analysis and other management reporting.
• Perform vendor reconciliations and investigate differences to ensure accurate AP balances.
• Manage queries and coordinate effectively with vendors, internal business teams, Procurement and other Finance stakeholders.
• Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring timely communication and resolution of invoice and payment-related queries.
• Ensure adherence to AP policies, internal controls, SOPs and compliance requirements, with appropriate supporting documentation.
• Identify recurring issues, perform root-cause analysis, and contribute to process improvement and automation opportunities.
• Maintain high standards of data quality, accuracy and timeliness across AP activities.
• Support team members on process-related queries and share knowledge/best practices as required.

Candidate Requirements:

• Strong hands-on experience in invoice processing, payment processing, vendor reconciliation and AP reporting.
• Good understanding of PO/non-PO invoices, 2-way/3-way matching, payment controls and exception management.
• Working knowledge of month-end activities, AP accruals, GR/IR and basic accounting concepts.
• Good understanding of AP aging and liability reporting.
• Strong Excel and data-handling skills; experience working with ERP systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to independently resolve AP exceptions.
• Good stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail, ownership, accountability and ability to work within defined timelines/SLAs.

Qualifications

• Education: Undergraduate degree in Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• Experience: 3–5 years of relevant experience in Accounts Payable / Procure-to-Pay (P2P).

Perks & Benefits Offered

• We have monthly training programs for Personal and Professional Development
• We have Parental leaves (Maternity and Paternity) and flexible work options for new mothers
• Wellness benefits – Health Insurance, Wellness Apps & Gym reimbursement.