Sr Associate, Accounts Payable

Ares Management Corporation; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Ares Management Corporation is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable professional to join the Global Procurement & Payables team. You will review complex invoices, ensure coding accuracy, and manage escalations across Procurement, Accounting, and Treasury.

You will drive process improvements, develop SOPs, and leverage automation with SAP, Oracle, Coupa, and Power BI to enhance data quality and efficiency. Leadership and cross-functional collaboration are key.

Qualifications

• University/College degree in Business or Accounting preferred.
• Experience: 8–12 years in Accounts Payable within finance/alt investment industry.
• Strong knowledge of invoice processing systems and ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, Coupa, Jira).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; Power BI or Power Automate experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Review and process complex invoice transactions with coding and approvals.
• Act as primary contact for stakeholders, vendors, and internal teams on AP matters.
• Drive process improvements, analysis of metrics, and escalation management.
• Coach and mentor team members; document SOPs and promote standardization.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Coupa

Jira

Power BI

Power Automate

Job description

Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.

Job Description PRIMARY FUNCTIONS Review and process complex invoice transactions, coding, and exception handling while ensuring compliance with company policies and controls. Monitor daily workloads, prioritize critical requests, and ensure timely processing of high-volume invoices. Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, vendors, and internal teams on invoice-related matters and escalations. Drive issue resolution by partnering with Procurement, Accounting, Treasury, Vendor Master, and business stakeholders. Analyze processing metrics, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and service delivery. Support special projects, system implementations, and transformation initiatives related to Accounts Payable operations. Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with audit, regulatory, and company requirements. Coach, train, and mentor team members on invoice processing, coding, systems, and best practices. Develop and document standard operating procedures while promoting process standardization and continuous improvement. Leverage automation and technology solutions to improve productivity, reduce manual effort, and enhance data quality. Prepare and present operational reports, KPIs, backlog analysis, and performance updates to management.

QUALIFICATION Education: University/College Degree required (Business or Accounting preferred) Experience Required: 8-12 years Accounts Payable experience in the finance/alt investment industry, global invoice processing and undefined Strong knowledge of invoice processing systems, ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle, Coupa, Jira etc.), and automation Strong Microsoft Excel skills; experience with Power BI, Power Automate, or other automation Experience in handling escalations, stake holder management, and cross-functional collaboration. Ability to analyze financial data, identify process gaps, and implement efficiency improvements. General Requirements: undefined undefined Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy, efficiency, and organization. Resourceful and a strong problem solver capable of working autonomously. Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and have a balance of analytical, technical and communication skills (written and verbal). Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in responding to evolving processes and new technologies. Ability to analyze financial data, identify process gaps, and implement improvements. Proven ability to lead teams, manage escalations and drive operational efficiency.

Reporting Relationships Vice President, Global Procurement & Payables

Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES) is a leading global alternative investment manager offering clients complementary primary and secondary investment solutions across the credit, real estate, private equity and infrastructure asset classes. We seek to provide flexible capital to support businesses and create value for our stakeholders and within our communities. By collaborating across our investment groups, we aim to generate consistent and attractive investment returns throughout market cycles. As of June 30, 2026, Ares Management's global platform had approximately $671 billion of assets under management(1) with more than 4,400 employees operating across North America, South America, Europe, Asia Pacific and the Middle East.

For more information, please visit www.aresmgmt.com. Ares Management LLC (together with its related operating and administrative subsidiaries, “Ares Management”) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, ethnicity, creed, sex, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity and expression, transgender status, genetic information, status as unemployed, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Ares Management will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. (1) As of June 30, 2026. AUM amounts include funds managed by Ivy Hill Asset Management, LP., a wholly owned portfolio company of Ares Capital Corporation and registered investment adviser.