Sr. Manager – Accounts Payable, Budgeting s MIS

Catalydd; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,700,000 - 4,900,000; Full time

Job summary

Catalydd is seeking a Sr. Manager – Accounts Payable, Budgeting MIS to lead end-to-end AP, vendor payments, and budgeting/financial planning across plants and corporate functions.

The role requires CA qualification and 5–8 years post-qualification experience in manufacturing, with strong SAP FICO and advanced Excel/Power BI for management reporting. You will ensure internal controls, governance, and timely MIS reports.

Qualifications

• CA qualification mandatory.
• 5–8 years post-qualification experience (manufacturing preferred).
• Strong exposure to Accounts Payable, Budgeting, MIS, FP&A and Management Reporting.
• Hands-on SAP S/4HANA / SAP FICO experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Accounts Payable and vendor payment processes.
• Verify, record, and process vendor invoices with accuracy.
• Monitor vendor ageing, liabilities, and payment schedules.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Plant Finance, Stores, and functions for validation/approval.
• Resolve vendor reconciliation issues and payment queries.
• Ensure adherence to internal controls, delegation, and governance processes.
• Coordinate and consolidate annual budgets across plants and corporate functions.
• Support business plans, operating plans, and rolling forecasts.
• Provide variance analysis and data-driven insights for decisions.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual MIS reports and dashboards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Multi-location reporting

Education

Chartered Accountant (CA)

Tools

SAP S/4HANA

SAP FICO

MS Excel

Power BI

Job description

Sr. Manager –Accounts Payable, Budgeting sMIS

Sr. Manager – Account s Payable, Budgeting s MIS

Department: Finance C Account s

Reporting To:AGM – Account s C Finance

Qualification:Chartered Account ant (CA) – Mandatory

Experience: 3–4 Years Post Qualification Experience (Manufacturing Industry Preferred)

Working Days:6 Days a Week

Key Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end Account s Payable function and vendor payment processes.

Ensure timely verification, account ing, and processing of vendor invoices.

Monitor vendor ageing, outstanding liabilities, and payment schedules.

Coordinate with Procurement, Plant Finance, Stores, and Functional Teams for invoice validation and approvals.

Resolve vendor reconciliation issues and payment-related queries.

Ensure adherence to internal controls, delegation matrix, and payment governance processes.

Budgeting s Financial Planning

Coordinate and consolidate annual budgets across plants and corporate functions.

Support preparation of business plans, annual operating plans, and rolling forecasts.

Monitor budget utilization and provide periodic variance analysis.

Work closely with business and operational teams to identify cost optimization opportunities.

Track key financial metrics and support management decision-making through data-driven analysis.

Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual MIS reports for management review.

Analyze plant-wise, function-wise, and business-wise financial performance.

Develop dashboards and reports relating to revenue, costs, working capital, productivity, and profitability.

Provide variance analysis against budgets, forecasts, and previous periods.

Generate meaningful business insights and recommendations to support strategic initiatives.

Review account ing entries, reconciliations, accruals, and provisions.

Ensure compliance with account ing standards, company policies, and internal controls.

Strengthen financial governance and reporting processes across locations.

Support implementation of process improvements and automation initiatives.

Drive standardization of reporting formats and financial controls. Audit s Compliance

Coordinate with Statutory Auditors, Internal Auditors, Tax Auditors, and regulatory authorities.

Ensure timely closure of audit observations and implementation of corrective actions.

Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.

Support statutory reporting and financial statement preparation.

Ensure compliance with applicable financial, tax, and regulatory requirements.

Desired Candidate Profile

Educational Qualification

Chartered Account ant (CA) – Mandatory

Experience

5–8 years of post-qualification experience.

Prior experience in Manufacturing, Automotive, Engineering, or Industrial organizations preferred.

Strong exposure to Account s Payable, Budgeting, MIS , Financial Planning C Analysis (FPCA), and Management Reporting.

Experience in handling high-volume transactions and multi-location reporting environments.

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of Account ing Standards, Budgeting, MIS , and Financial Controls.

Hands-on experience in SAP S/4 HANA / SAP FICO environment.

Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, Power BI, and reporting tools.

Experience in ERP-driven organizations with structured financial processes.

Strong analytical and financial modelling skills.

Business partnering and stakeholder management capability.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Strong communication, presentation, and problem-solving skills.

High ownership, account ability, and execution orientation.

Key Success Measures

• Timely closure of monthly MIS and reporting.
• Effective budget preparation and monitoring.
• Accuracy and timeliness of vendor payments.
• Quality of financial analysis and management insights.
• Strengthening of internal controls and governance processes.
• Successful closure of audits and compliance requirements.
• Continuous process improvement and automation initiatives.