4447084-Assistant Manager

Job Description: Accounts Payable Specialist - London Market Client ;Location: Noida ;Department: Finance / Accounts Payable ;Reports to: Accounts Payable Manager ;Type: Full-time**Position Overview:The Accounts Payable Specialist will be responsible for managing and processing invoices and payments for the London market operations. The ideal candidate will ensure that all financial transactions related to accounts payable are executed efficiently and accurately, in compliance with company policies and UK financial regulations. ;**Key Responsibilities:**1. **Invoice Processing:** ; ;- Accurately process a high volume of vendor invoices using accounting software. ; ;- Ensure proper coding of invoices to appropriate expense accounts. ; ;- Obtain necessary approvals before processing payments. ;2. **Vendor Management:** ; ;- Maintain and update vendor details, including banking information and terms of payment. ; ;- Respond to vendor inquiries and resolve payment discrepancies. ; ;- Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders. ;3. **Payment Processing:** ; ;- Prepare weekly payment runs, including BACS, CHAPS, and foreign currency payments. ; ;- Reconcile payment batches and ensure all payments are authorized. ; ;- Process and record employee expense reports and reimbursements. ;4. **Account Reconciliations:** ; ;- Perform monthly vendor account reconciliations. ; ;- Assist in resolving any discrepancies in vendor statements. ; ;- Collaborate with other departments to ensure accurate month-end close. ;5. **Reporting & Compliance:** ; ;- Assist in generating accounts payable reports and other financial reports as required. ; ;- Ensure compliance with VAT and other tax regulations. ; ;- Participate in audit processes and provide documentation as needed. ;6. **Continuous Improvement:** ; ;- Identify process improvement opportunities and implement best practices to improve efficiency in the accounts payable function. ; ;- Stay updated on regulatory changes related to payments and accounting. ;#### **Skills & Qualifications:**- **Education:** Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred.- **Experience:** ; ; ;- 3-7 years of experience in accounts payable, preferably with exposure to the London market or insurance industry. ; ;- Experience with multi-currency transactions and global vendor payments.- **Technical Skills:** ; ;- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems). ; ;- Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, v-lookups).- **Regulatory Knowledge:** Familiarity with UK VAT regulations and international payment processes.- **Soft Skills:** ; ;- Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. ; ;- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. ; ;- Ability to collaborate across departments and with external vendors. ;**Desirable:**- Experience working within the London insurance market.- Knowledge of Lloyd's and other market regulatory frameworks.- AAT or equivalent qualification. ;**Benefits:**- Competitive salary and bonus structure.- Comprehensive health and dental insurance.- Pension scheme and other retirement benefits.- Opportunities for career progression within a global company. ; ;This position provides the opportunity to work closely with key financial operations in the London market, contributing to the smooth running of the company's accounts payable processes. ;EXL is the indispensable partner for leading businesses in data-led industries such as insurance, banking and financial services, healthcare, retail and logistics. We bring a unique combination of data, advanced analytics, digital technology and industry expertise to help our clients turn data into insights, streamline operations, improve customer experience, and transform their business. Our partnerships with clients are built on a foundation of collaboration - and we've been chosen as a partner by nine of the top ten leading US insurance companies, nine of the top 20 global banks, and six of the top ten US health care payers. We function as one team to make your goals our goals, whether that's unlocking the value of generative AI or embedding analytics into workflows that reduce risk or power your growth. Clients choose EXL as their transformation partner for many reasons. Our geographic diversity make talent all over the world instantly accessible. Digital accelerators enable unmatched speed-to-value, letting you realize results fast. It's our people that truly set us apart, though, including the 1,500 data scientists we have dedicated to our generative AI practice. And our more than twenty years of experience in delivering business services, garnering stellar client references, and maintaining a solid balance sheet are reassuring to our C-suite clients. Find out for yourself why clients, employees, and analysts think we're some of the best in the business. Contact us to see how we can help you achieve your goals.