Posted 14 June, 2026
Senior Analyst - Accounting - Accounts Payable
Principal Global Services
Pune,Maharashtra,India,411013
Full Time
Reference: 195_550716_51217
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Additional Information
Key Responsibilities
- Execute end-to-end AP and procurement backend activities including invoice processing, PR/PO creation & maintenance, and vendor master management
- Perform validations and ensure proper coding, approvals, and compliance with policies and internal controls (including SOX)
- Manage 3-way matching (PR–PO–Invoice) and resolve discrepancies, complex transactions, and vendor escalations
- Perform vendor reconciliations, post journal entries (accruals, prepayments, intercompany), and support period-end close
- Act as an SME to review work, ensure SLA/KPI adherence, and provide guidance to junior team members
- Maintain strong stakeholder and vendor engagement while resolving queries effectively
- Identify process gaps, drive improvements, and support automation initiatives
- Support audit requirements by maintaining documentation and ensuring compliance
Stakeholder & Process Responsibilities
- Act as a key point of contact for vendor and internal stakeholder queries
- Collaborate with Procurement, Treasury, and Finance teams to resolve issues and improve processes
- Review and validate work performed by junior analysts to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Provide guidance, training, and mentoring to junior team members
- Identify process gaps and contribute to automation and continuous improvement initiatives
- Assist in preparing AP aging reports, dashboards, and performance metrics
Qualifications
Required Qualifications / Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
- 3–5 years of experience in Accounts Payable and/or Procurement operations
- Strong understanding of end-to-end AP processes and procurement lifecycle (PR → PO → Invoice → Payment)
- Hands-on experience in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and compliance
- Ability to analyze data and resolve complex operational issues independently
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a multinational or shared services environment
- Knowledge of SOX controls, audit processes, and vendor compliance
- Exposure to process automation and transformation initiatives
Additional Information
Skills and Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Ownership mindset with focus on quality and timelines
- Collaboration and interpersonal effectiveness
- Ability to mentor and guide junior team members
- Adaptability and continuous improvement mindset
Working Details
- Shift: 01:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Skills and Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- Ownership mindset with focus on quality and timelines
- Collaboration and interpersonal effectiveness
- Ability to mentor and guide junior team members
- Adaptability and continuous improvement mindset
Working Details
- Shift: 01:30 PM to 10:30 PM
Mode: Hybrid
Qualifications:Required Qualifications / Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field
- 3–5 years of experience in Accounts Payable and/or Procurement operations
- Strong understanding of end-to-end AP processes and procurement lifecycle (PR → PO → Invoice → Payment)
- Hands-on experience in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Strong understanding of accounting principles, internal controls, and compliance
- Ability to analyze data and resolve complex operational issues independently
- Good communication and stakeholder management skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a multinational or shared services environment
- Knowledge of SOX controls, audit processes, and vendor compliance
- Exposure to process automation and transformation initiatives