Supervise end-to-end Accounts Payable activities including invoice receipt, validation, posting, and payment processing
Ensure timely processing of vendor invoices in compliance with agreed SLAs
Review and manage vendor reconciliations, statement matching, and resolution of discrepancies
Ensure proper accounting treatment and accurate month-end close related to AP
Oversee AP aging, follow-up on blocked invoices, and minimize overdue liabilities
Concur & Employee Reimbursements
Supervise employee travel and expense (T&E) reimbursements processed through SAP Concur
Ensure expense claims comply with company travel & expense policies and tax regulations
Review and approve high-value or exception employee claims
Monitor reimbursement timelines and address employee escalations
Partner with HR and Travel teams on policy enforcement and system enhancements
Compliance & Controls
Ensure compliance with Indian statutory requirements including GST, TDS, and applicable withholding taxes
Maintain strong internal controls and documentation for audits (internal & external)
Support statutory audits, SOX controls, and management audits
Ensure adherence to Delegation of Authority (DOA) and company financial policies
Team Management
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Accounts Payable and Reimbursement analysts
Allocate work, manage workloads, and ensure productivity targets are met
Conduct regular performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching
Identify training needs and support skill development
Stakeholder Management
Act as primary point of contact for internal stakeholders, vendors, and global finance teams
Handle escalations related to payments, reimbursements, and system issues
Collaborate with IT and process owners on Concur and ERP-related issues
Process Improvement
Identify opportunities for process simplification, automation, and efficiency improvements
Support transition activities, SOP documentation, and standardization initiatives
Participate in global P2P transformation and continuous improvement projects
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
Education
Bachelor's degree in commerce, Accounting, Finance, or related field, M.Com, MBA Finance
6-9 years of experience in Accounts Payable and Employee Reimbursements
Minimum 2-3 years of team handling or supervisory experience
In depth knowledge in SoX, audit and compliance, project management
Hands-on experience with SAP Concur and ERP system
Strong exposure to Indian taxation (GST, TDS) and statutory compliance
Skills & Competencies
Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay and Travel & Expense processes
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong people management and leadership capabilities
High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Proficient in MS Excel and financial reporting
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Timely processing of AP and employee reimbursements
SLA adherence and reduction in backlog/aging
Audit findings and compliance metrics
Employee and stakeholder satisfaction
Team productivity and accuracy rates
Additional Details
This job has a full time weekly schedule.
Travel Required:
No
Shift:
Day
Duration:
No End Date
Job Function:
Finance
Additional Information
Job Description
As a Supervisor for India Accounts Payable, you are responsible for overseeing end-to-end Accounts Payable operations including employee expense reimbursements, and Concur expense management for India entities, SoX, audit and compliance, project management. This role ensures accurate, timely processing of invoices and employee claims, compliance with company policies and Indian regulatory requirements (GST, TDS), and delivery of high-quality service to internal and external stakeholders. The supervisor will lead a team, drive process improvements, and ensure strong internal controls.
Agilent · India