Job Title:  Assistant Manager | Accounts Payable | Mumbai | Finance & Accounts

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Your work profile

We are seeking an Assistant Manager in Deloitte India Accounting Operations team, specializing in Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP). You will be a key player ensuring smooth and accurate transaction processing and governance. You will lead AR/AP operations for a Business Unit, driving process efficiency, compliance, and control. This role is part of Deloitte South-East Asia CFO’s organization and reports to the Manager – Accounting Operations.

Job description

AR / AP / Employee Expenses Management:

·      Oversee Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Expense processing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

·      Monitor invoice processing, payments, collections, and vendor reconciliations.

·      Manage aging reports and follow up on outstanding receivables and payables to ensure optimal working capital.

Process Compliance & Control:

·      Ensure strict adherence to internal controls, company policies, and regulatory requirements.

·      Perform regular audits and validations of AR/AP transactions and documentation.

·      Identify and mitigate risks related to payment fraud, errors, or compliance breaches.

Reconciliation & Reporting:

·      Conduct detailed reconciliations of AR/AP ledgers, resolving discrepancies promptly.

·      Prepare and deliver monthly operational reports, highlighting key metrics and anomalies.

·      Support month-end close activities related to AR/AP balances and reporting.

Process Improvement & Automation:

·      Identify opportunities for process optimization and automation to enhance efficiency.

·      Collaborate with technology teams to implement system upgrades and improvements.

·      Drive continuous improvement initiatives based on data trends and stakeholder feedback.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:

·      Act as a primary contact for AR/AP/ expense issues within the Business Unit and coordinate with global and cross-functional teams.

·      Work closely with Finance, Treasury, Procurement, and external vendors to resolve operational challenges.

·      Support audits and compliance reviews by providing required documentation and insights.

Must have:

·      6+ years of experience in Accounts Receivable/Accounts Payable/Employee Travel & Expense  operations, preferably in professional services, consulting, or technology sectors.

·      Strong knowledge of AR/AP processes, Travel policies, internal controls, and statutory compliance.

·      Hands-on experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.

·      Advanced Excel skills and experience with reporting and data analysis.

·      Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

·      Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Qualification:

·      Graduate or MBA in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce.

·      Professional certifications such as CA, CPA, or equivalent will be an advantage

Key competency:

·      End-to-End AR/AP/employee travel & expense Operations Expertise

·      Strong Compliance & Control Mindset

·      Reconciliation & Reporting Accuracy

·      ERP System Proficiency (SAP preferred)

·      Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

·      Effective Communication & Collaboration

·      Continuous Process Improvement Focus

Location:

• Thane, Mumbai . Hybrid environment requiring in-Office working @50% of work days.

Your role as a Executive

We expect our people to embrace and live our purpose by challenging themselves to identify issues that are most important for our clients, our people, and for society.

In addition to living our purpose, Executive in Deloitte must strive to be:

• Inspiring - Leading with integrity to build inclusion and motivation.
• Committed to creating purpose - Creating a sense of vision and purpose.
• Agile - Achieving high-quality results through collaboration and Team unity.
• Skilled at building diverse capability - Developing diverse capabilities for the future.
• Persuasive / Influencing - Persuading and influencing stakeholders.
• Collaborating - Partnering to build new solutions.
• Delivering value - Showing commercial acumen
• Committed to expanding business - Leveraging new business opportunities.
• Analytical Acumen - Leveraging data to recommend impactful approach and solutions through the power of analysis and visualization.
• Effective communication – Must be well abled to have well-structured and well-articulated conversations to achieve win-win possibilities.

• Engagement Management / Delivery Excellence - Effectively managing engagement(s) to ensure timely and proactive execution as well as course correction for

the success of engagement(s)

• Managing change - Responding to changing environment with resilience
• Managing Quality & Risk - Delivering high quality results and mitigating risks with utmost integrity and precision
• Strategic Thinking & Problem Solving - Applying strategic mindset to solve business issues and complex problems.
• Tech Savvy - Leveraging ethical technology practices to deliver high impact for clients and for Deloitte.
• Empathetic leadership and inclusivity - creating a safe and thriving environment where everyone's valued for who they are, use empathy to understand others to adapt our behaviors and attitudes to become more inclusive. 

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