Lead, Accounts Payable

Job Description

About us

WeWork India is one of India's leading flexible workspace operators - Great Place To Work certified (Nov 2024 - Nov 2025), aimed at creating flexible workspace solutions for companies of all sizes.

Since its inception in India in 2016, WeWork India has expanded across 68 operational centres in Chennai, New Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, and Hyderabad. WeWork India meets distinct workspace needs, for various businesses. WeWork India strives to provide customised and curated solutions for various office space needs through its products and solutions.

At WeWork India, we're driven by collaboration, creativity, and a shared vision to redefine the future of work. If you're looking to be part of a dynamic, fast-growing organisation that values talent and fosters growth, join us and build your future with WeWork India.

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About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable Lead to manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of the accounts payable department. The Accounts Payable Lead will be responsible for ensuring the accurate processing of vendor invoices, timely payments, and compliance with standard operating policies. This role requires leadership skills to guide the team and collaborate cross-functionally with other departments.

Roles and responsibilities

- Invoice & Payment Processing:

- Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, verification, approval, and payment of vendor invoices.

- Ensure invoices are inputted correctly, and discrepancies are resolved in a timely manner.

- Manage the preparation and processing of weekly/monthly payments to vendors.

- Maintain accurate records of all payments, ensuring alignment with the company's budget and policies.

- Vendor Management:

- Build and maintain positive relationships with vendors and suppliers.

- Address and resolve any vendor queries or issues promptly and professionally.

- Issuance of TDS certificates to respective vendors on a quarterly basis.

- Reconciliation & Reporting:

- Reconcile accounts payable transactions to the general ledger to ensure accuracy and completeness.

- Prepare and review monthly accounts payable reports, including aging reports and payment schedules.

- Assist with month-end and year-end close processes related to accounts payable.

- Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting policies.

- Circulate and obtain balance confirmations on a quarterly basis to vendors on a rotational basis.

- Process Improvement & Compliance:

- Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce the risk of errors.

- Ensure compliance with relevant tax and regulatory requirements (e.g., GST, TDS and TCS etc.,).

- Assist with audits and prepare necessary documentation for external auditors.

Experience and qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (preferred).
- Minimum 5 years of experience in accounts payable, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
- Strong understanding of accounts payable processes and financial accounting principles.
- Experience with accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks) and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work across departments and with external vendors.
- Ability to lead and motivate a team.
- Knowledge of tax compliance and regulatory requirements related to accounts payable.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WeWork India is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our employees and members. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

We expect all employees to embody our values and all aspects of employment including the decisions to hire and promote, are based on merit, competence, performance and business needs.

Our total rewards philosophy is aimed at providing compensation that is competitive, performance linked and helps us attract and retain the talent we need to drive our business forward and serve our members. As part of WeWork India, our commitment to you is that you'll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters collaboration, flexibility and inclusion.