AGM, Finance

Role : AGM, Finance (Accounts Payables, SSC)Company : Listed manufacturing company (steel)Location : Raigarh, ChhattisgarhOverview :Lead and manage the end-to-end invoice processing function, ensuring operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and process excellence. Drive strategic initiatives for automation, quality assurance, and policy adherence while mentoring the team and acting as a key liaison with cross-functional departments and senior leadership.Responsibilities :Lead and manage end-to-end invoice processing for PO-based, non-PO-based, DPR, LC, and import invoices, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with internal controls, GST, SOX, and relevant financial regulationsOversee and optimize invoice workflows, including 3-way/2-way matching, exception handling, and resolution of discrepancies such as blocked invoices, pricing/quantity variances, and GR/IR clearing, collaborating with procurement, receiving, treasury, and HR teamsDrive automation initiatives and system enhancements in collaboration with IT and ERP teams (SAP Hana, Nimble, Vendor invoice management tools) to improve invoice posting accuracy and efficiencyMentor and lead the invoice processing team, fostering high performance, knowledge sharing, and adherence to best practices while managing escalations and acting as the primary liaison for business unit queriesMonitor and analyze invoice processing performance metrics, SLA adherence, aging, and blocked invoice reports; prepare and present comprehensive reports and strategic insights to the AP SSC HeadEnsure audit readiness and quality assurance by maintaining thorough documentation, supporting internal and external audit processes, and continuously improving process controls and SOPsCollaborate with finance teams to support AP sub-ledger reconciliations, month-end accruals, and financial close activities in alignment with organizational goalsChampion compliance with statutory requirements including GST, tax certificates, 15CA/CB forms for imports, internal AP policies, and regulatory guidelines to maintain operational integrity and risk mitigationQualification/ Experience/ Skills:Candidate must be MBA (finance), CA or CWA qualified8 to 12 years of progressive experience in accounts payable, invoice processing , or related finance roles, ideally in GCC or multinational environmentsProven track record in handling complex invoice processing operations and leading teamsExperience in process improvements, compliance, and automation within invoice processingProfessional certifications in finance, accounts payable or procure-to-pay (P2P) functions are desirableProficiency in ERP systems especially SAP Hana and invoice management automation toolsDeep understanding of invoice verification, 3-way matching, internal controls, and GST complianceAdvanced skills in Microsoft Excel, data analysis, and dashboard/reporting tools (Power BI, SAC)Knowledge of Ind AS and applicable regulations impacting invoice processing