Associate - PTP

Job Title: Associate - Procure to Pay

Location: Kolkata

Department: Finance – Procure to Pay

About the Role:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Payable (IP & payments) Processor to support the transition of AP operations for our German business unit into our in-house shared services center. This role is critical in ensuring a smooth migration of processes, maintaining compliance with German accounting standards, and delivering timely and accurate invoice processing in a high-volume environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Invoice Processing:




• Accurately process vendor invoices in SAP or other ERP systems.


• Ensure compliance with German VAT regulations and company policies.


• Perform 3-way matching of invoices, purchase orders, and goods receipts.




• Vendor Management:




• Handle vendor queries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.


• Support onboarding and master data maintenance for German vendors.




• Transition Support:




• Collaborate with transition teams to document (Process maps, SOPs) and standardize AP processes.


• Execute knowledge transfer sessions and process walkthroughs.


• Identify and escalate transition-related risks or issues.




• Reporting & Analysis:




• Assist in AP aging analysis, GRIR reporting and payment forecasting


• Contribute to monthly closing activities.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance.


• 5+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, preferably in a shared services or MNC.


• Familiarity with German accounting standards and VAT regulations


• Experience with SAP


• Strong communication skills in English & German language expert to process invoices/ address queries


• Ability to work in a fast-paced, transitioning environment with tight deadlines.


• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.