India - Accounts Payable Executive

Who are Inchcape?

At Inchcape Shipping Services, our vision is to create a connected world where customers can trade successfully and make informed decisions in every port, everywhere. We achieve this by combining our worldwide infrastructure with local expertise, through our global network of more than 250 proprietary offices and a team of over 3,000 dedicated professionals. Our diverse customer base includes owners and charterers in the oil, cruise, container, and bulk commodity sectors, as well as naval, government, and intergovernmental organizations.

We have an ambitious growth model, and a career here is certainly going to be a rewarding one that will allow you to bring your skills

& experience. We embrace change and are open to new thinking and pushing for positive change in our industry.

Main Purpose of Job:

Executive – Accounts Payable is responsible for accurate and timely processing of payment to Advances & Settlements from various Inchcape offices as well as third party agents for Crew Logistic business.

Key Accountabilities:

As part of Accounts Payable team, the individual would be accountable for

• Verify & process the payments to LPA / Vendors in accordance with company policies.


• Ensure timely payments to LPA / Vendors (including Advances)


• Reconciling the LPA / Vendor SOA & resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.


• Monitoring INTRAY Documents & adjustment posting before processing the payments to LPA / Vendor.


• Coordinating with DA Team, OPS Team & Other Team to resolve any invoices, system or payment related issues.


• Monitor AP aging reports and follow up on outstanding items


• Assist in month-end closing activities such as Bank reconciliation report & other reports as required by management.


• Preparation weekly cashflow report, Cashbook for customers.


• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all AP transactions


• Drive process improvements and automation initiatives within the AP function.


• Training and mentoring juniors AP Team members.

Key Deliverables:

• Timely payment to LPA / Vendor & SOA reconciliation


• Ensuring timely & correct BRS report at month end


• Analyzing the open items in books & discussing with Supervisor for further action.


• Supporting other team members & providing guidance whenever required

Competency Requirements:

Core:

• Customer Focus


• Ethics and Integrity


• Organisational Commitment


• Health & Safety Compliance

Key:

• Team Work


• Quality Focus


• Adaptability and Change


• Initiative


• Flexibility

Knowledge, Experience and Skills:

Essential:

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and AP processes.


• Knowledge of MS Office (Word & Excel) & Internet.


• 3 - 5 years’ experience in similar profile.


• Good verbal and written English Langue communication skills.

Desirable:

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time-management skills.


• Ability to demonstrate a professional, confident attitude


• Ability to handle high-volume transactions and work under pressure.

Education and Professional Qualifications:

Essential:

• Graduate in Finance

Desirable:

• Shipping Course

Why Inchcape Shipping Services?

We believe in building a diverse and high-performing workforce that works together to provide our customers with the exceptional service they deserve. To reach the highest standards, we depend on our people, their welfare, training and expertise. We realise the value of our staff and know that your unique experiences, skills and passions will help you to build a rich and rewarding career in our dynamic industry.

Our values are at the centre of everything we do, and the successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate and fully adopt these:

Global Perspective - we connect the world and see the bigger picture.

The Power of People - we rely on the strength of local agent knowledge and relationships.

Progress - we adopt new thinking and push for positive change in our industry.

In return, we will offer you:

A diverse range of benefits, depending on your geographical location. Globally, as a minimum, you will receive:

• A retirement savings plan


• Life assurance


• Holiday


• Competitive salary


• Employee Assistance Programme


• Career development and progression opportunities


• Values Award celebration events

Plus, much more!

If you think that you have the right skills, knowledge and attitude to join our team, then we invite you to apply by simply clicking at the top of this advert!

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Appointment to this role will be subject to satisfactory references and possession of a valid Right to Work documentation depending upon your geographical location.

Inchcape is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and equality, diversity and inclusion are at the centre of everything we do. We recognise that our customers, colleagues, contractors and other partners are central to our success and that we work in a diverse society. We acknowledge not only our legal, but also our moral responsibility to ensure all groups have equality of opportunity.

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