- Professional
- Ufficio in Chennai
About the Role
As the Accounts Payable (AP) Manager, you will play a key role in building and leading our AP operations from Chennai. This role requires strong expertise in U.S. based accounts payable processes, with a focus on transitioning work from onshore to offshore, standardizing practices, and improving efficiency through better tools and automation.
You will be responsible for establishing a robust offshore AP team, defining scalable workflows, and ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timeliness of financial operations.
About you
You are an AP expert with hands-on experience in U.S. finance operations and a proven track record in transitioning and scaling offshore teams.
You are passionate about process optimization, automation, and compliance.
You bring a strong balance of operational excellence and people leadership, and you thrive in collaborative, global environments.
What you’ll do
Understand current U.S. AP processes, tools, and technologies to map the transition path
Define and implement a streamlined and automated AP operating model for India
Lead the full lifecycle transition of AP operations from the U.S. to India
Build, manage, and develop an offshore AP team with clear performance and service benchmarks
Drive process standardization and identify areas for cost and efficiency improvements
Collaborate with U.S. finance and business stakeholders to ensure alignment and transparency
Ensure full compliance with accounting standards, tax obligations, and internal controls
Utilize ERP systems (preferably Workday) to manage workflow and reporting
What you’ll need
8+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, including 3+ years in managing offshore transitions
Hands-on experience with U.S.-based AP processes including invoice management, vendor coordination, and reconciliations
Prior experience in AP transitions from the U.S. to India is essential
Working knowledge of Workday or similar ERP platforms is preferred
Strong communication skills – both written and verbal – with fluency in business English
Demonstrated experience in building and leading high-performing teams
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and process improvement skills
Ability to work in US time zones and collaborate with global stakeholders
