Director, Accounts Payable at Jobgether

, , India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Jun, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Accounts Payable Strategy, Team Leadership, Invoice Processing, Process Optimization, ERP Systems, SOX Compliance, Internal Controls, Vendor Management, Financial Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Audit Readiness, Cash Flow Analysis

Industry

Internet Marketplace Platforms

Description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Director, Accounts Payable based in India. This is a senior finance leadership role responsible for shaping and scaling a high-performing Accounts Payable function in a fast-growing, global business environment. The role combines strategic oversight with hands-on operational leadership, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across all AP processes. You will lead and mentor a team of AP professionals while driving continuous improvement in workflows, systems, and controls. A key focus will be building scalable processes that support high transaction volumes and complex vendor ecosystems across international operations. You will also play a critical role in strengthening financial governance through SOX-compliant controls and audit readiness. Working cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, and Procurement teams, you will help streamline end-to-end financial operations and improve overall business efficiency. This position offers the opportunity to directly influence financial integrity and operational excellence at scale. \n Accountabilities: Develop and lead the end-to-end Accounts Payable strategy, ensuring alignment with broader finance and business objectives. Manage, mentor, and grow a high-performing AP team, fostering accountability, accuracy, and operational excellence. Oversee invoice processing, vendor payments, reconciliations, and end-to-end AP operations with a focus on timeliness and control. Drive process optimization initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce operational costs, and scale AP operations effectively. Implement and enhance AP systems, ERP tools, and automation solutions to improve accuracy and workflow performance. Establish and maintain strong internal controls, ensuring SOX compliance and adherence to accounting and audit standards. Build strong vendor relationships, ensuring timely payments, dispute resolution, and effective stakeholder management. Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Procurement, and Internal Audit teams to improve process alignment and resolve audit findings. Deliver accurate reporting and insights on AP performance, cash flow impact, and operational KPIs to senior stakeholders. Requirements: 10+ years of experience in Accounts Payable, Finance Operations, or related accounting roles, including 2–4+ years in leadership positions. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Strong experience managing large-scale AP operations in complex, high-volume environments. Hands-on expertise with ERP systems and accounting platforms (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar). Solid understanding of SOX compliance, internal controls, and audit requirements. Proven ability to design and implement process improvements and automation initiatives. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex AP issues. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills for working across internal teams and external vendors. Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment, manage tight deadlines, and lead under pressure. Strong leadership capability with a track record of building, developing, and motivating teams. Benefits: Competitive senior-level compensation package aligned with leadership responsibilities. Opportunity to lead and scale a critical global finance function in a high-growth environment. Exposure to international operations and complex, large-scale financial processes. Flexible work arrangements depending on team and business requirements. Strong emphasis on professional growth, leadership development, and process innovation. Comprehensive health and wellness benefits in line with industry standards. Collaborative, performance-driven environment with significant ownership and impact. \n How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1

Responsibilities

Lead and scale the end-to-end Accounts Payable function, ensuring operational excellence and compliance across global operations. Drive process automation, manage vendor relationships, and maintain strong financial governance through SOX-compliant controls.