EY Consulting is dedicated to building a better working world by transforming businesses through the synergy of people, technology, and innovation. Our client-focused approach prioritizes delivering sustained value by addressing their most critical strategic challenges. We operate across three key sub-service lines: Business Consulting (encompassing Performance Improvement and Risk Consulting), Technology Consulting, and People Advisory Services.

Business Consulting collaborates with clients to redefine their business purpose and models, foster growth, optimize costs, adapt to market pressures, and resolve operational hurdles. This team’s expertise spans innovation, strategy, and purpose, supported by deep functional knowledge in business transformation, finance, supply chain, and operations. We provide comprehensive support for complex, large-scale program and portfolio management initiatives.

Within Business Consulting, we engage in Finance Consulting to assess and enhance client finance functions for improved performance and effectiveness. We guide organizations in implementing service and cost improvement strategies, and in embedding performance management processes and cultures that align the business with its core objectives. Additionally, our Business Transformation capabilities bring together multidisciplinary expertise in transformation architecture, experience design, business design, and execution to tackle complex, multi-year, multi-stakeholder transformation programs. Our Supply Chain and Operations team offers a distinct blend of industry-specific, strategic, operational, and financial insights, leveraging digital advancements and strategic partnerships to achieve superior outcomes and drive fundamental improvements in operational performance, supporting sales growth, cost competitiveness, risk mitigation, and operational resilience.

In this role, you will lead and mentor a team of Procure to Pay (PTP) Specialists, effectively delegating tasks and monitoring performance against established goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). You will conduct regular performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and foster a positive, collaborative team environment while addressing employee concerns promptly.

Your oversight will extend to the entire PTP process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, travel and expense claims, purchase orders, and payment requests. You will identify and implement process improvements to boost efficiency and accuracy within the PTP cycle, monitor and resolve discrepancies in invoices, purchase orders, and payments, and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless operations.

Crucially, you will ensure strict compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements, while maintaining and enforcing internal controls to protect company assets and prevent fraud. You will also actively participate in internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and support, and stay abreast of evolving accounting regulations and best practices.

Furthermore, you will analyze accounts payable reports, including aging reports, payment forecasts, and KPIs, to identify trends and anomalies, recommending corrective actions as needed. You will serve as an escalation point for complex accounts payable issues, investigating and resolving discrepancies efficiently, and developing solutions to prevent recurrence. This includes reviewing and approving vendor statement reconciliations and ensuring timely resolution of outstanding items.

Your role will also involve collaborating with IT and other departments to maintain and enhance the accounts payable system, participating in system upgrades and implementations, and troubleshooting system-related issues. You will be responsible for managing supplier queries, prioritizing aging items, and meeting agreed-upon turnaround times and service-level agreements.

We are seeking a graduate with 5 to 8 years of experience in Procure to Pay (PTP) processes. A strong understanding of PTP workflows, including invoice validation, purchase order matching, reconciliations, and exception handling, is essential.

Previous experience supervising the delivery of PTP processes is required. You should also possess experience in invoice and vendor management, including effectively resolving supplier queries. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, commercially focused, and demonstrates a strong client service approach, with the confidence to build relationships both internally and externally.

We value well-organized individuals with a knack for prioritization, who exhibit a flexible attitude and remain calm under pressure. Proficiency in ERP platforms, advanced Microsoft Excel skills, and strong reporting capabilities are necessary. A thorough knowledge of end-to-end Accounts Payable processes is a must.

To qualify, you must hold a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) or Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree. A Master of Commerce (M.Com) is also acceptable. You should have at least 3 years of experience in Financial Analysis. We are looking for individuals who can work collaboratively across departments, adhere to commercial and legal requirements, and possess a practical approach to solving complex problems with an ability to deliver insightful and actionable solutions. Candidates should be agile, curious, mindful, and maintain positive energy, demonstrating adaptability and creativity in their work.