Lead Specialist GES Finance ANH

Job Title : Lead Specialist GES Finance ANH

Location: Hyderabad

Job Type: Contract

Position OverviewThis position is responsible for managing end-to-end accounts payable operations, ensuring accurate invoice processing, timely payments, and effective month-end and year-end close activities. This role plays a critical part in maintaining financial accuracy, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with company policies and internal controls.The position requires strong analytical capabilities, hands-on experience with ERP systems, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve payment, cash management, and process-related issues efficiently.Key Responsibilities

• Manage and support month-end closing activities, ensuring all AP transactions are accurately recorded and reconciled within timelines.
• Prepare and deliver critical reports that impact AP postings, payment processing, and financial closures.
• Process vendor invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with company policies and agreed SLAs.
• Monitor and manage invoice blocks, release blocked invoices, and proactively address overdue items across all regions.
• Analyze aging reports and take ownership of resolving overdue balances and invoices stuck in the system.
• Monitor and resolve BOT (automation) posting-related issues to ensure smooth invoice processing and minimize manual intervention.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams such as Procurement, Finance, Treasury, and IT to resolve payment discrepancies, cash management issues, and vendor concerns.
• Proactively identify and analyze issues before they escalate, driving timely resolution and process efficiency.
• Manage and resolve queries through a structured ticketing system, ensuring adherence to SLAs and proper documentation.
• Support year-end closing activities, including reconciliations, accrual validations, and audit requirements.
• Ensure accurate and timely vendor payments, maintaining strong vendor relationships and compliance standards.
• Continuously identify process improvement opportunities and support automation and standardization initiatives.

Job Complexity

• Involves handling high volumes of invoices and transactions across multiple regions with varying compliance requirements.
• Requires strong analytical skills to resolve complex issues related to invoice blocks, overdue payments, and system posting errors.
• Entails managing dependencies across multiple teams (Procurement, Treasury, IT), requiring strong coordination and follow-up.
• Requires working under strict deadlines during month-end and year-end close cycles.
• Involves interpreting financial data and operational reports to drive decision-making and process improvements.
• Requires understanding of automated processes (BOT) and ability to troubleshoot exceptions.

Professional Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate and resolve issues.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• High level of ownership, accountability, and integrity.
• Process-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Good teamwork and collaboration skills in a global environment.
• Adaptability to evolving systems, tools, and business requirements.