Senior Accounts Payable Specialist

The Vacancy

We are looking for a Senior Accounts Payable Specialist to help establish and lead the purchase ledger function within our new finance team in Chennai. This is a senior role suited to someone who enjoys building processes, working with autonomy, and supporting the development of a growing team.

You will take ownership of day-to-day Accounts Payable operations while shaping best practices, implementing controls, and mentoring junior colleagues. As one of the first senior hires, you will play a key role in creating a structured, efficient function within a fast-growing and dynamic business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day purchase ledger operations, ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately and within deadlines
• Own supplier statement reconciliations end-to-end, investigating and resolving discrepancies with suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Develop, document, and embed robust purchase ledger processes and controls
• Provide guidance, coaching, and oversight to junior accounts assistants, supporting their development
• Act as the escalation point for complex invoice queries, disputes, and exceptions
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process enhancements in collaboration with UK Finance and wider stakeholders
• Supervise month-end close activities, including accruals, reconciliations, and reporting
• Collaborate with teams across Pro Carrier and GB Global to ensure consistent and efficient financial operations

What We're Looking For:

• Proven Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger experience with full end-to-end ownership
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members
• Strong supplier reconciliation skills and experience handling complex queries
• Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Experience building or improving processes and introducing structure
• Strong Excel and systems skills (ERP experience preferred)
• Excellent communication skills and confidence working with international stakeholders
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and analytical, with a proactive and solution-focused approach

If you're ready to take ownership, build processes, and play a key role in a growing finance function, we'd love to hear from you.