Summary role description:

Hiring for a Senior Finance officer – (AP & AR) for a leading BankTech SaaS Mobile App platform provider.

Company description:

Our client is a leading digital banking solutions provider, with a strong track record in designing, developing, and deploying digital solutions for leading banks across Asia, the Middle East and Africa. They partner with our clients in their digital transformation journey, delivering best-in-class UX and innovative new services built on a secure, scalable digital platform. Our client is the currently the partner of choice for several top banks for their digital banking needs.

Role details:

• Title / Designation: Senior Finance officer – (AP & AR)
• Reporting Manager: Finance Manager
• Location: Chennai

Role & responsibilities:

• Accounts Receivable:
• Coordinate with customers for approval of Retainer timesheets
• Prepare and issue invoices to customers.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding receivables.
• Process customer payments and reconcile accounts.
• Handle customer inquiries and resolve billing issues.
• Maintain accurate records of all receivable transactions.
• Collections: Implement and manage effective collection strategies to ensure timely payment of outstanding invoices. Communicate with customers to resolve payment issues and coordinate with project managers and sales managers when necessary.
• Accounts Payable:
• Review and verify vendor invoices.
• Review contractors’ invoices to ensure aligned with billed to India customers (Retainer billing)
• Process payments to vendors in a timely manner.
• Reconcile vendor statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of all payable transactions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Financial Reporting:
• Work closely with sales team, project management, and other cross functional teams to gather relevant information for projects reporting
• Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Provide support during audits and financial reviews.
• Prepare and maintain financial documentation and records.
• Compliance and Processes: Ensure compliance to internal controls, policies and procedures. 
• Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes and procedures.
• Implement best practices to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Undertake assignments from time to time

Candidate requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in accounts receivable and accounts payable roles
• Regional finance exposure in the IT/Software industry is a must
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial regulations.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other MS office applications, and accounting software 
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills both in oral and written.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical skills, passionate, self-initiative, critical mind-set

Selection process:

• Interview with Finance Manager
• Interview with Finance leadership team
• HR Discussions