Finance Analyst

Job description

**This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Finance Analyst based in India.** This role offers the opportunity to support high-volume accounts payable operations within a structured, collaborative finance environment. You will manage supplier invoices, payments, reconciliations, exceptions, and related controls while ensuring accuracy and timely processing. The position requires close collaboration with site teams, suppliers, surveyors, accountants, and other finance stakeholders. You will play an important role in maintaining strong financial controls, preventing duplicate payments, and resolving transaction-related issues. The role combines process ownership, analytical attention to detail, customer service, and continuous improvement. You will work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment where accuracy, compliance, and responsiveness are essential. This is a strong opportunity to develop your accounts payable expertise while gaining exposure to real estate finance operations and international stakeholders. ### Accountabilities - Process supplier invoices, credit notes, and other accounts payable transactions accurately and within agreed turnaround times. - Initiate payment processing and maintain effective controls to prevent duplicate payments and ensure suppliers are paid on time. - Verify that transactions comply with established mandates and obtain appropriate approvals where system mandates are not available. - Work closely with site managers, surveyors, suppliers, accountants, and finance teams to resolve invoice matching, coding, funding, approval, and payment-related issues. - Conduct supplier reconciliations on scheduled or ad hoc cycles, ensuring accuracy and completion within defined timelines. - Take ownership of the accounts payable process and proactively follow up with relevant stakeholders to prevent payment delays. - Maintain full compliance with applicable RICS and ISAE guidelines and internal process controls. - Prepare daily and weekly reports covering multiple sites and vendors, ensuring all reporting deadlines are met. - Prioritize urgent payment requests and exceptions while maintaining accuracy in a high-volume, exceptions-driven environment. - Monitor individual performance against agreed KPIs, turnaround times, and accuracy thresholds, escalating potential issues and KPI misses to the Team Leader. - Communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders and suppliers through email and phone as required. - Maintain accurate individual production logs and other process documentation. - Identify and prevent duplicate invoices and proactively follow up with suppliers and site teams to recover outstanding amounts where necessary. - Identify operational risks and recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and control. - Participate in discussions with site staff, accountants, and international teams to improve accounts payable processes and resolve recurring issues. ## Requirements - At least 1 year of professional experience in accounts payable or a closely related finance function. - A degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or a related discipline. - Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and other stakeholders. - Experience in a real estate environment or real estate accounting is an advantage. - Ability to work across multiple systems, processes, and accounts payable workflows. - Strong attention to detail and a consistently high level of accuracy when handling financial transactions and records. - Ability to multitask, prioritize competing requests, work effectively under pressure, and consistently meet deadlines. - Demonstrated ownership, reliability, professionalism, and a strong work ethic. - Good understanding of client service principles and the ability to maintain positive stakeholder relationships. - Ability and willingness to collaborate with site teams and accountants to resolve issues and improve processes. - Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying discrepancies, exceptions, and potential risks. - Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive client and financial information. - Willingness to take on new responsibilities, learn new systems, and adapt to changing processes. - Strong interpersonal skills and the flexibility to work additional hours when business requirements demand it. - Ability to work effectively within a diverse, collaborative, and performance-driven professional environment. ## Benefits - Fully remote working opportunity based in Gurugram, India. - 40-hour scheduled work week. - Competitive compensation and benefits package. - Comprehensive Total Rewards program designed to support employee wellbeing and professional growth. - Inclusive and collaborative working environment. - Opportunities to develop expertise in accounts payable and real estate finance operations. - Exposure to international stakeholders and cross-functional finance teams. - Opportunities to take on new responsibilities and expand skills across finance systems and processes. - Supportive environment focused on professional development and realizing your full potential. - Encouragement to apply even if you do not meet every listed requirement but can demonstrate relevant skills and experience.