Accounts Payable and Compliance Specialist

Job Title: Accounts Payable and Compliance Specialist

Location: Applicants should live or be prepared to relocate to Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Company: Decklar

Workplace type: On-site

About Decklar

Decklar (formerly Roambee) pioneers Real-Time Decision AI with Unified Visibility, reshaping the supply chains of Global 2000 leaders to be transparent, automated, and sustainable. Within weeks, these enterprises transform key processes like replenishment, goods receipt, revenue forecasting, quality release, security, and asset management into dynamic, risk-informed operations.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accounts Payable and Compliance Specialist.

Key Responsibilities

1. Procure to Pay (P2P)

• Process outgoing payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Record and verify payable transactions in global accounting software (Oracle NetSuite, Acumatica).
• Reconcile accounts payable ledger and vendor statements.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in vendor accounts, including GST input.
• Maintain strong relationships with banking partners and support banking operations.
• Manage vendor master data and ensure proper documentation.

2. Compliance & Global Statutory Requirements

• Prepare and submit regulatory filings across all regions.
• Monitor and implement changes in internal processes due to updates in labour laws, tax regulations, and global compliance standards.
• Prepare and file statutory returns, challans, and reports across jurisdictions.
• Ensure proper TDS is deducted on vendor invoices.
• Handle GST compliance related to vendor invoices and input tax credits.
• Support compliance with PF, PT, FEMA, and other statutory regulations.
• Coordinate with external consultants for statutory audits, tax audits, transfer pricing preparation, and filings.
• Ensure timely advance tax payments and assist in income tax return filings.

3. Payroll Management

• Administer end-to-end payroll processes for employees across multiple regions.
• Ensure accurate calculation of salaries, benefits, deductions, and statutory contributions.
• Maintain employee payroll records and ensure confidentiality.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance teams to validate payroll inputs.
• Generate payslips, payroll reports, and statutory filings on time.

4. Record to Report (R2R) Payroll & Compliance

• Record payroll transactions accurately in the general ledger.
• Reconcile payroll accounts with bank statements and statutory ledgers.
• Ensure proper classification of payroll expenses across cost centres and subsidiaries.
• Post journal entries for payroll, statutory deductions, and compliance-related accruals.
• Support consolidation of payroll and compliance data for group-level reporting.
• Assist in preparing schedules for financial audits and statutory reporting.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation for all statutory filings and audit trails.

5. Reporting & Financial Calendar

• Generate reports on accounts payable status and vendor reconciliations.
• Prepare accruals and journal entries for month-end reporting.
• Assist in finalizing financial statements for subsidiaries.
• Provide data and analysis to support budgeting, expense accounts, and cost centre management.
• Collaborate with internal departments to meet finance calendar deadlines.

6. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with procurement, finance, HR, and compliance teams to streamline processes.
• Coordinate with vendors to resolve queries and maintain positive relationships.
• Liaise with auditors, consultants, and government authorities for assessments, notices, and compliance matters.
• Collaborate with global teams to ensure consistency in compliance practices.
• Act as a point of contact for employee payroll queries and compliance clarifications.
• Support cross-functional initiatives to improve efficiency in the P2P and R2R cycles.

Qualifications & Soft Skills

• Bachelors or masters degree in commerce, Accounting, or related field.
• 35 years of experience in accounts payable, payroll, and statutory compliance.
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping, accounting principles, and statutory regulations.
• Proficient in MS Office and ERP/accounting software (Oracle NetSuite, Acumatica preferred).
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Integrity and ethical standards in handling vendor, payroll, and compliance matters.
• Problem-solving mindset with proactive approach to resolving issues.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities with intercultural competency.

Is Decklar Right for You?

We embrace multiple personalities and working styles. These traits will enable a successful and fulfilling career with us:

• Youre highly self-managedyou take ownership and thrive with autonomy.
• Youre proactive, fearless, and articulate, communicating clearly across teams and time zones.
• You love to back ideas with data, experiment fast, and iterate faster.
• You enjoy working in global teams with diverse cultures and perspectives.

Read more about how Responsible Rebels at Decklar make great things happen: https://www.decklar.com/resources/blogs/we-are-responsible-rebels/

Work Authorization: The candidate must be authorized to work in India legally.

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