Accounts Payable - Lead Associate - Experience - Minimum 3 Years UPTO 5 Years - Candidate should be comfortable with both UK & US Shift ( Timings :- 1pm to 10pm and 6pm to 2am )

Company Description

WNS, part of Capgemini, is an Agentic AI-powered leader in intelligent operations and transformation, serving more than 700 clients across 10 industries, including Banking and Financial Services, Healthcare, Insurance, Shipping and Logistics, and Travel and Hospitality. We bring together deep domain excellence – WNS’ core differentiator – with AI-powered platforms and analytics to help businesses innovate, scale, adapt and build resilience in a world defined by disruption.Our purpose is clear: to enable lasting business value by designing intelligent, human-led solutions that deliver sustainable outcomes and a differentiated impact. With three global headquarters across four continents, operations in 13 countries, 65 delivery centers and more than 66,000 employees, WNS combines scale, expertise and execution to create meaningful, measurable impact.

Job Description

The Accounts Payable Analyst is responsible for processing vendor invoices, employee expense reimbursements, payment execution, vendor account management, and reconciliation activities while ensuring compliance with M&T Bank's financial controls, policies, and regulatory requirements.

The role requires strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high levels of accuracy and service delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Invoice Processing

• Review, validate, and process vendor invoices accurately and timely.

• Perform 2-way and 3-way matching of invoices against purchase orders and receipts.

• Ensure proper coding of invoices to appropriate GL accounts and cost centers.

• Resolve invoice exceptions and discrepancies with internal stakeholders and vendors.

Payment Processing

• Prepare and execute payment runs in accordance with approved schedules.

• Process ACH, wire transfers, checks, and other payment methods.

• Monitor payment statuses and resolve payment-related issues.

• Ensure compliance with payment approval matrices and internal controls.

Vendor Management

• Manage vendor onboarding and maintenance activities.

• Validate vendor documentation and banking information.

• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payments, invoices, and account balances.

• Maintain positive relationships with vendors and business partners.

Reconciliation & Reporting

• Perform monthly AP reconciliations and aging analysis.

• Investigate and resolve outstanding balances and unreconciled items.

• Support period-end and year-end closing activities.

• Prepare AP reports and KPI dashboards for management review.

Compliance & Controls

• Adhere to SOX, audit, and regulatory requirements.

• Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation.

• Participate in internal and external audit activities.

• Identify control gaps and support process improvement initiatives.

Continuous Improvement

• Assist in process standardization and automation projects.

• Participate in Lean/Six Sigma initiatives.

• Recommend improvements to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and customer experience.

Qualifications

Required QualificationsEducation• Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.Experience• 2–5 years of experience in Accounts Payable, Procure-to-Pay, or Finance Operations.• Experience supporting banking, financial services, or shared services environments preferred.• Experience working with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, or similar platforms.________________________________________Required SkillsTechnical Skills• Strong understanding of Accounts Payable processes and controls.• Knowledge of invoice processing, vendor management, and reconciliations.• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Data Analysis).• Familiarity with ERP systems and workflow tools.Soft Skills• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability.• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.• Customer-focused mindset.________________________________________Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)• Invoice processing accuracy ≥ 99%• Payment accuracy ≥ 99.5%• SLA adherence ≥ 98%• Vendor query resolution within agreed timelines• Reduction in aged invoices and payment exceptions• Audit compliance with no significant findings________________________________________Preferred Qualifications• Experience in Banking & Financial Services industry.• Knowledge of SOX controls and regulatory compliance.• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification (preferred).• Exposure to automation tools such as Power BI, Alteryx, UiPath, or Power Automate.________________________________________Competencies• Accountability• Customer Focus• Attention to Detail• Collaboration• Integrity & Compliance• Continuous Improvement• Results Orientation

Additional Information

1. Candidate should be comfortable with both UK & US Shift ( Timings :- 1pm to 10pm and 6pm to 2am )
2. Work from office all 5 days
3. Need minimum 3 Years of experience