Manager - Accounts Payable

About Zinnov

Zinnov is a global management consulting firm that helps organizations make decisions that actually get used — and deliver results that matter. For over two decades, we’ve partnered with leading enterprises, high-growth technology companies, and investors to answer some of the toughest questions they face:

• Where should we invest?

• How do we scale globally?

• What capabilities will win in the next decade?

Our work shapes market entry strategies, global operating models, M&A decisions, and long-term growth bets. We’re known for being data-led, execution-focused, and outcome-driven — not opinion-heavy slideware.

At Zinnov, how you work matters as much as what you deliver. We value independent thinking, crisp communication, and early ownership. With 450+ professionals across 10 global offices, we work across industries including Digital Services, ER&D, Enterprise Software, Semiconductors, Healthcare, BFSI, Automotive, Media & Telecom, and Private Equity.

Zinnov isn’t for everyone. It’s for people who want steep learning curves, honest feedback, and the chance to see their work influence real business decisions — not just presentations.

Why Corporate Functions? 

Zinnov’s Corporate Functions teams power how the firm delivers at scale—building the internal engine behind high-growth, high-impact work. You’ll get:

• Hands-on ownership in running and scaling core operations (including Finance Operations, AP/AR governance, and cash flow discipline). 
• Exposure to end-to-end enablement models that strengthen operating engines, employee experience, and scalable processes. 
• A highly cross-functional environment with close collaboration across business teams, HR, Admin/Facilities, IT, and Delivery/PMO to drive consistent execution. 

About the Role 

As a  Manager – Accounts Payable, you will own end-to-end Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable operations with a strong control mindset and process leadership. You will ensure vendor payments and client collections run predictably, improve cycle times and compliance, and build scalable routines that strengthen cash flow visibility and finance hygiene for a consulting business. 

This role blends operational ownership with stakeholder and team leadership—driving day-to-day execution while building better systems, controls, and reporting that reduce escalations and improve predictability. 

What You’ll Do 

AP/AR Operations Leadership & Governance 

• Own the AP/AR operating rhythm end-to-end: intake → verification → processing → closure → reporting.
  •Establish and track service levels (TATs, aging, closure rates) and drive weekly/monthly governance. 
  • Build escalation mechanisms and ensure issues are resolved quickly with clear accountability. 
  • Mentor and manage a team handling AP/AR workflows; drive reviews, coaching, and quality checks. 
  • Strengthen documentation hygiene, approvals, and audit readiness for all AP/AR transactions. 

Accounts Payable (AP) – Vendor Payments & Controls 

• Lead PO and invoice processing governance; ensure correct approvals, coding, and supporting documents.
• Ensuretimely vendor payments while maintaining compliance on TDS/GST and internal policies. 
• Manage vendor relationships and disputes: reconciliations, credit notes, rate differences, missing documents. 
• Drive AP reconciliations (vendor ledgers, GRNs where applicable, advance payments) and close open items. 
• Partner with Procurement/Admin teams to strengthen vendor onboarding, contracting, and payment terms. 

Accounts Receivable (AR) – Billing, Collections & Cash Flow 

• Own client invoicing governance and receivables hygiene; ensureaccurateand timely billing. 
• Track collections, manage receivables aging, and drive follow-ups with business stakeholders. 
• Drive visibility and action on Unbilled and Billed Debt with clear owner mapping and timelines. 
• Partner with business teams to resolve billing disputes, PO mismatches, and client documentation needs. 
• Improve cash flow outcomes through tighter cadence, better forecasting, and disciplined collections routines. 

Process Improvement, Automation & Controls 

• Identifybottlenecks and drive process improvements across AP/AR cycles to reduce manual effort and rework. 
• Build/standardize templates, trackers, SOPs, and checklists to improve repeatability and compliance. 
• Improve reporting: dashboards for payables, receivables, cash forecasts, and working capital visibility. 
• Drive basic automation (workflows, reminders, approvals, reconciliation routines) using tools available. 
• Support audits and compliance requirements; close findings and strengthen controls over time. 

Stakeholder Management & Cross-functional Collaboration 

• Partner with business teams to align on billing quality, documentation, and collections ownership.
• Coordinate with Tax, Payroll, and Financial Control teams for compliance andaccurate accounting outcomes. 
• Work closely with Finance leadership to flag risks early and enable decision-making with crisp reporting. 

What You Bring 

Qualifications & Experience 

• CA / MBA (Finance) /Master’s in Commerce(or equivalent), with 7–12+ years of relevant finance operations experience. 
• Strong experience running AP/AR operations end-to-end, preferably in consulting / professional services / high-growth environments. 
• Working knowledge of India compliance requirements relevant to AP/AR (TDS, GST, documentation standards). 
• Hands-on comfort with ERP/accounting tools (e.g., Dynamics 365 / Tally / SAP/Oracle) and strong Excel skills. 

Key Skills 

• Strong finance operations fundamentals: AP/AR cycles, reconciliations, aging discipline, controls, and closure rigor.
• Team leadership: ability to manage workflows, review outputs, and coach team members.
• Strong stakeholder management—able to drive alignment and follow-through across teams. 
• High ownership mindset with strong attention to detail and ability to operate under tight timelines. 
• Process orientation and improvement mindset—build repeatable routines, reduce rework, and scale outcomes. 
• Clear communication and reporting—can translate operational status into decision-ready visibility for leadership. 

Bonus Points If You Have 

• Exposure to multi-entity / multi-currency operations (US/UK/France or other geographies).
• Experience building dashboards/BI reporting for AP/AR and working capital.
• Experience driving automation and workflow improvements (approvals, reminders, reconciliation automation). 

What Success Looks Like – Corporate Functions 

• AP/AR cycles run predictably—timelines improve, escalations reduce, and documentation becomes audit-ready by default.
• Working capital visibility strengthens—aging, unbilled/billed debt tracking, and cash forecasting become decision-ready.
• Vendor and client issues reduce over time—faster resolution, stronger governance, fewer surprises. 
• The team becomes sharper—better quality checks, clearer ownership, and stronger output consistency. 
• Processes scale—SOPs, templates, and automation reduce manual effort and rework while improving control. 

If you enjoy owning AP/AR operations end-to-end, building scalable finance processes that strengthen cash flow discipline, and partnering closely with stakeholders to deliver predictable execution — this role offers both impact and progression.  

Zinnov is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, communities, and experiences.