Finance Manager- AP

Job Title: Finance Manager-Accounts Payable

Reporting To: Associate Director-Finance

About Simplilearn

Founded in 2010 and based in Plano, Texas, and Bangalore, India, Simplilearn, a Blackstone portfolio company, is a global leader in digital upskilling, enabling learners across the globe with access to world-class training to individuals and businesses worldwide. Simplilearn offers 1,500+ live classes each month across 150+ countries, impacting over 8 million learners globally. The programs are designed and delivered with world-renowned universities, top corporations, and leading industry bodies via live online classes featuring top industry practitioners, sought-after trainers, and global leaders. From college students and early career professionals to managers, executives, small businesses, and big corporations, Simplilearn's role-based, skill-focused, industry-recognized, and globally relevant training programs are ideal upskilling solutions for diverse career or business goals.

Role Overview

We are a fast-growing EdTech startup looking for an Accounts Payable Lead who can independently own the Procure-to-Pay function. This role is for someone who enjoys clarity, ownership, and building strong processes in a zero-hierarchy, high-trust environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end Accounts Payable / Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations

• Process PO and Non-PO invoices with accurate 3-way matching

• Manage vendor payments, ageing, and reconciliations using Zoho Books

• Handle month-end activities including accruals and provisions

• Ensure GST and TDS compliance related to vendor transactions

• Lead and guide a team of 2 3 AP team members

• Work closely with the Finance Controller and Associate Director Finance on audits and other assignments.

• Coordinate with procurement, operations, and business teams

• Drive process improvements and automation aligned with startup needs

Qualification & Experience

• CA / CMA (Semi-Qualified) OR MBAwith 6 7 years of Accounts Payable / P2P experience

• Prior experience in EdTech / Startup environment preferred

• Strong hands-on experience with Zoho Books is mandatory

• Proven team handling and mentoring experience

Skills Required

• Strong knowledge of Accounts Payable, vendor management, and reconciliations

• Good understanding of GST, TDS, and audit requirements

• Clear communication and strong coordination with cross-functional teams

• Ownership mindset and ability to work independently