Analyst - Accounts Payable (Payment Processing) - ANZ

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• *We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100\+ markets, with deep local expertise.**

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• *What you'll be doing:**

• Prepare, schedule, and execute weekly, bi\-weekly, and ad\-hoc payment runs (ACH/EFT, domestic and international Wires, Checks, and Virtual Cards).
• Review payment proposals for accuracy, ensuring proper approvals and matching documentation are in place prior to disbursement.
• Initiate and release payments within various commercial banking portals in compliance with segregation of duties.
• Monitor bank accounts daily to ensure sufficient funding is available for scheduled payment runs.
• Resolve payment failures and rejects by collaborating with banking partners and vendors.
• Assist the Treasury team with cash flow forecasting by providing upcoming payment schedules.
• Serve as the main point of contact for complex payment\-related inquiries from internal departments and external vendors.
• Provide payment confirmations and remittance advices to vendors as requested.
• Perform daily reconciliation of processed payments against ERP system entries and bank statements.
• Ensure strict adherence to Sarbanes\-Oxley (SOX) controls and internal audit requirements regarding cash disbursements.
• Assist with month\-end close activities, including outstanding check analysis, voiding stale\-dated checks, and AP aging reconciliation.
• Compile payment data and documentation for internal and external auditors during annual audits.

• *What you'll need:**

• Shift \- 6\.30AM onwards
• Location \- Vikhroli, Mumbai (WFO)
• Minimum 4\-5 years of experience in Accounts Payable – with a specific focus on payment processing.
• Minimum Graduate.
• Should be an experienced problem solver with good written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexible attitude to achieve results.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Advanced MS office skills.

• *Who you are:**

• *You're open*****:***We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open\-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.

• *You're optimistic*****:*** We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.

• *You're extraordinary:** we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.

• *What we'll give you:**

• *Passionate, inspired people** – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.

• *Scale and opportunity** – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.

• *Challenging and stimulating work** – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?

• *We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.**

• *WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.**

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