Finance Associate - Accounts Payable

ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it , our most valuable asset is our people. Here you'll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning; bold ideas; courage an d passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.
Our most valuable asset is our people .
At ZS we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences and belief systems-the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are and
make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are part of your success here. Learn more about our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces, obtaining the resources they need to thrive, and sharing the messages they are passionate about.
FINANCE ASSOCIATE - ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
ZS's Corporate Enterprise Functions operate the firm's core internal functions. Our global teams comprise team-oriented, pragmatic and results-driven people who thrive in a challenging work environment. Our people come from diverse backgrounds but share a passion for quality customer service and dedication-whether our customer is a client or another ZS employee.
The Finance team is responsible for all ZS financial matters, including financial business partnering, project accounting, planning, analysis, reporting, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger and tax.
What You'll Do

• Prepare weekly payment proposals to ensure timely payments to the vendors and employees
• Initiate timely payments based on the daily payment schedules
• Work closely with stakeholders from different teams to accommodate ad-hoc payments
• Prepare daily cash tracking reports as part of Treasury/Cash Management
• Ensure that the process controls are intact while ensuring 100% error free payments
• Investigate and resolve problems associated with payment processing
• Receive, research and resolve a variety of routine internal and external inquiries via phone or email concerning payment status; communicate resolution of discrepancies to appropriate persons.
• File, maintain, and distribute accounting documents, records and reports;
• Assist with monthly status reports, debit balance analysis and monthly closings;
• Complete special projects as assigned by finance leadership.

What You'll Bring

• B.Com with a strong record of academic success (60% minimum) required, MBA desirable;
• Familiar with global payments process (Americas, Europe, India etc)
• Well versed with automated and manual payment functionality to be able to initiate ACH, Wire, Priority payments
• Prior experience of HSBCNet, US Bank is an added advantage
• 1-5 years of relevant work experience, IT Industry experience preferred;
• Experience with SAP Finance modules, knowledge of accounts payable function;
• Effective oral and written communication skills;
• Motivation, personal initiative and strong team/interpersonal skills;
• Strong analytic skills and problem solving ability;
• Proven attention to detail and high level of accuracy;
• Excellent time management skills.

Perks & Benefits:
ZS offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health and well-being, financial planning, annual leave, personal growth and professional development. Our robust skills development programs, multiple career progression options and internal mobility paths and collaborative culture empowers you to thrive as an individual and global team member.
We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.
Considering applying?
At ZS, we're building a diverse and inclusive company where people bring their passions to inspire life-changing impact and deliver better outcomes for all. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and recognize the value that candidates with all backgrounds, including non-traditional ones, bring. If you are interested in joining us, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet 100% of the requirements listed above.
To Complete Your Application:
Candidates must possess work authorization for their intended country of employment.
An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required
to be considered.
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www.zs.com