The P2P Senior Associate is responsible for accurate and timely execution of Accounts Payable invoice processing (PO and Non-PO) with strong exception handling, control compliance, and first-line governance. 

The role focuses on validating invoice accuracy (tax, coding, approvals), resolving discrepancies, supporting GR/IR and open-item follow-ups, and contributing to month-end close readiness, aging reduction, and audit compliance, while acting as a key escalation point for complex transactions. 

Key Responsibilities: 

🔹 Invoice Processing & Validation 

Process PO and Non-PO invoices in SAP with high accuracy and timeliness 

Perform detailed validation of tax, coding, approvals, and duplicate checks 

Ensure correct execution of 3-way match (PO, Invoice, GR) 

Deliver strong first-time-right (FTR) performance 

🔹 Exception Handling & Control Governance 

Resolve invoice holds, discrepancies, and complex exceptions 

Act as escalation point for issues raised by Junior Associates 

Ensure adherence to SOPs, controls, and SOX compliance requirements 

Maintain first-line control checks and exception governance 

🔹 Reconciliation & Close Support 

Support GR/IR reconciliation and open-item follow-ups 

Perform vendor statement validation and discrepancy resolution 

Contribute to month-end processing, accrual inputs, and close readiness 

Ensure completeness of supporting documentation and audit trail 

🔹 SLA, Productivity & Queue Governance 

Manage workload to meet SLA/KPI targets (accuracy, cycle time, aging) 

Maintain and update productivity, aging, and exception trackers 

Support queue prioritization and backlog reduction 

Ensure timely closure of assigned transactions and exceptions 

🔹 RCA, Continuous Improvement & Governance 

Identify recurring issues and support root cause analysis (RCA) 

Contribute to corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) 

Support standardization and continuous improvement initiatives 

Highlight risks, inefficiencies, and control gaps 

🔹 Stakeholder & Query Management 

Coordinate with procurement, requestors, finance/controllers, and treasury 

Handle vendor queries related to discrepancies and statement follow-ups 

Provide timely and accurate updates on issue resolution 

Support knowledge sharing and guidance to P2P associates (non-people management) 

🔷 Outcomes (Success Measures) 

High invoice accuracy and productivity metrics  

Complete exception resolution log with closure status 

Timely GR/IR follow-up tracker with resolution timelines 

Full audit-ready approval evidence and documentation trail 

Measurable aging reduction and backlog improvement 

Documented vendor query resolution trail (emails, tickets, workflow notes) 

🎓 Education & Experience 

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field 

3–6 years of experience in P2P / Accounts Payable operations 

🧠 Functional Expertise 

Strong hands-on experience in: 

Invoice processing (PO & Non-PO) 

3-way matching and exception handling 

AP controls and compliance (SOX awareness) 

GR/IR and vendor reconciliation basics 

⚙️ Technical Skills 

Experience with SAP (invoice processing, GR/IR visibility) 

Familiarity with AP workflow / OCR / portal tools 

Proficiency in Excel  

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

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About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

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