Accounts Payable Associate

Blenheim Chalcot

This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of a pioneering venture builder, Blenheim Chalcot, and one of its leading FinTech ventures, Oakbrook. Blenheim Chalcot builds and supports disruptive digital businesses, providing the ecosystem and expertise for them to thrive. Oakbrook, a key company in our portfolio, is revolutionising consumer lending with its data-driven, customer-centric approach. As part of our team, you'll benefit from the agility and focus of a dedicated FinTech company while being connected to the broader network, resources, and innovation of a world-class venture builder. THE ROLE:  The Finance Associate is a hands-on role at the centre of Oakbrook's monthly close and reporting cycle. You will own core finance processing — accounts payable, payment runs, bank postings and expense processing — alongside month-end processes including cost centre accounting, accruals and prepayments, reconciliations and recurring journals, and will deliver a suite of monthly internal and external reports to fixed deadlines. You will also play an active part in the team's automation agenda, taking ownership of automated processes as they go live and identifying further opportunities to reduce manual effort across the finance function. This role suits someone who is accurate, deadline-driven and process-minded, and who wants exposure to a fast-moving fintech finance environment spanning management accounts, financial reporting and structured funding vehicles. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Finance processing and accounts payable * Own end-to-end accounts payable processing: invoice receipt, coding, approvals, and ledger posting * Prepare and execute supplier payment runs, and complete daily/weekly bank posting routines * Perform supplier statement reviews and ledger reconciliations, resolving queries and differences * Act as back-up for daily BACS files ahead of UK working hours Month-end close and management accounting * Complete cost centre postings, monthly accruals/prepayments, and recurring journals * Reconcile intercompany balances between UK and India entities (GBP/INR) Tax and compliance (UK) * Prepare and file quarterly UK VAT returns (Making Tax Digital), including nil returns Reporting * Prepare recurring monthly reports (e.g. FLA, third-party servicer reporting, cost-to-serve) to fixed deadlines, reconciled back to the ledger Automation and process improvement * Take ownership of automated finance processes as they go live, and help identify further automation opportunities SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: Essential * Part-qualified accountant (CA Inter / ACCA / CIMA or equivalent) or a finance/accounting degree with 2–4 years' relevant experience * Solid grounding in double-entry accounting, accruals/prepayments and reconciliations * Strong Excel skills (lookups, SUMIFS, pivot tables; comfortable working in large multi-tab workbooks) * High attention to detail and a track record of meeting fixed monthly deadlines * Working knowledge of UK VAT: return preparation and filing under Making Tax Digital, filing deadlines, and awareness of VAT groups and reverse charge on cross-border services * Clear written English for internal and external communication Desirable * Experience in financial services, lending or fintech, including exposure to partial exemption for VAT (given lending is a largely exempt supply) * Exposure to ERP/accounting systems (e.g. Microsoft Business Central, Xero) and expense platforms * Interest or experience in process automation (Power Automate, scripting, or AI-assisted tooling) * Experience working with UK-based or international teams across time zones ABOUT OAKBROOK: Oakbrook is a UK-based fintech consumer lender, providing unsecured personal loans to customers across the UK through our proprietary lending platform. We combine data-driven credit decisioning with institutional funding partnerships to deliver fair, transparent credit at scale. Our India team plays an integral role in the group's finance operations, working day-to-day with UK colleagues across management accounting, financial reporting and structured finance. ABOUT BLENHEIM CHALCOT: Blenheim Chalcot is one of the leading venture builders in the world. We have been building exciting and disruptive businesses for over 26 years across sectors including FinTech, EdTech, GovTech, Media, Sport, Charity and more. These companies are all GenAI enabled and are some of the most innovative companies in the UK and increasingly around the world. The BC team in India has been instrumental to the growth and success of Blenheim Chalcot. Established in 2014, Blenheim Chalcot India serves as a pivotal launchpad for those aiming to make a difference in the realm of innovation and entrepreneurship. Blenheim Chalcot India is driven by a mission to empower visionaries to lead, innovate, and build disruptive solutions. We support our diverse portfolio of ventures and create impactful solutions that shape global trends. We provide a range of services to help new businesses get off the ground, including technology, growth (marketing and sales), talent, HR, finance, legal and tax, plus so much more. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU: * Be part of the UK's Leading Digital Venture Builder. * Opportunity to learn from and collaborate with diverse talent across BC. * Exposure to GenAI-enabled ventures and cutting-edge technologies. * 24 days of annual leave & 10 public holiday days. * Private Medical for you and your immediate family & Life Insurance for yourself. IMPORTANT At Blenheim Chalcot, we strive to create an environment where differences are not only accepted but greatly valued; where everyone can make the most of their capabilities and potential. We promote meritocracy, competence and the sharing of ideas and opinions. We are driven by data and believe the diversity, agility, generosity, and curiosity of our people is what sets us apart as an organisation. Our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion is evident through our constant focus on recruiting, developing and advancing individuals based on their skills and talent.

Modulr

Accounts Payable Lead Location: Mumbai * Are you curious, excited by experimentation and always looking to innovate? * Do you want to work in embedded payments where you can keep learning and developing whilst getting hands-on experience? * Do you want to have the opportunity to play an important role in a rapidly growing and exciting Fintech business? If so, we would love to connect and collaborate! Who we are Modulr is the payments automation platform that streamlines money movement with accuracy, control and reliability — built to scale. We process more than 200m transactions and over £180bn in payment value on an annualised basis, and we’re trusted by over 6,000 businesses from fast-growing SMEs to global enterprises. We automate how money moves into and out of a business — payroll, supplier payments, spend management and payment collection — through a single platform, connected to the accounting and payroll systems finance teams already use and underpinned by principal memberships of Visa and Mastercard and direct access to central bank infrastructure. As a regulated payments provider with over a decade of experience, we’re the platform finance teams trust to run mission-critical operations. Modulr is backed by PayPal, FIS, General Atlantic, Blenheim Chalcot, Frog Capital and Highland Europe, with over 400 employees across London, Edinburgh, Amsterdam, Mumbai and Pune. Purpose of the Role We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Lead to oversee end-to-end AP operations across Global entities, working closely with the Finance team. This role will combine hands-on processing, team oversight, and process ownership, ensuring accurate, timely, and controlled execution of all Accounts Payable activities, including supplier invoicing, payments, travel C expenses, and corporate credit card management. Provide day-to-day oversight and guidance to AP team members, including review of their work and supporting their development. Key Responsibilities Accounts Payable (Invoice Processing & Controls) * Process supplier invoices in NetSuite, ensuring accuracy of coding and cost centre allocation * Apply appropriate tax treatment to invoices, including GST and TDS for Indian entity transactions * Perform invoice validation checks (duplicate detection, completeness, PO matching where applicable) * Maintain and monitor invoice approval workflows * Run and review key AP reports (e.g., open bills, rejected invoices, duplicate reports) * Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and supplier queries * Allocate payments and match invoices within the ERP system * Monitor AP inboxes and workflows to ensure timely processing and prioritization * Oversee payment run preparation, ensuring accuracy of amounts, currencies, and due dates Vendor & Data Management * Create and maintain vendor records in NetSuite, ensuring correct and complete data * Update supplier bank details in line with internal controls and approval processes * Support onboarding new vendors in compliance with company policies * Maintain accurate audit trails for all changes  Travel & Expense Management * Administer and support company expense and travel platforms * Review and process employee expense claims * Monitor and manage expense approval workflows * Identify and reject non-compliant or incomplete claims * Respond to employee queries on expense submissions and policy requirements * Support monthly expense reporting and reconciliation * Manage expense payment cycles and ensure alignment with payroll or payment schedules * Monitor and support travel bookings through Perk * Review travel spends against company policy * Support queries relating to Travel bookings, cancellations, or amendments Corporate Credit Card Management * Oversee the end-to-end credit card process * Transaction matching and reconciliation * Investigating discrepancies and ensuring timely resolution * Monitoring card usage and enforcing policy compliance * Support allocation of credit card spend across entities and cost centres Reconciliations & Month-End Support * Prepare vendor statement reconciliations * Support balance sheet reconciliations for AP accounts (prepared in India, reviewed in UK) * Assist in month-end close activities, ensuring all invoices are recorded in the correct period * Investigate and clear aged balances Controls, Compliance & Audit * Ensure all invoices are processed in line with internal policies and approval thresholds  * Maintain adherence to segregation of duties and financial controls  * Support audit requests by providing documentation and reconciliations  * Identify and escalate any control issues or risks to UK Finance  Continuous Improvement & Collaboration * Identify opportunities to improve AP and payment processes (automation, standardisation) * Work closely with Finance, Treasury, and stakeholders across the business * Support implementation of new systems, tools, or process improvements Person Specification Essential * 4-6 years in an AP or Finance Operations role, ideally with cross-entity or multi-currency experience.  * Strong understanding of invoice processing and payment cycles  * Knowledge of UK, EU, US or Indian VAT regulations  * Knowledge of Indian GST, TDS compliance, and local AP regulatory requirements  * Experience with ERP systems, ideally NetSuite or a comparable platform   * High attention to detail and accuracy  * Strong organizational skills and ability to manage high volumes  * Good written and verbal communication in English, particularly for liaising with UK-based colleagues  * Excel Knowledge would be an essential – Formulas, VLOOKUP, Pivot table  * Experience using automation tools and AI-driven solutions to improve efficiency, accuracy, and scalability within Accounts Payable processes  * Ability to work across UK and India time zone overlap hours Desirable * Understanding of UK financial control expectations  * Experience supporting audits or compliance processes  * Exposure to process improvement or AP automation initiatives  ModInclusion At Modulr, we’re committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong and can bring their whole self to work. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds as we believe it’s the right thing for our people, our business, and the community we operate in.

WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.  We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.    We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.   Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.    For more information, visit WPP.com.   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. PLEASE READ OUR PRIVACY NOTICE (HTTPS://WWW.WPP.COM/EN/CAREERS/WPP-PRIVACY-POLICY-FOR-RECRUITMENT) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE PROCESS THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE.