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Finance Executive

Role overview

Qualifications

  • BCom or MBA (Finance) degree
  • 2-3 years of experience in Finance, Accounts Payable, or related areas
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Working knowledge of ERP systems and MS Excel

Responsibilities

  • Process, verify, and book vendor invoices and utility bills accurately and timely
  • Review and process employee travel, expense, and other reimbursement claims in accordance with company policies
  • Maintain creditor schedules and vendor ageing reports, including advance tracking
  • Support monthly and annual closing activities, including reconciliations and reporting

About the company

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SAGE Publishing

Book Publishing

Sage is a global academic publisher of books, journals, and library resources with a growing range of technologies to enable discovery, access, and engagement. Believing that research and education are critical in shaping society, 24-year-old Sara Miller McCune founded Sage in 1965. Today, we are controlled by a group of trustees charged with maintaining our independence and mission indefinitely. Driven by the belief that social and behavioral science has the power to improve society, we focus on publishing impactful research and enabling robust research methodology. We produce high-quality educational resources that support instructors to prepare the citizens, policymakers, educators and researchers of the future. Sage is committed to building an inclusive organization where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect, regardless of age, ability, gender, marriage and partnership status, pregnancy and parental responsibilities, race, religion and belief, socio-economic background, or sexual orientation. Diversity is one of the cornerstones of a vibrant culture and we are undertaking work to build a Sage that is more equitable and representative of the communities we serve and of which we are part. As well as driving change within Sage, we are also passionate about supporting diversity, equity and inclusion in wider society through our publishing activities. To find out more, visit https://group.sagepub.com/dei

Company details

IndustryBook Publishing
Company size1001 - 5000

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Job description

Job Purpose

The purpose of this role is to ensure accurate, timely, and policy‑compliant processing of vendor invoices, utility bills, and employee travel and other reimbursement claims within the Finance & Accounts function.

The Finance Executive plays a critical role in maintaining strong internal controls, supporting efficient Accounts Payable operations, and ensuring financial transactions are executed in line with organizational policies, statutory requirements, and ICFR standards.

This position supports seamless financial operations by validating bills and claims, posting accurate accounting entries, coordinating with internal stakeholders for approvals and clarifications, and assisting with period‑end activities such as reconciliations and reporting.


Key Accountabilities

  1. Process, verify, and book vendor invoices and utility bills accurately and in a timely manner.

  2. Review and process employee travel, expense, and other reimbursement claims in accordance with company policies.

  3. Ensure timely payment of employee reimbursements and vendor dues.

  4. Maintain creditor schedules and vendor ageing reports, including advance tracking.

  5. Prepare and monitor tracking schedules for MSME vendor expenses and payments.

  6. Support monthly and annual closing activities, including reconciliations and reporting.

  7. Participate in internal, statutory, and other audits as required.

  8. Regularly update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and processes for the assigned area, ensuring compliance with ICFR requirements.

  9. Perform additional duties and special assignments as directed by superiors to support departmental objectives.

  10. Safeguard company assets assigned to the role and ensure proper handover or return as per organizational guidelines.


Skills, Qualifications & Experience

  • Education: BCom / MBA (Finance)

  • Experience: 2–3 years of relevant experience in Finance & Accounts or Accounts Payable

  • Skills:

    • Strong attention to detail and accuracy

    • Good understanding of accounting principles and compliance requirements

    • Ability to manage timelines and work collaboratively with stakeholders

    • Working knowledge of ERP systems and MS Excel preferred

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Sage we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team that is representative of all sections of society and to sustaining a culture that celebrates difference, encourages authenticity, and creates a deep sense of belonging. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, disability, sex or gender identity, sexual orientation, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief as creating value through diversity is what makes us strong.  As a business and as an organization with an increasingly agile workforce, we're open to flexible working arrangements where appropriate.

 

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