Accounts Payable Team Lead at Rolls-Royce in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India | Kablio

Role

Description

invoice processing

process automation

governance controls

stakeholder reporting

data insights

vendor management

Proactively recognizes problems within scope of responsibilities, identifies options and implement solutions.
Coordinates and supervises day-to-day prioritizing of tasks, balancing workload across the team.
Maintain controls and procedures of Accounts Payable process. Ensures that controls are operated as design. Strong Governance around all controls as per RCM’s
Provide clear, concise, and regular updates to all identified stakeholders, both internal and external, and leadership. Drives operational governance.
Coordinates, develops and maintains documentation on projects and team assignments.
Invoice processing from receipt through to timely payment.
Recognizes unusual transactions, trends, or variations and communicate findings and recommendations to management and stakeholders in a timely and effective fashion
Drives team and process performance through data driven insights
Vendor queries management and resolution. Vendor statement reconciliation and follow-up
Timely reporting of issues to relevant stakeholders
Mentor and provide Guidance to peers and other team members
Knowledge Sharing: Share learnings and insights across departments
Coordinate efforts across different departments to address inter-departmental issues and collaborate to deliver the best service experience.
Support Projects including Process re-designing / Process Standardization / Process Optimization
Timely and accurate closure of Audits findings and implement controls (if failure) immediately
Drive automation and process optimization
Take Lead in resolving the issues and bring in controls to avoid the occurrence of the issue. Investigate the underlying causes of escalations to identify systemic issues and prevent their recurrence.
Monitor team performance in handling escalations and provide coaching to improve proficiency.
Provide timely and adequate feedback to team members about their performance
Ensures that process documentation, Process flow and updating on regular and Timely basis

Requirements

sap

six sigma

ap process

10+ years

bachelor's

team coaching

Demonstrated ability to embed CI culture within a team.
10+ years’ experience in a GBS or BPO setting
Excellent Written and Verbal Communication and Interpersonal Skill
Proven ability to coach, develop, and motivate people.
Language: English fluent or bi-lingual
Performance Management and CI
Experience in resource planning, scheduling, and workflow management.
Expert knowledge of end-to-end AP process and related accounting
Excellent communication and influencing skills across cultures
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or any other equivalent training - desirable but not essential
Strong analytical and Problem Solving
Experience with ERP system: SAP is a must
Experience managing an AP team and driving performance against KPIs.
Stakeholder management experience at operational level.
Account reconciliations, Vendor statement reconciliation, GRNI resolution, Intercompany disputes
Bachelor’s degree in finance & accounting

Benefits

AP Month-End close.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

£18.9 billion

Revenue

The company achieved near £18.9 billion in revenue in 2024.

£2.9 billion

Operating Profit

The company reported an operating profit of approximately £2.9 billion in 2024.

36%

Market Share

The company holds a commercial engine market share of roughly 36%. This reflects its strong position in the sector.

25 vehicles/day

Production Rate

The company's Goodwood facility produces approximately 25 ultra-luxury electric vehicles per day under a BMW licence.

Founded in the early 20th century, it began as a pioneer in aero-engine design and has grown into a global engineering powerhouse.
It develops and produces engines and power systems for commercial and military aircraft, naval vessels, submarines, and energy infrastructure.
Headquartered in London, it operates across four core segments—civil aerospace, defence, power systems and emerging markets like nuclear and modular reactors.
It supports iconic programmes—supplying wide-body commercial aircraft engines, submarine nuclear reactors, naval propulsion, and bespoke industrial power units.
Amid a major turnaround since 2023, the company secured a £9 billion UK defence reactor deal.

Culture + Values

We do the right thing – We do what’s right for our customers, our people, and society.
We aim high – We stretch our ambition, we set challenging goals, and we deliver results.
We take ownership – We take personal responsibility for our actions, performance, and results.
We act with integrity – We build trust by being honest, transparent, and ethical in everything we do.
We collaborate – We work together with respect, trust, and inclusiveness to achieve our goals.

Environment + Sustainability

Net-zero by 2050

Carbon Neutrality Goal

Aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Carbon intensity down by 25%

Carbon Intensity Reduction Target

Committed to reducing the carbon intensity of products and operations by 25% by 2030.

CO2 emissions reduced by 50%

SAF Emissions Reduction

SAF strategy targets a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions from flight by 2050.

Engaged in development of hybrid-electric and fully-electric propulsion systems to reduce environmental impact.
Focus on reducing waste and resource consumption across the entire supply chain.

Inclusion & Diversity

30% by 2030

Female Leadership Target

Aims to achieve 30% female representation in senior leadership positions.

26% workforce

Gender Representation

Women currently account for 26% of the global workforce as of 2023.

Set a goal to increase representation of ethnic minorities in senior roles.
Implemented initiatives to promote a more inclusive work environment, including mentorship programs and leadership development for underrepresented groups.

Articles

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Role

Description

invoice processing

process automation

governance controls

stakeholder reporting

data insights

vendor management

Proactively recognizes problems within scope of responsibilities, identifies options and implement solutions.
Coordinates and supervises day-to-day prioritizing of tasks, balancing workload across the team.
Maintain controls and procedures of Accounts Payable process. Ensures that controls are operated as design. Strong Governance around all controls as per RCM’s
Provide clear, concise, and regular updates to all identified stakeholders, both internal and external, and leadership. Drives operational governance.
Coordinates, develops and maintains documentation on projects and team assignments.
Invoice processing from receipt through to timely payment.
Recognizes unusual transactions, trends, or variations and communicate findings and recommendations to management and stakeholders in a timely and effective fashion
Drives team and process performance through data driven insights
Vendor queries management and resolution. Vendor statement reconciliation and follow-up
Timely reporting of issues to relevant stakeholders
Mentor and provide Guidance to peers and other team members
Knowledge Sharing: Share learnings and insights across departments
Coordinate efforts across different departments to address inter-departmental issues and collaborate to deliver the best service experience.
Support Projects including Process re-designing / Process Standardization / Process Optimization
Timely and accurate closure of Audits findings and implement controls (if failure) immediately
Drive automation and process optimization
Take Lead in resolving the issues and bring in controls to avoid the occurrence of the issue. Investigate the underlying causes of escalations to identify systemic issues and prevent their recurrence.
Monitor team performance in handling escalations and provide coaching to improve proficiency.
Provide timely and adequate feedback to team members about their performance
Ensures that process documentation, Process flow and updating on regular and Timely basis

Requirements

sap

six sigma

ap process

10+ years

bachelor's

team coaching

Demonstrated ability to embed CI culture within a team.
10+ years’ experience in a GBS or BPO setting
Excellent Written and Verbal Communication and Interpersonal Skill
Proven ability to coach, develop, and motivate people.
Language: English fluent or bi-lingual
Performance Management and CI
Experience in resource planning, scheduling, and workflow management.
Expert knowledge of end-to-end AP process and related accounting
Excellent communication and influencing skills across cultures
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or any other equivalent training - desirable but not essential
Strong analytical and Problem Solving
Experience with ERP system: SAP is a must
Experience managing an AP team and driving performance against KPIs.
Stakeholder management experience at operational level.
Account reconciliations, Vendor statement reconciliation, GRNI resolution, Intercompany disputes
Bachelor’s degree in finance & accounting

Benefits

AP Month-End close.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

£18.9 billion

Revenue

The company achieved near £18.9 billion in revenue in 2024.

£2.9 billion

Operating Profit

The company reported an operating profit of approximately £2.9 billion in 2024.

36%

Market Share

The company holds a commercial engine market share of roughly 36%. This reflects its strong position in the sector.

25 vehicles/day

Production Rate

The company's Goodwood facility produces approximately 25 ultra-luxury electric vehicles per day under a BMW licence.

Founded in the early 20th century, it began as a pioneer in aero-engine design and has grown into a global engineering powerhouse.
It develops and produces engines and power systems for commercial and military aircraft, naval vessels, submarines, and energy infrastructure.
Headquartered in London, it operates across four core segments—civil aerospace, defence, power systems and emerging markets like nuclear and modular reactors.
It supports iconic programmes—supplying wide-body commercial aircraft engines, submarine nuclear reactors, naval propulsion, and bespoke industrial power units.
Amid a major turnaround since 2023, the company secured a £9 billion UK defence reactor deal.

Culture + Values

We do the right thing – We do what’s right for our customers, our people, and society.
We aim high – We stretch our ambition, we set challenging goals, and we deliver results.
We take ownership – We take personal responsibility for our actions, performance, and results.
We act with integrity – We build trust by being honest, transparent, and ethical in everything we do.
We collaborate – We work together with respect, trust, and inclusiveness to achieve our goals.

Environment + Sustainability

Net-zero by 2050

Carbon Neutrality Goal

Aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Carbon intensity down by 25%

Carbon Intensity Reduction Target

Committed to reducing the carbon intensity of products and operations by 25% by 2030.

CO2 emissions reduced by 50%

SAF Emissions Reduction

SAF strategy targets a 50% reduction in CO2 emissions from flight by 2050.

Engaged in development of hybrid-electric and fully-electric propulsion systems to reduce environmental impact.
Focus on reducing waste and resource consumption across the entire supply chain.

Inclusion & Diversity

30% by 2030

Female Leadership Target

Aims to achieve 30% female representation in senior leadership positions.

26% workforce

Gender Representation

Women currently account for 26% of the global workforce as of 2023.

Set a goal to increase representation of ethnic minorities in senior roles.
Implemented initiatives to promote a more inclusive work environment, including mentorship programs and leadership development for underrepresented groups.

Articles

R2 Factory – digital transformation community

Rolls‑Royce Motor Cars PressClub

Rolls‑Royce at Global Space Congress – supplier info