Finance Administrator – Accounts Payable
Location : Chennai, India
Required Language : English
Employment Type : Full Time
Seniority Level : Entry level
Travel : <10%
Buckman is a privately held, global specialty chemical company with headquarters in Memphis, TN, USA, committed to safeguarding the environment, maintaining safety in the workplace, and promoting sustainable development. Buckman works proactively and collaboratively with its worldwide customers in pulp and paper, water treatment and leather industries to deliver exceptional service and innovative solutions to help boost productivity, reduce risk, improve product quality, and provide a measurable return on investment. Buckman is in the middle of a digital transformation of its businesses and focused on building the capabilities and tools in support of this.
Profile Summary:
We are looking for a diligent and detail-oriented Finance Administrator to join our Accounts Payable team. This entry-level position is ideal for freshers who are eager to start their career in finance. You will be responsible for processing invoices, maintaining financial records, and assisting in the smooth running of the finance department. This position reports to the Finance Manager based in GBS office and will support and drive any initiatives or projects assigned.
Job Responsibilities
Invoice Processing
Receive, review, and process invoices for payment in accordance with company policies and procedure
Accurately enter financial data into the accounting system.
Assist in reconciling accounts payable transactions
Maintain organized and accurate financial records.
Record Keeping maintain organized and accurate financial records
Provide general administrative support to the finance team, including filing, answering queries, and maintaining spreadsheets
Ensure adherence to financial policies, procedures, and regulations
Work closely with other departments to ensure smooth financial operations.
Job Specifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting and other similar Finance related field
Having one years of relevant experience in accounts payable will be an added advantage, as it demonstrates familiarity with invoice processing, vendor management, and payment systems, allowing for a quicker adaptation to the role and contributing to the efficiency and accuracy of the AP function.
Good written, verbal communication skills and able to communicate effectively
Ability to work independently and adapt to rapid change environment in a fast-paced, changing, and high-volume environment with emphasis on accuracy and timeliness
Strong attention to detail
Strong analytical skillset
Strong communicator with ability to work cross-functionally
Resourceful and an effective team player.
Good interpersonal skills and culturally sensitive and able to deal & collaborate with people from various cultural backgrounds and countries
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- English language proficiency
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and adapt in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong analytical skills
- Ability to communicate and collaborate cross-functionally
- Resourcefulness and ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Good interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity when working with people from different backgrounds and countries
- One year of relevant Accounts Payable experience
What We Do
Buckman is completely committed to helping our customers succeed, regardless of the challenges facing them, the industry they operate in or their location in the world. To fulfill that commitment, we surround our rigorously trained industry experts with the highest-quality chemicals, the latest smart technology and advanced data analysis. All focused on helping your operation improve productivity, increase profitability, and ensure safety, compliance and sustainability. That’s more than chemistry. That’s Chemistry, connected.
