Senior Executive - Commercial (Backend)

About the CompanyAditya Birla Lifestyle Brands Limited (ABLBL), part of the Aditya Birla Group, is a major apparel business with a broad range of well-known lifestyle labels. As of March 31, 2025, the company’s retail presence spans more than 4.6 million sq. ft., including 3,253 exclusive brand stores, coverage across 38,000+ multi-brand outlets, and over 7,000 shop-in-shops in department stores nationwide. Its portfolio features long-established Indian brands such as Louis Philippe, Van Heusen, Allen Solly, and Peter England, each with a track record of more than 25 years. Growth has been supported by design-led product development, category expansion, and strong execution across formal, casual, and occasion wear. The company also has a growing presence in innerwear and athleisure through Van Heusen Innerwear, along with international brand partnerships including Simon Carter, American Eagle, and Reebok.Role PurposeThis position focuses on vendor reconciliation, GST compliance, vendor account upkeep, and support for cost-optimization efforts. The selected candidate will collaborate with vendors, sourcing teams, and internal stakeholders to keep financial records accurate and close discrepancies quickly.Key ResponsibilitiesCarry out regular reconciliation of domestic vendor accounts and ensure all supporting records are properly maintained.Collect No Due Certificates (NDCs) from vendors as per the defined cadence: A-class vendors half-yearly, B-class vendors half-yearly, and C-class vendors according to the applicable frequency.Respond to vendor questions related to invoices, payments, and GST-related concerns, while maintaining clear and timely communication.Complete GST reconciliation for vendors whose returns are not filed, and raise debit notes wherever the reconciliation outcome requires it.Support GST compliance by following applicable regulations and internal processes.Handle SOR (Schedule of Rates) pay-out calculations and prepare both ad-hoc and scheduled reports for management.Track cost-reduction initiatives by updating the Cost Reduction Project Tracker and examining material inward price movement against prior periods.Identify opportunities to improve savings and flag them for review.Coordinate with the sourcing team to obtain vendor outstanding details, secure NDCs, and resolve pending discrepancies.Act as the communication link between internal teams and vendors to drive issue closure.Organize meetings with vendors to address open differences and ensure timely resolution of reconciliation items.Manage blocking and unblocking of vendor codes after receipt of NDCs and other required documents, following internal approval and control procedures.Prepare and distribute reports such as purchase reports, delayed debit reports, and other MIS reports needed by management.Share analysis and insights to support business decisions.RequirementsGood understanding of accounts payable processes and vendor reconciliation work.Practical knowledge of GST rules and compliance requirements.Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.Comfort with MS Excel and ERP systems.Effective communication skills and the ability to manage stakeholders well.Additional InformationThis is a full-time, onsite role based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. The job details provided do not mention a salary, stipend, number of openings, education requirement, eligibility criteria, start date, or duration.SkillsAccounts Payable, Vendor Reconciliation, GST Compliance, Excel, ERP Systems, Financial Reporting, MIS Reporting, Vendor Management, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Thinking, Problem Solving, Cost Analysis