Finance - Accounts Payable - Assistant Vice President
Careers at KKR
| Company | Careers at KKR |
| Category | Finance |
| Location | Gurugram |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Executive |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 8 May 2026 |
| Last verified | 11 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
COMPANY OVERVIEW
KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR’s insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR’s investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries. KKR's Gurugram office provides best-in-class business operations services and solutions to our internal stakeholders and clients, drives organization-wide process efficiency and transformation, and reflects KKR's global culture and values of teamwork and innovation. The office contains multifunctional business capabilities and is integral in furthering the growth and transformation of KKR. The office was established with an initial concentration of finance, operations, and technology personnel, followed by the expansion of additional functions and capabilities. KKR’s creation of a Gurugram office builds upon the firm's momentum in India and bolsters its existing presence in Mumbai.
TEAM OVERVIEW Finance supports the strategic direction of the Firm by ensuring efficient and effective financial planning, analysis, budgeting, reporting, compliance, accounting, and stewardship of financial risks and controls. By doing so, we produce accurate financial information for decision making, ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies, and provide leadership for operational improvements, cost savings and strategic investments that align with the Firm’s culture and long-term goals.
POSITION SUMMARY The role is responsible to lead end-to-end AP operations, including Vendor Onboarding, AP Helpdesk, Invoice Processing, and Cash & Payments activities. This role will drive operational excellence, strengthen controls, enhance stakeholder experience, and lead transformation initiatives across AP processes. The individual will act as a strategic partner to Finance, Procurement, Treasury, and Business teams, ensuring scalable, compliant, and efficient AP operations. ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Operational Excellence
Lead end-to-end AP operations including vendor onboarding, invoice processing, AP helpdesk, and payments
Oversee vendor onboarding lifecycle with strong controls on due diligence and master data governance
Drive efficient invoice processing with focus on accuracy, compliance, and turnaround times
Manage AP helpdesk to ensure timely query resolution and improved stakeholder experience
Lead payment operations ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant disbursements
Drive automation (OCR, e-invoicing, self-service portals) and continuous process improvements
Strengthen internal controls to mitigate risks such as duplicate payments and fraud.
Stakeholder Management
Act as a key partner to Procurement, Treasury, Finance, and Business teams
Serve as escalation point for critical vendor and payment issues
Build strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless operations
Drive communication, transparency, and service excellence through AP helpdesk and onboarding processes
Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline workflows and improve SLAs
Reporting & Governance
Ensure timely AP reporting including invoice status, aging, and payment metrics
Monitor KPIs such as onboarding cycle time, helpdesk SLAs, processing accuracy, and payment timeliness
Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements
Support audits with accurate documentation and strong governance practi