About the opportunity:
We are seeking a proactive and analytical Accounts Payable Process Intern to support the optimization and governance of AP operations. This role focuses on understanding, documenting, and improving end-to-end procure-to-pay (P2P) processes rather than day-to-day invoice processing.
The intern will work closely with finance, operations, and system teams to enhance efficiency, strengthen controls, and support ongoing automation and transformation initiatives.
Responsibilities:
Process Mapping & Documentation
Document end-to-end AP processes (Procure-to-Pay lifecycle)
Create process flowcharts, SOPs, and work instructions
Identify process gaps, bottlenecks, and control weaknesses
Data Analysis & Insights
Analyze AP data (aging, invoice cycle time, GR/IR mismatches, etc.)
Support development of dashboards and KPIs (e.g., in Excel / Looker Studio)
Identify trends impacting payment delays and vendor performance
Process Improvement Initiatives
Support automation initiatives (e.g., invoice capture, matching, workflow improvements)
Assist in reducing manual interventions and improving straight-through processing
Work on continuous improvement projects across AP functions
Governance & Compliance
Support adherence to AP policies and internal controls
Assist in reviewing exceptions and non-compliance cases
Help prepare documentation for audit and internal reviews
What we offer:
Exposure to AP transformation and shared services operations
Hands-on experience in process design, governance, and automation
Opportunity to work on real business improvement projects
Understanding of how finance processes integrate with operations and systems