Job Description

We are looking for a Lead Accounts Payable Specialist to join our IP Spend Management in Noida. This is an amazing opportunity to work in IP Admin with Knowledge of basic IP Invoicing along with experience to work on different IPMS. The team consists of 23 Team Members and is reporting to the Team Manager - Operation. We have a great skill set in US and Non-US entire Prosecution beginning from Patent/Trademark Filing till maintenance/renewals and we would love to speak with you if you have skills in step-by-step overview of a US/Non-US Patent Application and renewal process, all the cost involved during the cycle.About You

• if candidate does not have basic IP knowledge with Invoicing understanding we cannot consider them - quantifiable & verifiable on a resume
• Proficient IP Knowledge with experience to work on different IPMS' is added advantage and preferable.
• Basic knowledge of docketing, IDS, renewal procedures and all the charges/cost associated with it
• Strong written & verbal communication skills
• Proficient in MS office: Proficiency in Microsoft office suite programs, including Word, Excel, Outlook, PPT, etc

Work experience

• At least 2+ year of experience in IP Docketing, Renewals + 1 Year in current role
• Previous experience in Accounts Payable/Invoice Processing in an international environment (Preferable)
• Good Communication (oral and written) and co-ordination skills
• B.Com, BBA, BA graduates with minimum 50% aggregate

It would be great if you also had . . .Vendor/Agent Management would be an added advantageWhat will you be doing in this role?

• Invoice validation as per the agreed rate. Communication with agents regarding over-charge, and resolution for pending invoices
• Invoices Tracking Management for the multiple currencies and Agents, for the tasks performed by IP attorney firms, agent/attorney fees.
• Invoices/credit notes processing in the billing system
• New Agents onboarding
• Maintenance of all financial information, records, Invoices, Fee sheets etc. for the purpose of ensuring availability of documents as per the Client and regulatory guidelines
• Reporting and various reconciliations in Excel by various reconciliation tools and Macros in excel

About the TeamThe team consists of 20-25 members and is reporting to the Team Manager / Manager, Service Operations based in Noida. Core process related responsibilities: In-depth IP Invoice review, assist the agents in their invoice/billing queries. Query resolution of Agents as well as customer including external vendors - Law firms, Annuity service providers etc. Analysis of all the billed charges, agree fee sheet, PTO Fees etc.Hours of Work

• You will be working for works 40 hours/week (8 hrs a day; 5 days a week); you are entitled to get Overtime if you work beyond your working hours.
• This is a permanent job role

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