Abhishek Nikhar
Pune
Summary
Accounts Payable and Procure-to-Pay (PTP) professional with 7+ years of experience in shared services and global business environments. Skilled in supplier invoice management, vendor reconciliations, payment processing, and financial compliance. Adept at ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to controls while driving process improvements and supporting audits. Strong ERP expertise (SAP Ariba, SAP MM, Oracle, JDE) and advanced Excel skills. Proven ability to train teams, resolve escalations, and contribute to operational excellence.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Specialist
Genpact India Private Limited
Noida, India
05.2023 - 07.2026
- Acted as SME for AP processes, contributing to process improvement projects.
- Audited payment batches, identified discrepancies, and implemented corrective actions to enhance accuracy and compliance.
- Managed supplier invoices and vendor reconciliations, ensuring timely payment processing and adherence to SLAs.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to streamline payables operations and maintain audit readiness.
- Supported month-end closing and compliance with tax and financial regulations.
Specialist
Cognizant Technology Solutions
Hyderabad, India
02.2021 - 04.2023
- Led vendor reconciliations, GR/IR reviews, and month-end provisions.
- Reviewed and processed invoices for materials, services, and freight, ensuring prompt payment and supplier satisfaction.
- Ensured accuracy in tax application (VAT, withholding tax) and compliance.
- Conducted 3-way/2-way matches to eliminate fraud and maintain audit trails.
- Resolved escalations and implemented corrective actions, reducing recurrence of issues and improving operational stability.
- Facilitated daily team meetings and onboarded new employees, enhancing team communication and adherence to KPIs.
Accountant
Kothari Agritech Private Limited
Pune, India
05.2018 - 11.2019
- Audited bank statements, resolved discrepancies, and ensured compliance with financial policies to maintain accuracy and integrity of financial records.
- Oversaw AP/AR operations, validated supplier invoices, and executed payments to ensure timely financial transactions.
- Managed wire/ACH payments, letters of credit, and bank guarantees to facilitate secure and efficient cash flow.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Finance
PCCOE
Pune01-2013
Skills
- Supplier Invoice Management & Vendor Reconciliation
- Procure-to-Pay (PTP) Operations & Accounts Payable
- Payment Processing & GR/IR Reconciliation
- Financial Compliance & Audit Support (SOX)
- ERP Systems: SAP Ariba, SAP MM, Oracle, JDE
- Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP)
- Month-End Closing & Reporting
- Team Training, Development & Escalation Handling
Key Achievements
- Reduced invoice discrepancies through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
- Improved vendor query turnaround time by streamlining communication channels.
- Supported ERP transitions and contributed to automation initiatives.
- Consistently achieved SLA/KPI targets for invoice accuracy and payment timeliness.
Timeline
Senior Specialist
Genpact India Private Limited
05.2023 - 07.2026
Specialist
Cognizant Technology Solutions
02.2021 - 04.2023
Accountant
Kothari Agritech Private Limited
05.2018 - 11.2019
Master of Business Administration - Finance
PCCOE