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Akanksha Sharma

Summary

Finance professional with 8 years of experience in diverse financial roles. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently while delivering high-quality results. Seeking opportunities across various industries to leverage strong organizational skills and align objectives with management goals.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager-Cash Management/Treasury

Jones Lang LaSalle
02.2024 - Current
  • I have experience working in transition process, where my primary responsibility was to ensure a seamless transition and effectively hand over the work to JLL
  • Proactively managed and reduced bad debt by implementing effective collections strategies
  • Streamlined bad debt recovery processes, enhancing overall financial health
  • Developed and enforced credit policies, minimizing bad debt risk and optimizing collections
  • Led initiatives to reduce bad debt, ensuring accurate financial reporting and reduced write-offs
  • Monitoring the Bank Accounts, payments and invoices for correct application of Payments (Checks and EFTs) on invoices
  • Ensuring accurate and timely reconciliation of bank statements with internal records to identify and resolve any discrepancies
  • Developing and maintaining relationships with banks and other financial institutions. This includes negotiating terms, evaluating banking services, and staying informed about banking industry trends
  • Encourage a culture of continuous improvement within the team by seeking feedback, soliciting ideas for process optimization
  • Regularly monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to the treasury process, such as cash flow forecasts accuracy, transaction processing time, and compliance metrics
  • Document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for each aspect of the treasury process, including account management, cash management, payment processing, etc. Make sure all team members are trained on these procedures.

Assistant Manager –Accounts Receivable

EXL Services Pvt. Ltd
Noida
03.2021 - 02.2024
  • Company Overview: Noida
  • Endeavoring to construct and inspire a proficient team consisting of nine individuals holding executive and senior executive positions
  • Participated in various projects out of which were related to Automation
  • Ensuring that the designing, documentation & operations control is adequate for safeguarding & timeliness of processes. It involves identifying and proactively mitigating key risks in control framework
  • Team leading, consistently achieving a reduction in percentage of overdue tasks
  • Preparing monthly reports and analyses on compliance and adverse trends along with appropriate recommendations or conclusions
  • Ensuring proper recording and application of cash, management of outstanding invoices; directly interfacing with customers on collection matters and resolution of disputes
  • Analyzing unidentified receipts and properly coordinated with the bank, cash management team (back-end treasury) and to other relevant parties to ensure resolution within prescribed timeline
  • Checking Information on any balance discrepancies and reconciliation progress
  • Monitoring activities to find discrepancies and prevent financial challenges
  • Conducting a periodic evaluation of the accounting department's process assurance standards, with the aim of providing guidance on enhancing internal controls, while also identifying opportunities to mitigate transaction-related risks
  • Following up all transactions continuously and provide updates to management
  • Implementing a contingency plan for the critical functions of the Accounts Receivable team by successfully cross training each member
  • Ensuring proper recording & application of cash, management of outstanding invoices; directly interfaced with customers on collection matters and resolution of disputes
  • Helping senior management plan and carry out daily operations and meet key objectives
  • Noida

Finance Executive – US Finance

Artech Infosystems Pvt. Ltd.
Noida
05.2019 - 03.2021
  • Company Overview: (Noida)
  • Implemented robust financial reporting data systems resulting in significant reduction in process discrepancies
  • Played a key role in mentoring & nurturing new team members, fostering their professional growth & development
  • On-Boarded of consultants per the US HR Compliance
  • Devised targeted solutions for consultant based on taxes and specific needs
  • Reduced process discrepancies by accurately maintaining financial reporting data systems
  • (Noida)

Dispute Analyst

Genpact India Pvt. Ltd.
Gurugram
08.2017 - 03.2019
  • Company Overview: (Gurugram)
  • Analyzed opposing sides of disputes to objectively assess situations from legal perspective
  • Implemented settlement agreements by suggesting solutions and assisting in making effective decisions for all parties involved
  • Revised quality control standards, methods, and procedures in order to ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements
  • Managed and archived of quality documentation, as well as actively participating in both internal and external quality audits
  • (Gurugram)

Account Receivable Specialist

Genpact India Pvt. Ltd.
Gurugram
11.2015 - 08.2017
  • Company Overview: (Gurugram)
  • Performed targeted collections on past due accounts aged over different bucketed days
  • Reached out to clients who had outstanding accounts to establish mutually agreeable payment arrangements and explore potential options for restructuring
  • Prepared & mailed invoices to customers, processed payments and documented account updates
  • Used Oracle GL PROD and SIBEL to perform accurate financial analysis and audits to mitigate financial risks
  • (Gurugram)

Education

B. Com. -

Delhi University
01.2015

Spanish Degree -

Delhi College of Arts & Commerce
01.2015

12th -

CBSE Board
01.2012

10th -

CBSE Board
01.2010

Skills

  • Financial Analysis and Reporting
  • Risk Management
  • Budgeting
  • Forecasting
  • Compliance and Audit
  • Process Improvement
  • Team Leadership and Management
  • Client Service and Coordination
  • Project Management
  • Data Analysis
  • Cash Flow
  • Strategic Planning
  • Treasury
  • Credit Management

Languages

  • English
  • Spanish
  • Punjabi
  • Hindi

Training

  • Generative-AI
  • Voice & Accent Trainings
  • MS Excel
  • Compliance Training Certified
  • Lean Certified

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 01/07/94

Timeline

Assistant Manager-Cash Management/Treasury

Jones Lang LaSalle
02.2024 - Current

Assistant Manager –Accounts Receivable

EXL Services Pvt. Ltd
03.2021 - 02.2024

Finance Executive – US Finance

Artech Infosystems Pvt. Ltd.
05.2019 - 03.2021

Dispute Analyst

Genpact India Pvt. Ltd.
08.2017 - 03.2019

Account Receivable Specialist

Genpact India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2015 - 08.2017

B. Com. -

Delhi University

Spanish Degree -

Delhi College of Arts & Commerce

12th -

CBSE Board

10th -

CBSE Board
Akanksha Sharma