Projects-
Finance transformation and Operate (7 Jan – Present)
Client Summary- The client is a liquor manufacturer based out of the US. It had facilities being operated globally.
Role:
- Successfully led and mentored a team of 4 members, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
- Managed the Accounts Payable (AP) processing for the Canada entity, with specific focus on handling credits and refunds, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of all transactions.
- Directed weekly payment runs for the Europe region, assuring all payments were processed on schedule and any arising issues were promptly resolved.
- Acted as the lead tester during the Oracle Fusion AP implementation, contributing significantly to its successful deployment and subsequent user adaptation.
- Initiated and executed process improvements for Purchase Order (PO) issues, correction of incorrect payments, and recoup of funds for clients, leading to enhanced operational efficiency.
- Provided comprehensive training to team members on new processes and the Oracle system, enabling smooth transitions and effective system utilization.
- Contributed to the documentation of various Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and enhanced existing training materials, promoting continuous learning and process optimization within the team.
Technical Environment: Oracle Fusion AP, System 21, intellichief
Finance transformation and Operate (Sep 2021 – Dec 2021)
Client Summary-The client develops plant-based substitutes for meat products based out of the US.
Project Summary-
Client having issues due to new SAP Implementation in Accounts Payable process, which has caused a huge backlog of 6000+ invoices which are not paid yet. Ask is to provide solutions to overcome issues affecting the AP process such as Vendor issues, Underfunded PO’s, Missing critical information on invoice, Missing goods receipt. Identify & help resolving issues starting from procurement to payment, to facilitate on time invoice payments. documenting SOPs for PO/NPO invoice processing from scratch. Invoice processing (Clearing 6000 invoices backlog).
Role:
- Undertook a comprehensive understanding of the process, identified roadblocks and pain points, and successfully cleared Accounts Payable (AP) backlogs.
- Worked collaboratively with the AP team to incorporate resolution options, significantly improving the speed and efficiency of problem-solving.
- Drove the War Room with the AP team and other stakeholders, facilitating swift resolution of challenges and ensuring smooth operations.
- Successfully led the project to completion by effectively clearing all backlog work, demonstrating strong leadership and project management skills.
- Assisted in identifying and implementing action points for Procure-to-Pay (PTP) improvement, contributing to the continuous improvement of financial processes.
- Documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), ensuring a clear understanding of processes and facilitating consistent adherence to established procedures.
Technical Environment: SAP S4 Hana
Finance IT and Opearte (Jun 2021-Jun 2021)
Client Summary- The client is in Health/Pharmacy care company based out of the US. It had facilities being operated globally. In 2021 Client was in top 5 on the Fortune 500 list.
Role:
- Managed user profiles, which involved creating and modifying profiles, as well as adding or removing user access as per requirements, ensuring optimal user management.
- Handled account assignments and unassignments, effectively managing user access and permissions.
- Actively involved in account maintenance,including removal of duplicate accounts, and performing bulk account maintenance, ensuring accuracy of data.
- Conducted dynamic account maintenance, demonstrating adaptability in managing changing account requirements.
- import of data from ERP tools to Cadency, ensuring seamless data integration and availability in financial systems.
- Configured reports and tools as per business needs, tailoring system functionalities to meet specific operational requirements.
- Scheduled jobs in the tool, efficiently managing tasks and ensuring timely completion of operations.
Technical Environment: Trintech’s Cadency