Animesh Tripathy
Assistant Manager - Accounts Payable
Bengaluru
Summary
Assistant Manager - Accounts Payable leading global accounts payable, travel & expense, and SAP payment operations across 3–4 regions. Drives payment automation for manual activities, executive 4 Power BI dashboards, and SOX-aligned controls that improved accuracy, compliance, and approval speed. Builds scalable processes through cross-functional partnership with Finance and IT, including low-code/no-code solutions and batch payment redesign. Professional with solid experience in accounts payable management and financial operations. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in invoice processing, vendor payments, reconciliations, and compliance. Known for reliability, integrity, and effective communication.
Overview
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4
Languages
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Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager - Accounts Payable
NOKIA (Formerly INFINERA INDIA PVT. LTD.)
Bengaluru
05.2023 - Current
- Lead a global Accounts Payable Payments team supporting North America, EMEA, APAC, and LATAM.
- Spearheaded payment automation initiatives resulting in approximately 80% process automation.
- Delivered a global payment transformation program by replacing manual payment activities with system-driven batch payment solutions.
- Partner with Finance, IT, and Business stakeholders to develop scalable low-code/no-code automation solutions.
- Manage end-to-end SAP payment operations ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory compliance.
- Publish executive-level AP and T&E dashboards through Power BI.
- Lead payment governance reviews and collaborate with executive leadership for critical payment approvals.
- Ensure compliance with SOX, internal controls, and audit requirements.
- Certify AP and T&E Black-Line reconciliations and control effectiveness.
- Support integration and harmonization activities associated with Nokia transformation initiatives.
- Drive talent development, succession planning, and performance management across the team.
- Key Achievements
- Achieved 80% automation across targeted payment activities.
- Reduced operational risk through implementation of system-based payment controls.
- Enabled stronger management visibility through Power BI-driven KPI reporting.
Team Manager - Invoice to Pay (APAC)
CARGILL BUSINESS SERVICES INDIA PVT. LTD.
Bengaluru
02.2018 - 04.2023
- Managed end-to-end payment operations across seven APAC countries while leading a team of sixteen finance professionals.
- Delivered automation and control improvement projects that enhanced process accuracy and operational efficiency.
- Standardized key AP processes by implementing audit recommendations and completing process evaluations.
- Conducted annual appraisals, talent reviews, and development planning to build a high-performance team culture.
- Approved vendor, employee, and intercompany payments, including high-value transactions and audit-sensitive items.
- Prepared KPI and SEF reports and led monthly business review meetings with key stakeholders.
- Managed escalations and collaborated across functions to resolve operational and payment-related issues.
- Spearheaded P2P transformation initiatives that generate cost savings and measurable efficiency gains.
- Key Achievements
- Completed a Six Sigma Green Belt project to optimize payment execution cycles.
- Successfully transitioned Indonesia I2P operations into the shared services environment.
- Implemented Remedy Force for query tracking and SLA management, improving visibility and response discipline.
- Automated invoice indexing and credit memo processing, resulting in annual savings of USD 50,000+.
Team Lead - Accounts Payable
HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE
Bengaluru
02.2015 - 02.2018
- Supervised a team of 14 members supporting India P2P operations and vendor payments.
- Ensured on time and accurate processing of invoices and T&E claims in SAP and Concur.
- Developed monthly governance decks, KPI reports, and SLA performance reviews for management.
- Reconciled payments and monitored accounts to ensure accuracy and resolution of discrepancies.
- Coordinated with the GL team on netting activities and intercompany reconciliations.
- Managed month-end close support activities and maintained audit compliance.
- Promoted a culture of ownership, quality, and continuous improvement within the team.
Financial Associate - FP&A / Accounts Payable
IGATE GLOBAL SOLUTIONS
Bengaluru
05.2013 - 10.2014
- Supported FP&A and Accounts Payable activities.
- Managed intercompany accounting and reconciliations.
- Delivered budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis reports to support business decision-making.
- Improved reporting processes and management information systems.
- Supported revenue forecasting and financial planning initiatives.
- Identified and resolved the root cause of invoice failures in the Auto Posting process, driving an increase in the auto-posting success rate from 75% to 90% and improving processing efficiency.
Process Associate - Accounts Payable
HP GLOBAL E-BUSINESS OPERATIONS
Bengaluru
04.2011 - 12.2012
- Processed PO and Non-PO invoices in SAP.
- Managed vendor queries, reconciliations, and payment investigations.
- Supported month-end close activities and recurring journal entries.
- Prepared SLA and performance reporting.
- Performed Duplicate Payment Analysis (DPAT) to prevent overpayments
- Trained new employees on AP processes and controls.
- Prepared GR/IR (Goods Receipt/Invoice Receipt) reports and handled related queries via Remedy and Zendesk.
Junior Accountant
IPC & CO.
Cuttack
04.2008 - 03.2010
- Managed bookkeeping and accounting activities.
- Prepared financial statements and balance sheet schedules.
- Supported purchase and sales accounting operations.
Education
MBA - Finance
Berhampur University
Brahmapur, India01-2010
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Khallikote Autonomous College, Berhampur University
Brahmapur, India01-2007
P.U.C. - undefined
Khallikote Junior College
Odisha, India01-2004
Matriculation -
Govt. High School, Medical Campus
Brahmapur, India01-2002
Skills
Accounts payable
Procure-to-pay (P2P)
Invoice-to-pay (I2P)
Vendor payments
Shared services operations
Certification
Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the information furnished above is true to my knowledge and belief.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Multiple leadership awards for operational excellence and process stabilization., Recognized for successful global transitions and transformation initiatives., Consistently achieved high audit and compliance ratings., Awarded for working capital improvement and process optimization contributions.
Timeline
Assistant Manager - Accounts Payable
NOKIA (Formerly INFINERA INDIA PVT. LTD.)
05.2023 - Current
Team Manager - Invoice to Pay (APAC)
CARGILL BUSINESS SERVICES INDIA PVT. LTD.
02.2018 - 04.2023
Team Lead - Accounts Payable
HEWLETT PACKARD ENTERPRISE
02.2015 - 02.2018
Financial Associate - FP&A / Accounts Payable
IGATE GLOBAL SOLUTIONS
05.2013 - 10.2014
Process Associate - Accounts Payable
HP GLOBAL E-BUSINESS OPERATIONS
04.2011 - 12.2012
Junior Accountant
IPC & CO.
04.2008 - 03.2010
P.U.C. - undefined
Khallikote Junior College
MBA - Finance
Berhampur University
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
Khallikote Autonomous College, Berhampur University
Matriculation -
Govt. High School, Medical Campus