Anurag Damodaran
New Delhi
Summary
MBA professional with over 19 years of experience in Accounts & Finance, specializing in Revenue Assurance, Billing, Accounts Receivables, Credit Control, and Revenue Accounting. Proficient in SAP ERP with a proven track record of maintaining accuracy in financial reporting and optimizing cash flow. A strategic leader with expertise in driving operational efficiency, enhancing team productivity, and resolving customer issues with precision. Recognized for strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to lead diverse teams to achieve business objectives. Skilled in operational strategy, team leadership, and conflict resolution, excelling in adapting to changing environments and ensuring successful completion of organizational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager – Revenue Assurance
Ecom Express Limited
Gurgaon
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Spearheaded the Revenue Assurance team, overseeing the entire revenue and collections process to optimize cash flow, minimize discrepancies, and ensure financial accuracy
- Ensure timely completion of billing cycles and invoice dispatch, consistently achieving strict adherence to TAT
- Led efforts to drive the collection process and reduce DSO, ensuring a healthy and consistent cash flow
- Proactively identified and addressed potential revenue leakages due to data inaccuracies or misinterpretations of client agreements, leading to enhanced financial integrity
- Conducted monthly variance analysis, comparing actual revenue against forecasts, and provided actionable insights to senior management for improved decision-making
- Collaborated closely with Legal and Key Account Managers to finalize service agreements and addendums, ensuring alignment with company policies and client expectations
- Implemented pre-validation measures for invoicing, securing customer acknowledgment to reduce credit notes and minimize disputes during payment cycles
- Managed the issuance of Credit and Debit Notes, ensuring accurate financial records and compliance with internal policies
- Monitored warehouse operational costs, ensuring accurate client billing in accordance with contractual agreements
- Dispatching Dunning letters and payment reminders to clients with overdue accounts, enhancing collection efficiency and reducing DSO
Deputy Manager – Revenue Assurance
ATC Telecom Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd
Gurgaon
09.2014 - 05.2023
- Managed Pan India Infrastructure Provisioning Billing for Telecom operators, handling monthly billings worth INR 250 Cr, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in invoicing
- Oversaw billing processes for major clients, including Airtel and Vodafone, contributing significantly to a monthly billing contribution of INR 140 Cr
- Conducted comprehensive site-wise revenue analysis to maintain billing accuracy, proactively identifying and addressing any discrepancies
- Conducted in-depth data analysis to uncover revenue leakages at multiple levels—field operations, source systems, and billing platforms—resulting in improved financial outcomes
- Issuing Balance Confirmation Certificates to operators and calculate exit penalties for early site terminations, ensuring contractual compliance
- Partnered with IT team to enhance data quality and billing logic, leading to more accurate billing processes and reducing discrepancies
- Developed and implemented robust processes for monthly and quarterly variance analysis, ensuring compliance during audits (SOX and Internal Audit) and identifying areas for revenue enhancement
- Preparing detailed audit schedules for statutory and internal audits, ensuring all documentation was complete and compliant with regulations
- Fostered a culture of high performance by setting clear targets for the team, monitoring key metrics, and providing regular feedback and support to enhance productivity
Senior Officer - Finance (Accounts Receivable)
Hilti India Pvt Ltd
Delhi
04.2006 - 05.2014
- Led credit control initiatives by analyzing customer creditworthiness, assigning appropriate credit limits, and managing credit periods to mitigate risk
- Successfully managed payment collections for one of the company’s largest clients, L&T, ensuring timely invoice submissions and effective follow-ups to maintain cash flow
- Conducted weekly monitoring and reporting of Bad Debt Provisions at both customer and regional levels, providing insights to senior management for risk management
- Executed bank and cash reconciliations with precision, ensuring financial records accurately reflected company transactions
- Recorded incoming payments and posted accounting entries in SAP, generating essential business reports to aid decision-making
- Supporting the Sales and Finance teams in collecting payments, actively engaging in customer communications to resolve outstanding issues
- Developed and circulated daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports to departmental leadership, driving accountability and transparency
Executive Assistant
Flemingo Duty Free Shop Pvt. Ltd
IGI Airport
04.2005 - 04.2006
- Coordinated and facilitated meetings with the Commercial Department officials of the Airport Authority to secure commercial licenses and approvals, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
- Maintained the employee database and managed entry pass approvals for employees, streamlining access procedures at the airport
- Responsible for the procurement and distribution of Indian products sold at the Duty-Free Shop, enhancing product availability for customers
Finance Assistant
Precision Alloys and Chemicals
Delhi
05.2004 - 04.2005
- Collaborated with the Sales Team to ensure timely payment collections, maintaining healthy cash flow for the organization
- Managed the dunning process, effectively communicating with customers regarding overdue payments and facilitating resolutions
- Oversaw employee expenses and reimbursements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
Education
MBA - Finance
Sikkim Manipal University
DelhiBBA -
Sikkim Manipal University
Delhi10th and 12th Grades - CBSE
Kerala Education Society School
DelhiSkills
- Billing Cycle Management
- Telecom Tower IP Billing
- Warehouse Billing
- Debt Collection
- AR Aging Reports & DSO
- Credit Control
- Financial Reporting
- Forecasting & Budgeting for Provisions
- Revenue Accounting
- Billing Automation
- SAP (FICO)
- SOX & Internal Compliance
- Project Management
- Proficient in MS Office
- Quantitative Analysis
- Dispute Resolution
- Account Reconciliation
- Cross-functional Collaboration
Recognition
- Employee of the Month, 2009, For outstanding performance and contribution to team success.
- Letter of Appreciation, 2011, For displaying exceptional teamwork and commitment to the organization.
- Employee of the Year (Finance), 2012, Recognizing leadership and impact on financial operations.
- Runner-up for Employee of the Year, 2023, Acknowledging continued excellence in performance.
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Malayalam
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 16 Mar 1985
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Senior Manager – Revenue Assurance
Ecom Express Limited
05.2023 - 12.2024
Deputy Manager – Revenue Assurance
ATC Telecom Infrastructure Pvt. Ltd
09.2014 - 05.2023
Senior Officer - Finance (Accounts Receivable)
Hilti India Pvt Ltd
04.2006 - 05.2014
Executive Assistant
Flemingo Duty Free Shop Pvt. Ltd
04.2005 - 04.2006
Finance Assistant
Precision Alloys and Chemicals
05.2004 - 04.2005
MBA - Finance
Sikkim Manipal University
BBA -
Sikkim Manipal University
10th and 12th Grades - CBSE
Kerala Education Society School
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