AZIM AHMED SHAIKH

• Manage end-to-end accounts payable operations, including vendor invoice processing, approvals, and query resolution for global entities.
• Administer Oracle NetSuite for invoice workflows, employee reimbursements, vendor master maintenance, and approval routing.
• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations, ensuring accurate posting of transactions and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Record and reconcile intercompany transactions, supporting accurate group-level reporting.
• Support month-end close activities, including journal entry preparation, balance checks, and finance reporting support.
• Review and approve employee expense reports using SAP Concur, ensuring adherence to company policies and audit standards.
• Partner with compliance teams on VAT code validation across multiple countries, ensuring correct tax treatment and regulatory compliance.
• Actively liaise with internal stakeholders and vendors to resolve invoice mismatches and payment issues efficiently.

Key Achievements

• Successfully reconciled and applied USD 26,000 of unapplied cash to correct customer/vendor accounts.
• Recovered USD 8,000+ in employee expense overpayments through detailed audit and follow-up.

• Executed vendor payment processing and invoice posting in Oracle NetSuite, ensuring accuracy and on-time settlements.
• Conducted vendor reconciliations and resolved discrepancies related to pricing, quantity, and tax differences.
• Prepared monthly AP and aging reports using advanced Excel formulas to support management review.
• Played a key role in clearing invoice backlogs, maintaining SLA compliance during high-volume periods.
• Coordinated invoice allocation and workload distribution among team members to optimize productivity.
• Trained and mentored new team members on AP processes, ERP usage, and compliance requirements.

Key Achievements

• Cleared a backlog of 500+ unresolved finance emails, restoring service levels and reducing response time significantly.
• Implemented process controls that reduced duplicate invoice entries by 30%.

• Executed equity trades on behalf of clients using ODIN trading platforms.
• Advised clients on capital market instruments including equities and mutual funds.
• Managed client onboarding, KYC documentation, and demat account processing.
• Built and maintained client relationships through advisory and support services.