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SalesManager

C.P. MADHUSUDAN

Manager, Billing Operations Manager
Bangalore,Karnataka

Summary

Strategic Business Operations Manager with over 21 years of experience driving SaaS subscription billing, revenue governance, and cross-functional financial operations. Proven expertise in leading end-to-end Quote-to-Cash (Q2C) lifecycles, including contract validation, subscription activation, and revenue alignment. Currently managing high-volume SaaS operations supporting 69,000+ subscriptions with 99.5% billing accuracy and zero audit observations. Recognized for strengthening SLA discipline, reducing backlogs by 90%, and delivering seamless month-end closures with zero revenue slippage

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager, Subscriptions & Billing Operations

Freshworks Technologies Pvt Ltd
Chennai/Bengaluru, Karnataka
10.2023 - Current

● Billing Operations Oversight: Directed end-to-end billing processes, ensuring compliance with audit standards and improving accuracy in invoice generation and payment reconciliation.
● Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnered with sales, finance, and AR teams to resolve escalations, ensuring seamless month-end and quarter-end closures.
● Workflow Optimization: Streamlined subscription workflows, reducing processing time and enhancing client experience for enterprise and SMB customers.
● Process Improvements: Designed and implemented enhancements that optimized revenue recognition, contributing to financial transparency and operational scalability.
● Team Mentorship: Mentored and developed team members, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement aligned with organizational goals.
● Compliance Management: Played a pivotal role in aligning billing and subscription processes with compliance requirements, maintaining perpetual audit readiness.
● Client Retention: Partnered with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of billing processes with contract milestones, enhancing client retention and satisfaction.
● Performance Reporting: Prepared and presented detailed MIS reports to stakeholders, offering actionable insights into billing trends, backlogs, and performance metrics.
● Customer Onboarding: Ensured seamless onboarding of new customers by coordinating closely with sales and support teams, delivering a superior start-to-finish experience.
● Recognition: Earned acknowledgment from senior leadership for contributions to operational excellence and team productivity.
● Led automation-driven Startup Account Initiative, generating USD 32,000 incremental revenue in 8 months.

Team Lead, Subscriptions and Billing

Freshworks Technologies Pvt Ltd
02.2021 - 09.2023

● Leadership: Led a team in managing end-to-end billing processes, ensuring timely activations and smooth month-end closures to support revenue targets.
● Workflow Efficiency: Designed and implemented improved workflows for subscription management, reducing processing time and enhancing service delivery.
● Issue Resolution: Collaborated with sales and revenue operations teams to resolve billing challenges, improving client satisfaction and retention.
● Team Culture: Fostered a high-performing team environment, consistently receiving recognition for operational efficiency.

Team Leader - Quote to Cash Operations(Q2C)

IBM India Private Limited
Bengaluru, Karnataka
06.2004 - 02.2021

Team Leader - Order to Cash Operations, 05/2016 to 01/2021
● Contract Management: Oversaw critical outsourcing contracts and managed milestone-based billing for enterprise clients, ensuring compliance with revenue recognition guidelines.
● Operational Improvements: Analyzed process execution trends and implemented changes, enhancing service quality and client satisfaction.
● Audit Preparedness: Played a pivotal role in audit readiness by preparing detailed documentation and addressing compliance issues effectively.
● Awards and Recognition: Earned multiple awards, including the IBM Bravo Award, for exceptional contributions to revenue-driving initiatives.


Customer Fulfillment/Senior Specialist, Integrated Supply Chain , 05/2004 to 06/2006
● Order Processing: Managed order processing and invoicing in ERP systems, ensuring compliance with corporate policies and operational standards.
● Customer Satisfaction: Collaborated with logistics and inventory teams to optimize shipment schedules, improving customer satisfaction through timely deliveries.

Education

MBA - Project Management

Suresh Gyan Vihar University

B Com -

Gitam University

Skills

Audit Compliance(SOX, ASC 606 & IFRS 15)

Problem Solving

Operations Management

Contract Management

Supply chain Management

Stakeholder Collaboration

Performance management

Decision-making

Strategic planning

Operations management

Team leadership

Financial management

Relationship building

Contract management

Cross-functional teamwork

Complex Problem-solving

Task delegation

Key performance indicators

Recruiting and interviewing

Conflict resolution

Policy and procedure development

Accomplishments

AWARDS

IBM Bravo Award: Recognized for overall outstanding performance.

"Extra Mile" Award (Freshworks): Acknowledged for exceptional support in deal closures with 100% velocity.

Certificate of Excellence (IBM/ANZ): Awarded for individual performance in key projects.

Outstanding Team Contribution (IBM): Honored for exemplary teamwork in achieving organizational goals.

Multiple Individual Performance Awards (IBM): Recognized for exceptional contributions during quarters Q3 2005, Q3 2006, and Q2 2009.

Sales Leadership Team Recognition (Freshworks): Token of Appreciation for ensuring seamless quarter-end closures.

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAININGS

● Leadership Acceleration Program from Kapable

● IBM Client Delivery Experience

● Quality Management: Business Process Improvement

● Project Plan Development

● Team Leadership Skills

● IBM Principles of Supply Chain Management

● Client Responsiveness Training

● ISC Fundamentals: Understanding the ISC Strategy

● Effectively Communication in Team Settings

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
Tamil
Elementary (A2)

Timeline

Manager, Subscriptions & Billing Operations

Freshworks Technologies Pvt Ltd
10.2023 - Current

Team Lead, Subscriptions and Billing

Freshworks Technologies Pvt Ltd
02.2021 - 09.2023

Team Leader - Quote to Cash Operations(Q2C)

IBM India Private Limited
06.2004 - 02.2021

MBA - Project Management

Suresh Gyan Vihar University

B Com -

Gitam University
C.P. MADHUSUDANManager, Billing Operations Manager