Daya Paneru
Street G6.1, Vatika India Next sec-82 Gurgaon
Summary
Assistant Manager at Grant Thornton with expertise in process optimization and team leadership. Achieved a 60% reduction in query flow through enhanced staff training and effective communication. Proven ability to drive results and improve operations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
Grant Thornton
Gurgaon
08.2024 - Current
- Streamlined daily operational tasks through effective process improvements.
- Facilitated training sessions on company policies for new staff.
- Managed a team of eight consultants at client site, ensuring project alignment.
- Conducted interviews for prospective employees, offering insights to HR on hiring.
- Planned and led team meetings to assess business results and priorities.
- Coordinated daily team calls with local office, driving process optimization initiatives.
Consultant
Grant Thornton
Gurgaon
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Possessed expertise in SAP, Oracle 11I and R12, Palette, Chromeriver, and COUPA.
- Managed employee travel, reimbursements, and accounts payable for South Africa and India regions.
- Processed invoices, ensuring accurate indexing, coding, and matching approvals for non-PO transactions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve invoice discrepancies and foster supplier relationships.
- Conducted audits of vendor accounts to identify errors and ensure compliance with financial records.
- Administered travel and reimbursement expenses for employees based in India.
- Prepared payment batches and executed weekly payments via electronic and wire methods.
- Led a team of five to address escalation emails, queries, and urgent payment requests.
Associate
Clifford Chance Business Services
Gurgaon
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Processed and verified invoices for multiple countries, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution.
- Created vendor master data for new suppliers to streamline procurement processes.
- Managed invoice scheduling for payments, including domestic wires and checks.
- Handled payroll processing, calculating compensation, deductions, and maintaining accurate employee records.
- Processed inter-company invoices and managed petty cash effectively.
- Addressed queries via emails and calls while preparing various month-end reports.
- Assisted in Cultural COE program to enhance employee work culture.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of SAP, Oracle 11i, and R12 systems.
Process Associate
Genpact India
Gurgaon
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Managed query team of six employees, handling queries via email and phone.
- Processed invoice payments promptly, prioritizing urgent requests and discounts.
- Created vendor master data records in SAP (XK01) to ensure accuracy.
- Provided weekly aging reports and invoice counts to assist management decisions.
- Achieved 100% quality checks to eliminate duplication and errors.
- Reduced email query flow by approximately 60% through effective communication strategies.
- Prepared company reconciliation to ensure financial accuracy.
- Received client recognition for efficient work and minimized query flow.
Financial analyst
Adviser Logic Pvt. Ltd
Gurgaon
11.2016 - 11.2017
- Executed asset allocation strategies aligned with individual goals, risk tolerance, and investment horizon.
- Developed and managed business processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Prepared and maintained diverse portfolios for Australian clients.
- Compiled cash flow statements to monitor financial health.
- Generated financial reports tailored to specific client needs.
Education
MBA - Finance and Marketing
Department of Management studies
Bhimtal UK2016
B.com - Commerce
Kumaun University, Nainital
Nainital, UK2014
Skills
- Communication skills
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- PowerPoint presentations
- Relationship management
- Accounts payable expertise
- ServiceNow proficiency
- Work ethic
- Team leadership
- Expense management
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Grant Thornton
08.2024 - Current
Consultant
Grant Thornton
08.2022 - 07.2024
Associate
Clifford Chance Business Services
07.2019 - 06.2022
Process Associate
Genpact India
01.2018 - 07.2019
Financial analyst
Adviser Logic Pvt. Ltd
11.2016 - 11.2017
MBA - Finance and Marketing
Department of Management studies
B.com - Commerce
Kumaun University, Nainital
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