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DIPESH S CHAUDHARI

DIPESH S CHAUDHARI

Senior Manager - AP Operations
Mumbai

Summary

Strategic Accounts Payable & Procure-to-Pay Transformation Leader with 17+ years of experience delivering global AP optimization, Source-to-Pay digitization, and shared services transformation across captive and outsourced environments. Expert in redesigning end-to-end AP operating models, embedding automation, and scaling governance frameworks for multi-country, multi-ERP landscapes.

Extensive hands-on execution experience with Medius AP Automation, SAP ECC, SAP S/4HANA, Oracle EBS/Fusion, and OCR-based invoice processing solutions. Track record of driving sustainable cost savings, accelerated invoice cycle times, audit-ready compliance, and predictable BAU performance through Lean Six Sigma methodologies, risk-based quality controls, and performance-linked KPIs.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Senior Manager – Accounts Payables

Priceline Technologies India Pvt Ltd
12.2021 - 04.2025
  • Directed Accounts Payable teams supporting Hotel Merchant and Opaque business verticals, managing high-volume invoice processing, 2-way/3-way matching, approvals, posting, and payment execution with strong compliance controls.
  • Owned AP month-end close activities, including: Accruals for un-invoiced liabilities ; Prepaid expense recognition ; AP ageing reviews and reconciliation to GL ; Ensured accurate period-end reporting and audit readiness.
  • Managed US region Accounts Payable operations, overseeing vendor inquiries, invoice validation, tax and withholding checks, payment scheduling, and adherence to US GAAP and internal control requirements.
  • Led AP bank and clearing account reconciliations for high-volume settlement accounts, resolving reconciling items, duplicate payments, and posting errors to ensure GL integrity and clean close.
  • Drove AP system enhancements and new tool implementations, partnering with IT and vendors to improve automation, straight-through processing, and control effectiveness across AP workflows.
  • Executed process documentation,and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for AP exceptions, rework, and delays; implemented corrective actions to improve cycle time, first-pass yield, and SLA adherence.

Senior Project Manager – Accounts Payables

Hexaware India Pvt. Limited
11.2020 - 12.2021
  • Spearheaded end-to-end implementation and optimization of Accounts Payable (AP) and Vendor Management processes for global clients across Europe and the US.
  • Acted as Functional Lead on system implementation programs, influencing solution design decisions and ensuring compliance with global sourcing policies.
  • Worked with client procurement and IT teams to align AP & (P2P) automation platforms (Medius, Esker, Basware) with SAP Ariba Buying & Invoicing for enhanced PO/Invoice matching and compliance.
  • Supported global procurement transformation initiatives involving Coupa implementation for Procure-to-Pay, assisting in requirement gathering, mapping AS-IS vs TO-BE workflows, and validating test cases for supplier onboarding, PO creation, and invoice automation.
  • Acted as Functional Lead and Subject Matter Expert (SME) for multiple finance system implementation projects, translating business needs into scalable process and technology solutions.
  • Defined KPIs for automation efficiency, accuracy, latency and workflow stabilization.
  • Supported integration of Medius Flow and Esker with Oracle modules for end-to-end AP automation.
  • Led and mentored a 60+ member PTP/AP/AR delivery team for multiple global clients, ensuring consistent delivery on procurement SLAs and transformation milestones.

Manager – Accounts Payables

Travelex India Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai
07.2017 - 11.2020
  • Led end-to-end Accounts Payable and Receivable operations, leading a team of 50 professionals to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely processing across global finance workflows.
  • Championed team development and mentorship initiatives, introducing cross-training programs and KPI dashboards that enhanced overall team productivity by 20%.
  • Assessed complex PTP challenges including multi-currency settlements, regulatory requirements, and vendor control issues, proposing process re-designs based on evaluation of multiple variable factors.
  • Acted as AP SME for Month-End activities including accrual postings, prepaid amortization, vendor balance reconciliations, and GR/IR cleanup for global clients.
  • Conducted in-depth root cause analysis on supplier-related issues such as pricing mismatches, delayed invoices, missing approvals, and PO discrepancies.
  • Performed Bank Reconciliations across multi-entity structures, identifying payment lags, unapplied cash, and system sync issues between automation tools and ERP.

Manager – Finance

Colliers International India Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai
08.2016 - 06.2017

Manager – Finance

Integreon Managed Solutions, Mumbai
08.2012 - 08.2016

Asst. Manager

WNS Global Services Pvt. Ltd. Mumbai
05.2006 - 01.2012

Education

Post Graduate Diploma - Finance & Accounting

Welingkar Institute of Management (WeSchool)
Mumbai

Skills

Vendor Query Management

Automation: Medius Flow

Invoice/PO Matching & Resolution

AP Process Transition & Transformation

Month End Closing & Reporting

Shared Services Leadership

Analytical & Problem-Solving

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Stakeholder Management

Accomplishments

  • Led Global Process Transitions
  • Seamlessly transitioned the Accounts Payable and Receivable functions from Travelex UK to the Mumbai office, ensuring uninterrupted operations and successful knowledge transfer.
  • Orchestrated the migration of Billing, Collections, and Cash Forecasting functions from Integreon, Arlington DC to Mumbai, establishing process continuity and efficiency.
  • Successfully transitioned Collections, Cash Applications, and Reporting for Client SABRE Pvt. Ltd. from WCT Florida HQ to WNS, including the creation of DPMs, SOPs, and in-house training programs, while defining SLAs for process governance.
  • Financial Reconciliation Excellence, Managed complex accounting reconciliations for the Accommodation and Package Business, with in-depth understanding of API flows and their synchronization with Fintech systems and modules.
  • SME Accounts Payable and P2P, Strong command over AP Month-End Closing: Accruals, Prepaids, AP Ageing, Bank Reconciliations & high-volume financial workflows and Reporting.
  • Innovative Financial Tools Development, Conceptualized and implemented the 'Invoice 360' research and analysis tool, enabling precise journal entries and improving the accuracy of financial accounting.
  • Process Documentation and Digital Imprints, Created SOPs, process maps, RACI matrices and training documents at various capacities for multiple clients and stakeholder enabling smooth digital adoption and process restorations.

Software

SAP/S4HANA

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Codaio

Mediuscom

Esker on Demand

Certification

SAP FICO Certified

Timeline

Senior Manager – Accounts Payables

Priceline Technologies India Pvt Ltd
12.2021 - 04.2025

Senior Project Manager – Accounts Payables

Hexaware India Pvt. Limited
11.2020 - 12.2021

Manager – Accounts Payables

Travelex India Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai
07.2017 - 11.2020

Manager – Finance

Colliers International India Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai
08.2016 - 06.2017

Manager – Finance

Integreon Managed Solutions, Mumbai
08.2012 - 08.2016

Asst. Manager

WNS Global Services Pvt. Ltd. Mumbai
05.2006 - 01.2012

Post Graduate Diploma - Finance & Accounting

Welingkar Institute of Management (WeSchool)
DIPESH S CHAUDHARISenior Manager - AP Operations