Ganesh Nerella
Summary
Experienced Manager with over 15 years of expertise in accounting, process transitions, Record to Report (R2R), and month-end activities. Skilled in spearheading global transitions in Pune, India, and Scottsdale, USA, demonstrating a proven ability to stabilize processes from inception to go-live. Acknowledged for implementing lean methodologies, enhancing workflows, and achieving measurable outcomes.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager
Genpact India
06.2019 - Current
- Directed and stabilized transitions for global accounting processes, ensuring seamless knowledge transfer and operational success
- Spearheaded process control mechanisms that significantly reduced average reconciliation rejection rates
- Created process maps and conducted tailored training programs for new hires, enabling consistent team performance aligned with SLAs
- Designed and implemented lean ideas that improved operational efficiency and reduced process redundancies
- Acted as a liaison between clients and internal teams, fostering robust partnerships and clear communication
- Led month-end close activities, including reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
Accounts Manager
Sneha Graphics (India) Pvt. Ltd.
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Oversaw payroll, TDS statements, GST filings, and reconciliations to ensure statutory compliance and financial accuracy
- Monitored daily accounting tasks, including sales and purchases, and verified vendor documentation
- Coordinated with auditors for annual account finalization and tax filings
Accounts Manager
Mahashakti Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
08.2016 - 10.2018
- Maintained financial records, prepared tax computations, and managed compliance with statutory regulations
- Oversaw reconciliations, payroll management, and indirect tax filings
- Finalized accounts and liaised with auditors for annual reviews
Assistant Manager
Genpact India
12.2011 - 08.2016
- Played a pivotal role in transitioning and stabilizing processes in Pune (February 2012) and Scottsdale, USA (May and November 2015)
- Collaborated with onshore and offshore management to design roadmaps for successful knowledge transfer and stabilization
- Managed training for newly hired team members, ensuring their readiness from knowledge transfer to go-live
- Standardized operational tasks by creating SOPs, trackers, and detailed process documentation
- Served as a Special Weapon And Tactics (SWAT) Team Member, resolving production issues and managing escalations during transitions
Office Assistant, Collection Agent
Various Domestic Organizations
06.2003 - 11.2011
- Managed collections, banking transactions, foreign currency exchanges, and customer payments while ensuring compliance with FEMA and KYC regulations.
- Processed loan documentation for consumer durables and two-wheelers, resolved customer queries, and maintained accurate records.
- Calculated agent commissions, handled office administration tasks, and prepared detailed financial reports.
- Gained extensive experience in customer interaction, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
Osmania University
Hyderabad01.2003
Skills
Soft skills
- Leadership and Team Management
- SLA Management and Problem-Solving
- Process Documentation and Knowledge Sharing
- Training and development, and process improvement
Technical skills
- Accounting tools: Tally, Oracle, SAP, Focus, Genius
- Reconciliation Tools: Blackline, Trintech, ARC, Hyperion Reports
- MS Office: Excel (formulas, macros), Word, PowerPoint
Accomplishments
- Transition Leadership: Transitioned and stabilized processes in Pune and Scottsdale, managing global process ownership from inception to go-live.
- Awards: Honored with Gold (2015), Silver (2014, 2023, 2024), and Bronze (2013, 2014, 2019) awards for extraordinary performance in transition and process delivery.
- Lean Innovation: Reduced reconciliation turnaround time (TAT) by implementing Excel-based automation and lean ideas, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Team Excellence: Recipient of the "Best Manager and Team Award," where every team member received individual recognition.
- Digital Transformation: Deployed iPads for sales executives, leading to increased productivity and streamlined operations.
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Certified, Genpact India Pvt. Ltd.
- Advanced GST Practitioner Certification, SME Technology Development Centre (GOI), 2019
Projects
1. Process Improvements in Accounting and Reporting
- Scenario: The accounting team faced inefficiencies in report preparation and high turnaround times.
- Challenges: Excessive time spent on report preparation and elevated rejection rates in reconciliations.
- Solutions:
- Implemented lean methodologies and Excel automation, reducing TAT in reports like Debtors Ageing, Sales Tracking, and Bank Reconciliations.
- Optimized Attendance and OT Reports, saving 80% of processing time.
- Results: Improved data management accuracy and significantly enhanced operational efficiency.
2. Digital Transformation for Sales Executives
- Scenario: Sales executives relied on cumbersome paper documentation, leading to inefficiencies.
- Challenges: Time wasted searching for documents and reliance on paper records.
- Solutions: Introduced iPads for digital document management, improving space utilization and reducing manual errors.
- Results: Enhanced efficiency and streamlined sales operations, allowing executives to focus more on market activities.
3. Global Process Transition and Stabilization
- Scenario: Transitioned and stabilized accounting processes for global clients.
- Challenges: Managing knowledge transfer and integrating processes into operational workflows.
- Solutions:
- Collaborated with clients to understand requirements and SLAs.
- Designed process maps, trackers, and SOPs for standardized operations.
- Conducted training sessions for new hires, ensuring readiness for go-live.
- Results: Successfully transitioned and stabilized processes for 30+ business units, achieving process stability and operational excellence.
Timeline
Manager
Genpact India
06.2019 - Current
Accounts Manager
Sneha Graphics (India) Pvt. Ltd.
10.2018 - 06.2019
Accounts Manager
Mahashakti Enterprises Pvt. Ltd.
08.2016 - 10.2018
Assistant Manager
Genpact India
12.2011 - 08.2016
Office Assistant, Collection Agent
Various Domestic Organizations
06.2003 - 11.2011
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
Osmania University
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