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GIRIDHARAN BALAKRISHNAN

GIRIDHARAN BALAKRISHNAN

ITES - OUTSOURCING - BPM (BPS/BPO)- FINANCE & ACCOUNTING OPS.MANAGER
Madurai,TN

Summary

Insightful Manager with experience directing and improving operations through effective employee motivational strategies and strong policy enforcement. Proficient in best practices, market trends and regulatory requirements of industry operations. Talented leader with analytical approach to business planning and day-to-day problem-solving.

Offering 19 years of ITES/BPS/BPM/BPO experience in Finance & Accounting domain (PTP, OTC, RTR) with expertise in Operations Management, Client Relationship Management, Management Information System (SLA, Dashboard & Metric Reporting to stakeholders), People Engagement, Transition management & key stroke documentation, Strategic planner with proficiency in streamlining business processes, defining continuous improvements, enhancing employees strengths and team building to set out in meeting the quality standards and consistently meeting quality parameters, implementing quality control procedures. Dedicated [Industry] professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Collaborative leader partners with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3

Language of communication (Tamil,English,Telugu)

1
1

GAP Professional Certificate course in Tally Prime 5.1 (ERP)

Work History

Manager – Operations – OTC (AR & Order Management)

GENPACT India Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad & Gurgaon, Telangana
09.2019 - 02.2024
  • Leading Accounts Receivable and Order Management functions for an US client involved in offering cloud based data storage solutions
  • Managing an end to end role in AR Billing, Collections, Cash Apps and OM Contract profile review / Order Management sub processes.
  • Monitoring people and process performance on a real time basis
  • Maintaining Process performance metrics like AR, DSO, PD Ratio, etc
  • Weekly AR / Past Dues (Collection) review with Clients for US accounts
  • Monthly SLA review and report out of performance metrics/dashboard
  • Resolved staff member conflicts by actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground and creating conducive work atmosphere to motivate and embrace the changes & challenges.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily/weekly/monthly activities and mentoring team members and providing 1-0-1 feedback.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance to create sufficient back-up resources in place.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Ranked & adjudged with Top rated performance (T20) by Senior Manager for the Appraisal Cycle from Apr 2021 to Mar 2022
  • Received Silver Award in Q1 2023 for show of exemplary performance and speed to outcome exceeding the expectation.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
  • Organized professional development programs for staff, leading to improved performance and skill sets.
  • Spearheaded transition to remote work during global health crisis, ensuring business continuity and employee safety.
  • Managed budget allocations to prioritize spending on high-impact projects, optimizing resource utilization.
  • Coordinated with IT department to upgrade technology infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency and data security.
  • Facilitated team brainstorming sessions that led to innovative solutions for long-standing operational challenges.
  • Boosted employee morale and reduced turnover through development and implementation of comprehensive rewards and recognition program.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.

Assistant Manager – Operations – Accounts Receivable

Wipro BPS (a division of Wipro Limited)
Hyderabad, Telangana
03.2018 - 08.2019
  • Leading OTC (Order-To-Cash) tower
  • Managing a team span of 14 members as Direct Reportees
  • Handling Contract Admin, Billing and Cash Application teams in O2C Tower
  • Instrumental in the Transition and Go Live phase of a US based Healthcare service provider
  • Monitoring team’s performance through External (CPMs, SLAs) & Internal metrics (KPIs)
  • Achieved benchmark status for OTC in process management in short period
  • Maintaining a lesser Attrition rate (within 15%) in tune with process metrics
  • Driving domain based training for team in process accreditation and certification
  • Set up domain specific assessment as parameter for team’s career progression.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
  • Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
  • Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
  • Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
  • Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge and improving customer service skills.
  • Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
  • Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
  • Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
  • Optimized scheduling to ensure adequate staffing during peak hours, improving service efficiency.
  • Led weekly team meetings to discuss goals and review performance, fostering culture of continuous improvement.
  • Coached new employees, ensuring smooth onboarding process and quicker adaptation to their roles.
  • Assisted in budget preparation, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.

Quality Lead & Coordinator – QC - Service Delivery Assurance

Wipro BPS
Chennai
06.2016 - 02.2018
  • Handled an independent team of Quality Control auditors
  • Performed the Control Audits on the process lapses and provided the feedback
  • Ensuring quality parameters are adhered by review of project artefacts, tenets, definition & scope of the sub-process
  • Rendered extensive support to offshore delivery (functional) team for transformation of AP and AR Projects
  • Established an Independent QC Audit process involving Senior Leadership (Ops, SDA Lead & Quality Manager (Lead BB)
  • Carried out analysis of the high level data inputs for visual interpretation, in support of the smart operations
  • Interaction with Operations Manager & liaising with Key stakeholders (Tower Leads)
  • Review of process updates from Client & overcoming the challenges and identifying the pain areas in the service delivery
  • Preparation of the Service summary for reporting about the performance of the FAO (P2P, O2C, R2R) towers
  • Close coordination with Ops Mgmt for converting all in-scope activities for delivery mapping into SLA Reports for report to Ops Leadership to ensure Quality & TAT are met on a consistent basis
  • QC audit and compliance for the P2P (Invoice Processing) function in identification, investigation, observation & reporting of the process errors, SLA misses and defects to achieve 100% Accuracy) on a daily basis
  • Evaluating the SOP (Standard Operating Procedure) document to ensure it is in tune with the Learning Document / Tracker
  • Error impact / Defect analysis & interpretation through daily maintenance of QC Tracker / Error Log
  • Accountable for highlighting trends and challenges on quality parameters and control aspects to Client in Monthly call
  • Identifying & replicating best practices (benchmarks) across the functions to inculcate learning & sharing approach to Leads
  • Standardizing the process and ensuring compliance with the guidelines; accountable for ensuring uniformity in the process understanding at the client’s perspective
  • Allocating Adhoc tasks and assigning Projects to team members, monitoring them to ensure service delivery as per agreed TAT; handling teams for achieving & setting standards for quality/ customer satisfaction for customers
  • Leading, mentoring & monitoring the performance of team members to ensure efficiency in process operations and meeting of individual & group targets
  • SLA Management, Metric Calculation & monthly reporting to BPS Central Quality for the UK Client (on behalf of Operations).

Process Analyst (Level: F2)

Accenture Finance Services Private Limited
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
04.2007 - 02.2008
  • Measured actual performance against operating plan and interpreted results for all levels of management.
  • Updated, reconciled and resolved issues and actioned open items with the effective usage of the data trail, constant email communications & follow ups and efficient usage of computerized accounting system.
  • Compiled processed & analysed data, verified reports and year-end audit information for MIS and External reporting.
  • Reviewed and reconciled bank and general ledger accounts for facilitating monthly, quarterly and year-end reports.
  • Contributed to preparation and outlining of annual budgets.
  • Monitored and adhered to compliance requirements for covenant deliverables.
  • Improved financial operations with careful, in-depth analysis and proactive recommendations for improvement.
  • Collected data and developed detailed spreadsheets to identify trends and create revenue, profitability, and expense forecasts.
  • Produced documentation outlining process improvement solutions.
  • Analyzed and documented company processes for executive leadership and suggested areas for improvement.
  • Gathered documentation and created reports on assessed information.
  • Protected confidentiality and data integrity in work-related tasks as depicted in company regulations and protocols.
  • Collaborated closely with stakeholders during each phase of project planning and execution for maximum buy-in and success rate.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing improved processes that addressed service delivery issues.
  • Delivered successful process improvement initiatives, resulting in reduced cycle times and increased productivity.

Team Member

Ford Business Services Center
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
04.2005 - 03.2007
  • Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by consistently demonstrating professionalism, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills.
  • In these 2 years span of time, I had worked for multiple internal departments and cross functional teams starting from Invoices Processing in Accounts Payable (Ford of Europe-FOE), SME in Customer mail query resolution (Jaguar-Landrover-JLR), A/P Debit Balance team (FOB/JLR) and A/P Check Audit and QC team.
  • Supported A/P Team Lead by handling the daily inflow of volume, self assigned and allocated customer/supplier escalation emails (Level 1) related to Accounts Payable department.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in International Business - International Business Management

Pondicherry University
Pondicherry
04.2001 - 03.2002

Master of Finance and Control - Accounting And Finance

Madurai Kamaraj University
Madurai
04.1997 - 03.1999

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

The American College
Madurai
04.1994 - 03.1997

Skills

Verbal and written communication

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Accomplishments

  • Ranked with Top rated performance (ECE) by Manager in WIPRO Hyd for Appraisal Cycle from Apr 2018 to Mar 2019
  • Received Best Team Award in Q3 2018 for show of exemplary performance
  • Promoted to Asst Manager position post rigorous selection process through IJP (Relocation / Tfr from Chn to Hyd in Feb ’18)
  • Received Key Contributor Award in Jan 2017 from the UK based client for setting-up the Quality standards, MIS & independent audit team.
  • Received Kudos and appreciations from Quality (Process Lead Black Belt) for show of exemplary performance & successful completion in establishing the QC (representing SDA) process in a UK based FAO account in 2016 at short period.
  • Highly Appreciated by Quality Manager (Process Excellence) for the immaculate support provided in SLA Management (Digital Cockpit), Metric (CPM_KPI) Reporting to Carillion FC&A as a Quality MIS SPOC.
  • Supported the Operations in preparation of the Keystroke Level Document for data analytics of the process workflow to augment process automation and in conducting feasible studies.
  • Initiation, validation and review for reporting of Transaction Monitoring Sheets for P2P & O2C (AR) queues for an UK client.
  • Creation of the Process Checklist, Identification of process challenges and knowledge gaps and proposing the solutions (CTQ) for process development and domain training.
  • Achieved First Class with Distinction by Feb 2025 in securing the Professional Certificate in GAP PRIME for had been qualified as a Genesis Accounts Professional (GAP) held at Madurai Main Branch of the MYGENESIS-TALLY ACADEMY.

Interests

Playing Badminton, Cricket, Chess, listening to Music & watching Movies

Previous Experience

  • 04/2007, 02/2008, Accenture Finance Services Private Limited, F2 Process Analyst (AP IP / AP Query)
  • 04/2005, 03/2007, Ford Business Services Centre Private Limited, Team Member (AP / Debit Balance)
  • 05/2004, 03/2005, Eastman Exports Private Limited, Audit Staff (report to Chief Internal Auditor)
  • 09/2003, 04/2004, Mahindra & Mahindra Farm Solutions Limited, Accountant cum Cashier
  • 03/2001, 08/2003, Vaigai Chemicals Private Limited, Accounts Assistant
  • 04/1999, 02/2001, Jayaram & Co, Chartered Accountants, Audit Assistant

Areas Of Interest

Content Creation/Development, Reading e-Books (history, scientific exploration and innovations), e-publications & articles.

Personal Information

  • Current Location: Madurai
  • Previous Location: Hyderabad
  • Place of Birth: Madurai
  • Father's Name: N Balakrishnan
  • Date of Birth: 07/23/1976 (US format)

Certifications Assessments

  • Certified on 22-02-2025 with GAP (Genesis Accounts Professional) PRIME Professional Certificate in recognition of successful completion of the course of study and satisfactory fulfillment of the requirements of the dual diploma courses (G-DBAA & G-DBTE) for had been qualified as a Genesis Accounts Professional (First Class with Distinction) at Madurai Main Branch of the MYGENESIS - TALLY ACADEMY. Course Duration: May 2024 to Feb 2025 (Training Duration: 240 Hours)
  • Quality, Pursuing Six Sigma Green Belt certificate program from Institute For Skill Enhancement and Learning (ISEL Global)., Completed Full Day Six Sigma Green Belt Training program conducted by BPS Quality and assessment results is at 84%., Undergone process proficiency Certification & Assessments and Audit Calibration program once in a quarter.
  • Technical, Cleared Finance and Accounts Refresher Level II and Certified for Skill-Up program at 1st attempt in Aon-Hewitt assessment test at WBPS (CBS)., Completed the online skill-up assessments for the 17 modules in FAO Refresher Level III at first attempt.
  • IT Skills, Well versed with Oracle R12, Oracle Disco tool, MS Office (Word, Excel, PPT), BACS & other Payment transmission systems

Training

GAP Prime Professional Certification course on Tally 5.1

Six Sigma Green Belt Training & Assessment (Not Certified)

Digital Cockpit (SLA Data Analytics & Reporting)

Tableau (In Progress)

Software

Oracle (RDBMS) R12

SAP FI/CO

Oracle NetSuite

Oracle Discoverer

Tally Prime 51

BACS (P2P)

Santander (P2P)

MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, PPT, Access)

People Soft

Timeline

Manager – Operations – OTC (AR & Order Management)

GENPACT India Pvt Ltd
09.2019 - 02.2024

Assistant Manager – Operations – Accounts Receivable

Wipro BPS (a division of Wipro Limited)
03.2018 - 08.2019

Quality Lead & Coordinator – QC - Service Delivery Assurance

Wipro BPS
06.2016 - 02.2018

Process Analyst (Level: F2)

Accenture Finance Services Private Limited
04.2007 - 02.2008

Team Member

Ford Business Services Center
04.2005 - 03.2007

Post Graduate Diploma in International Business - International Business Management

Pondicherry University
04.2001 - 03.2002

Master of Finance and Control - Accounting And Finance

Madurai Kamaraj University
04.1997 - 03.1999

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

The American College
04.1994 - 03.1997
GIRIDHARAN BALAKRISHNANITES - OUTSOURCING - BPM (BPS/BPO)- FINANCE & ACCOUNTING OPS.MANAGER