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Gowtham Kannan

Accounting And Payroll Senior Analyst
Chennai

Summary

Well-qualified financial systems Analyst offering demonstrated skill and success in managing internal accounting processes, improving controls and strengthening systems for optimal performance. Proficient in all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable and receivable, budget administration and payroll with proven reliability on handling high-volume operations with consistency, accuracy and full compliance with regulatory requirements.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Payroll Analyst

FORD MOTOR PRIVATE LIMITED
Chennai
09.2019 - Current
  • Managed payroll data entry and processing for 8000+ employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
  • Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
  • Researched payroll errors and processed payments for federal and state taxes, social security, Medicare and various employee deductions, annuity contributions, and retirement plan withholdings.
  • Reviewed time records for 8000+ employees to verify accuracy of information.
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
  • Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
  • Confirmed compliance with all applicable federal, state and local payroll laws and regulations.
  • Collaborated with human resources, accounting and other departments to confirm payroll accuracy.
  • Created new hire and termination documents for payroll.
  • Created payroll reports, tax forms and other financial reports to provide employer with necessary information to make informed business decisions.
  • Filed payroll taxes with appropriate government agencies by deadlines to minimize risk of penalties or fines.
  • Processed garnishments from creditors or government agencies to meet legal requirements of deducting money from employees' paychecks to pay off debts.

Disbursement & Reconciliation Analyst

FORD MOTOR PRIVATE LIMITED
Chennai
02.2016 - 08.2019
  • Manage Payable bank accounts (HSBC, Citi Bank, JP Morgan, WESTPAC & Standard Chartered Bank) - controls including SOX
  • Worked with Treasury Groups to provide necessary forecasting data to improve the overall forecast for accounting groups
  • Send outgoing wires (RTGS, NEFT & ACH) and monitored banking systems for incoming wires, Handle payment issues and discrepancies as they arise, Process refund payments in timely manner.
  • Responsible for preparing bank reconciliation statements on a monthly basis
  • Adhering to all internal cash controls and policies facilitate audits and perform sox compliance testing.
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.

Account Payable Analyst

FORD MOTOR PRIVATE LIMITED
Chennai
01.2013 - 12.2015
  • Managed the accurate and timely processing of Invoices , Assessed and closed A/P sub-ledger on a monthly basis, validated content and resolved all issues.
  • Implemented technologies and process automation, Trained users and served as the primary troubleshooter on new systems,which propelled efficiency gains and cost-savings.
  • Cross-checking of packing-lists and invoices turning around problem of supplier over payments and saving companies cost.
  • Handled the processing, distribution, accuracy verification and maintenance of invoices, interfacing extensively with a network of vendors and suppliers.
  • Compiling management reports and assisting with audits, Collecting all invoices and obtaining approval for payment,Documenting all accounts payable transactions.
  • Preparing daily supplier payment runs in multiple currencies, Dealing with payment rejections, Issuing stop payment orders and Processing all refunds.
  • Enforcing the company's Accounts Payable policies and procedures, Ensuring that the pricing, quantity and terms on any Purchase Orders is the same as what is on an invoice.
  • Processed daily invoices, check requests and wire transfers of foreign and domestic currency.


Education

Bachelor of Commerce -

RKM Vivekananda College

Skills

Payroll Processing

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Accomplishments

  • “Functional Excellence Award” for Accounts Payable Reconciliation
  • ASIA Pacific Recognition Award for “Highest Transaction Minutes” in the Accounting department
  • Honored with 4 “KAIZEN AWARDS” – Process Improvement Awards.
  • Recognized for successful launch of Global Payable Application (ERP) for ASEAN location.
  • ASIA Pacific Recognition Award for excellence contribution towards "Global Disbursement" module project.
  • ASIA Pacific Recognition Award towards " India Payroll Operations ".
  • ASIA Pacific Recognition Award towards " South Africa Payroll Operations ".

Timeline

Payroll Analyst

FORD MOTOR PRIVATE LIMITED
09.2019 - Current

Disbursement & Reconciliation Analyst

FORD MOTOR PRIVATE LIMITED
02.2016 - 08.2019

Account Payable Analyst

FORD MOTOR PRIVATE LIMITED
01.2013 - 12.2015

Bachelor of Commerce -

RKM Vivekananda College

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