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Grace Godwin

Grace Godwin

Bangalore

Summary

Management Consulting & Advisory | MBA | PMP


Finance Transformation and Project Management professional with 13+ years of experience leading end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process transformations. Skilled in optimizing financial operations and delivering complex, multi-geography projects. Certified PMP with expertise in ERP integrations (SAP, Oracle), process reengineering, and stakeholder collaboration. Consistently achieved operational efficiencies, ensured compliance, and successfully managed cross-functional teams to deliver measurable business outcomes.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Manager, Advisory – Finance Transformation

KPMG Global Services
06.2022 - Current
  • Supported large-scale powered finance transformation project with a focus on project planning, resource management, and budget tracking, ensuring timely and efficient delivery.
  • Led multiple Procure-to-Pay (P2P) optimization projects, including process reengineering and automation, achieving a 25% improvement in invoice processing efficiency.
  • Facilitated P2P system integrations within ERP platforms (SAP, Oracle), ensuring alignment with compliance standards and business objectives.

Business Advisory Specialist

Accenture
07.2019 - 06.2022
    • Leveraging my leadership skills, I guided the team through the complexities of the setup process, ensuring alignment with client objectives and delivering impactful results
    • Designed and implemented change management strategies to support P2P process standardization across client engagements.
    • Led stakeholder workshops to define P2P process requirements and success criteria, ensuring seamless project delivery.

Finance Transformation Officer

Digicel
03.2018 - 02.2019
    • Transformed finance operations through Shared Services implementation, achieving20% operational cost reduction by centralizing back-office functions and standardizing processes
    • Collaborating with key stakeholders, I facilitated the realization of business objectives through strategic communication, meticulous planning, and compliance regulation
    • Performed process maturity assessments on P2P functions, identifying key inefficiencies and driving actionable recommendations.

Project Analyst

NGA HR
05.2013 - 07.2017
    • Conducted comprehensive gap analyses, benchmarked processes against industry best practices, and drove continuous improvement initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency.
    • Collaborated with cross-functional stakeholders to assess Procure-to-Pay (P2P) workflows, integrate advanced technologies (e.g., ERP systems), and deliver complex finance transformation projects within scope, budget, and timelines.
    • Effectively managed project risks and change, ensuring smooth adoption of new processes and tools, while aligning with organizational objectives.

Customer Advisor

Lloyds Banking Group (HBOS)
04.2012 - 12.2012
    • Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing banking inquiries, resolving account issues, and providing tailored financial solutions, improving customer satisfaction scores by 15%.
    • Assisted clients with transactions, loan applications, and digital banking platforms, ensuring seamless and secure banking experiences.
    • Collaborated with internal teams to identify customer needs, cross-sell banking products, and contribute to a 10% increase in branch revenue.

Trainee Duty Manager

Iceland
11.2011 - 03.2012
    • Supervised daily store operations, including inventory management and staff coordination, ensuring efficient workflows and excellent customer service delivery.
    • Monitored sales performance and implemented promotional strategies to achieve weekly revenue targets, contributing to a 10% increase in sales.
    • Ensured compliance with health, safety, and operational standards, maintaining a safe and organized store environment for customers and employees.

AP Process Analyst

Accenture
07.2007 - 08.2009
    • Processed high-volume invoices and executed 3-way matching (invoice, PO, GRN) to ensure compliance with procurement policies and timely vendor payments, achieving a 95% on-time payment rate.
    • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies in invoices, improving accuracy and reducing payment exceptions by 20%.
    • Contributed to process standardization initiatives, including implementing automated workflows for invoice validation, which reduced cycle time by 25%.

Education

Bachelors in Commerce - Accounting

Bangalore University
India

Master of Business Administration - Finance

Coventry University
United Kingdom

Skills

  • Finance Operating Model
  • P2P Process Management
  • Project Risk Management
  • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Development
  • Stakeholder Coordination
  • Change Management in Finance
  • ERP Integration (SAP, Oracle)
  • Process Improvement
  • ERP Implementation
  • Business Process Optimization
  • Project Management
  • AI and Automation Solutions
  • Benchmarking & Performance Indicators
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Change Management
  • Cross Functional Team Leadership
  • Business Case Development
  • GBS Design
  • Decision-making
  • Team leadership
  • Customer service

Accomplishments

    P2P Process Optimization
  • Led the transformation of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes for a global client, automating invoice matching and approvals, which reduced cycle times by 25% and decreased manual errors by 30% .
    • ERP System Implementation
  • Spearheaded the implementation of an ERP system (SAP/Oracle) across multiple geographies, achieving a 40% improvement in financial reporting efficiency and seamless integration of P2P workflows.
    • Cost Savings through Automation
  • Designed and executed automation strategies for Accounts Payable processes, resulting in annual cost savings of $1.5 million through early payment discounts and error reduction.
    • Enhanced Client Satisfaction
  • Improved service delivery quality by standardizing finance processes and implementing best practices, increasing client satisfaction scores by 15% across multiple engagements.
    • Cross-Functional Project Management
  • Successfully managed a complex finance transformation project involving cross-functional teams and stakeholders, delivering within budget and achieving a 20% reduction in operational overheads.

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Digital & Data Foundation – AI and Automation
  • Customer Success Manager
  • Lean Six Sigma
  • Power BI

Timeline

Assistant Manager, Advisory – Finance Transformation

KPMG Global Services
06.2022 - Current

Business Advisory Specialist

Accenture
07.2019 - 06.2022

Finance Transformation Officer

Digicel
03.2018 - 02.2019

Project Analyst

NGA HR
05.2013 - 07.2017

Customer Advisor

Lloyds Banking Group (HBOS)
04.2012 - 12.2012

Trainee Duty Manager

Iceland
11.2011 - 03.2012

AP Process Analyst

Accenture
07.2007 - 08.2009

Bachelors in Commerce - Accounting

Bangalore University

Master of Business Administration - Finance

Coventry University

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