K. RAJESH KUMAR
Summary
Seeking senior level assignments with comprehensive experience of about 16 years in Finance & Accounting Operations preferably in Accounting and Financial Services Industry Versatile specialist with results-driven and focused approach to completing work. Skilled leader, planner and problem-solver with several-year career in the field. Known for excellent attention to detail and great work ethic.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
NFTP Business Data Migration SME
Maersk India Pvt Ltd
08.2016 - Current
- Moved to the NFTP project team as an Execution Tester to support the migration and business rollout from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA.
- Participated in end-to-end testing activities for OTC (Order to cash) and regression testing.
- Validated business processes and transaction flows in SAP S/4HANA to ensure alignment with existing business requirements.
- Executed test cases, documented defects, tracked issue resolution, and performed retesting.
Collaborated with business users, functional consultants, and technical teams during rollout activities. - Assisted in ensuring a smooth transition from legacy SAP processes to the SAP S/4HANA environment.
- Contributed to minimizing business disruption and improving system adoption during the rollout.
- Previously supported NAM Cash Application operations by managing bank statement downloads and allocating payment processing tasks, ensuring timely and accurate cash application
- Facilitated weekly governance calls with country and GSC collectors to review on-account items and accelerate resolution of outstanding balances
- Served as SPOC for semi-annual PwC audits, managing auditor queries and ensuring timely closure of audit requirements
- Defined on-account reduction targets and monitored team performance to drive consistent achievement of goals
- Prepared and presented monthly performance reports and OTC insights to senior leadership, supporting data-driven decision-making
- Acted as Team Lead, overseeing daily operations, task allocation, and team performance to maintain process efficiency
Accountant - Accounts Payable
Microsoft & Nokia PVT Ltd
Chennai
01.2013 - 02.2016
- Led the migration of Factory Accruals and Accounts Payable processes from China and Hungary to the Chennai region, ensuring a smooth transition and process standardization.
- Managed end-to-end AP operations in SAP (P10), including invoice posting, GR/IR reconciliation, WIP tracking, AP analysis, vendor reconciliation, and resolving queries with suppliers, buyers, and internal stakeholders.
- Maintained vendor master data by updating bank details, payment terms, and address changes, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
- Prepared and analyzed key operational reports, including aging reports, workflow tracking, and daily productivity metrics to support decision-making.
- Delegated tasks effectively to team members, ensuring consistent process adherence with zero deviations and maintaining high-quality standards.
- Presented and supported SOX compliance controls during internal and external audits, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Independently handled Factory Accrual processing for the Dongguan site, demonstrating strong ownership and accountability.
Senior Process Associate - Accounts Receivable
TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES PVT LTD
06.2009 - 01.2013
- Worked as a Biller in the Accounts Receivable function for a leading US-based market research client, ensuring accurate and timely invoicing.
- Managed billing operations in the SAP SD (Sales & Distribution) module – GR3 environment, handling end-to-end invoice processing.
- Reviewed client contracts received from the Client Services team and generated invoices in line with contractual terms, ensuring accuracy and proper account reconciliation.
- Acted as a key point of contact for client and customer queries, resolving billing issues promptly and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
- Independently handled month-end close activities, ensuring deadlines were met with accuracy and compliance.
ACCOUNTS EXECUTIVE
THEMIS PHARMACEUTICALS
06.2008 - 06.2009
- MAINTAINING SALES TAX
- SENDING MIS TO HEAD OFFICE
- SOLVING AUDIT QUERY
- DEBTORS AGEING ANALYSIS
Education
MBA -
S.A. Engineering College
Chennai01-2008
Skills
- Client Engagement
- Transition & Transformation
- Efficient Planning & Execution Skills
- Time Management
- Outcome-oriented Work Approach
- Process Improvements
- Auditing (Controls & Compliance)
Significant Accomplishments
- NFTP team, I have been nominated for colocation to Pune in order to complete the OTC testing for Japan, Korea, and Taiwan and also got SPOT award for the successful testing.
- Led the data migration initiative as part of the SAP FACT to S/4HANA transition for the NAM Cash Application team, ensuring a successful and seamless migration. Recognized for this contribution and selected for the NFTP team to support global S/4HANA migration for OTC processes.
- Successfully migrated the Cash Application process for the LAM region from Pune GSC to Chennai GSC with zero process deviations, maintaining full operational continuity and compliance.
- Served as a key resource for the NAM region, managing operations across dual systems — SAP and CargoWise, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in cash application processes.
- Played a pivotal role in the On-Account reduction project (2019) at a regional level, successfully reducing outstanding on-account balances from $12M to $4M, significantly improving working capital management.
- Collaborated with the SAP team and client to successfully execute data migration from Epicor to SAP for the billing system (June 2010). Recognized for outstanding performance with Quarterly Awards from both the client and TCS.
Accomplishments
- Awarded SPOT Award (Dec 2025) for successfully leading the migration of SAP ECC to S/4HANA for LNS Hong Kong, ensuring seamless transition and minimal downtime.
- Received 'Going on Extra Mile Award' from 2018 to 2024.
- Got Appreciation Award from Vice president for the Period 2013(whole year) for my Commitment in work.
- Won the QUARTERLY AWARD from our Client for the months July - September 2010.
- Won TOPAZ GO GETTER AWARD from TCS for the Period October - December 2010.
- Won the STAR OF THE MONTH from our Client for the month of December 2009.
Timeline
NFTP Business Data Migration SME
Maersk India Pvt Ltd
08.2016 - Current
Accountant - Accounts Payable
Microsoft & Nokia PVT Ltd
01.2013 - 02.2016
Senior Process Associate - Accounts Receivable
TATA CONSULTANCY SERVICES PVT LTD
06.2009 - 01.2013
ACCOUNTS EXECUTIVE
THEMIS PHARMACEUTICALS
06.2008 - 06.2009
MBA -
S.A. Engineering College