Ketan D. Dharia
Analyst At Nayara Energy Ltd
Jamnagar,GJ
Summary
A highly motivated and results-oriented professional with 13+ years of comprehensive experience in Accounts Payable and financial operations within the Energy and IT sectors. Expertise in end-to-end invoice processing workflow management (VIM), vendor payment execution, and supporting month/year-end closing activities. Proficient in SAP FICO. Proven ability to manage statutory compliance, coordinate cross-functionally with Finance/HODs, and resolve complex reconciliation discrepancies. MBA qualified from K.J. Somaiya Institute of Management, leveraging advanced strategic knowledge with deep operational experience.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Deputy Manager – Finance & Accounts – Analyst - Invoice Processing
Nayara Energy Ltd.
03.2016 - Current
- Accounts Payable
- 1. Invoice Quality Checking and Processing
- Ensuring timely processing of invoices in compliance with statutory obligations, Delegation of Authority (DOA), company policies, purchase order terms, and bill transmittal remarks.
- Validating and processing all types of service and supply invoices, both PO-based and NPO-based.
- Prioritizing invoices nearing due dates to ensure timely accounting and payment.
- Verifying approvals, duplication, and arithmetic accuracy before processing.
- Investigating and resolving discrepancies as needed.
- Coordinating with IDT for proper input tax credit treatment.
- Managing recoveries such as LD, SD, Retention, and holds against ABG, PBG, and Corporate Guarantees per PO terms.
- Preparing various accounting formats for accurate entries.
- Reviewing vendor ledgers, advance payments, and provisions prior to processing.
- Checking currency exchange rates and other parameters for foreign transactions.
- Processing invoices using SAP T-Codes including MIRO, FB60, FB65, FB70, FB75, F-57, F-43, ZVENDET, XK03, ME23N, ME33, etc.
- Identifying discrepancies and coordinating with relevant departments for resolution.
- Supporting monthly close activities and accounts payable reconciliations.
- Adapting to and managing challenges during accounting system transformation.
- 2. Workflow Management, VIM Document Regularization & Closing Activities
- Proactively following up on pending invoices for clarifications, revised documents, approvals, vetting issues, mismatched vendor details, PO conditions, provisions, and expired agreements.
- Raising and tracking Workflow Change (WFC) requests to ensure accurate accounting and expedited resolution.
- Updating URF numbers for documents accounted outside VIM.
- Assisting in vendor clearing and responding promptly to queries from user departments and auditors.
- Supporting annual closing by accounting vendor-wise provision entries received from departments.
- Creating Excel formats for quick reference and understanding.
- Addressing queries efficiently to minimize invoice ageing.
- Responding promptly to auditors, buyers, and senior management.
- Recommending SAP enhancements for faster and more efficient processing.
Officer - Human Resources Department
Essar Oil Ltd (on payrolls of IPM Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd)
07.2013 - 03.2016
- Recruitment
- Maintained a database of applications received.
- Screened the internal database and Naukri portal to identify potential candidates as per job specifications.
- Coordinated with HODs and candidates for interviews.
- Liaised with vendors for contract requirements.
- Verified and processed vendor invoices.
- Coordinated with the Finance team for invoice booking and raising purchase orders.
- Followed up with the Finance team for release of vendor payments.
- Maintained MIS of vendor payments for staffing, recruitment fees, background verification fees, and other claims.
Operator
Pitney Bowes India Pvt Ltd
02.2012 - 06.2013
- Managed automatic processing of IT return documents.
- Generated reports for internal use.
- Performed data entry tasks with accuracy.
- Prepared MIS reports to support operational efficiency.
Education
MBA -
K.J. Somaiya Institute of Management
01.2025
B. Com - undefined
Mumbai University
01.2011
H.S.C - undefined
Maharashtra Board
01.2008
S.S.C - undefined
Maharashtra Board
01.2006
Skills
Proficient in SAP FICO, MS Excel, accounts payable, invoice processing, and financial reconciliations
Skilled in teamwork and team-building, fostering collaboration and enhancing productivity
Effective communication skills, both verbal and written
Highly result-oriented, with a focus on accuracy and timely execution
References
Will be provided on request.
Interests
Passionate about sports and music, with a keen interest in active participation and appreciation, Enthusiastic about spending time in nature and exploring outdoor activities, Actively participated in multiple blood donation camps, Marathon demonstrating social responsibility and community involvement
PERSONAL DETAILS:
Date of Birth: 16th August 1990. Sex: Male Father Name: Danabhai K. Dharia. Relationship Status: Married. I hereby declare that all the information provided by me on this application is factual and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Timeline
Deputy Manager – Finance & Accounts – Analyst - Invoice Processing
Nayara Energy Ltd.
03.2016 - Current
Officer - Human Resources Department
Essar Oil Ltd (on payrolls of IPM Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd)
07.2013 - 03.2016
Operator
Pitney Bowes India Pvt Ltd
02.2012 - 06.2013
B. Com - undefined
Mumbai University
H.S.C - undefined
Maharashtra Board
S.S.C - undefined
Maharashtra Board
MBA -
K.J. Somaiya Institute of Management