Malvika Agnihotri
Noida
Summary
Dynamic Senior Accountant with expertise in accounts receivable and a proven track record at Topsoe A/S. Successfully optimized cash application processes, enhancing efficiency and accuracy. Adept at training teams and resolving billing disputes, leveraging strong communication skills to foster collaboration across departments. Committed to driving financial accuracy and operational excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
Topsoe A/s
06.2019 - Current
- Reduced collection time for outstanding invoices by closely monitoring aged accounts and maintaining frequent communication with clients.
- Participated in the month-end close process, ensuring accurate reporting of accounts receivable balances and timely submission of data for financial statements.
- Collected, compiled and analyzed data to prepare customer invoices per contractual requirements.
- Supported internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and insights related to accounts receivable transactions and processes.
- Mitigated disputes over invoices by liaising between internal departments and clients, ensuring clear communication and swift resolution of issues.
- Optimized cash application processes by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements that expedited posting of payments.
- Developed training materials and conducted workshops to enhance the skills of colleagues in the Accounts Receivable department.
- Posted cash receipts to customer accounts to maintain current and accurate account balances.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams including finance, sales operations, legal and IT to implement process improvements and streamline accounts receivable workflows.
- Increased efficiency in accounts receivable processes by implementing new software and automation tools.
- Created detailed expense reports to facilitate reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
- Identified opportunities for process improvement, leading to more streamlined billing operation.
- Contributed to positive work environment by offering support and guidance to junior billing staff.
- Liaised with internal departments to resolve intercompany billing discrepancies promptly, promoting cross-functional collaboration.
- Managed high volumes of orders, consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining accuracy throughout the process.
General Accounting Operations Analyst
Accenture
11.2014 - 02.2019
- Researched and resolved invoice and payment issues for internal employees and external vendors.
- Reduced outstanding accounts payable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices and negotiating payment terms.
- Assisted with annual audits by generating reports and collecting and consolidating invoice information.
- Managed high-volume payment processing tasks, consistently meeting deadlines without compromising accuracy or quality.
- Facilitated seamless year-end closing by ensuring all financial obligations were accounted for and accurately reported.
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
Associate
Steria
03.2012 - 11.2014
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
- Strengthened internal controls, conducted periodic reviews of accounts payable transactions for compliance.
Accounts Executive
Tesco
06.2010 - 06.2011
- Maintained effective communication channels between subsidiary companies to facilitate prompt resolution of outstanding balances and disputes.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
Jyoti Nivas College (Autonomous)
Bengaluru, India04-2010
Skills
- Accounts receivable expertize
- Audit preparation
- Team Training
- On-shore process implementation
- Internal controls
- Account reconciliation
- Billing
- Cash Application
- Month-end closing procedures
- Collections
- Attention to detail
- Verbal and written communication
- Multitasking and organised
- Customer end to end dispute resolution
- SAP
- Microsoft excel, project, and Visio
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Topsoe A/s
06.2019 - Current
General Accounting Operations Analyst
Accenture
11.2014 - 02.2019
Associate
Steria
03.2012 - 11.2014
Accounts Executive
Tesco
06.2010 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
Jyoti Nivas College (Autonomous)