Nandini Ponnaganti

GRADUATE ANALYST

BARCLAY'S GLOBAL SERVICE CENTRE PRIVATE LIMITED

Chennai

05.2022 - Current

Prepared and posted daily manual journal entries in the ERP system and handled month-end close activities including accruals, prepaids, amortizations, deferred expenses, reclassifications, and adjustments.
Managed purchase orders, verified goods receipts, processed vendor invoices, and resolved payment-related queries through email and phone communication.
Performed reconciliations of vendor/customer ledgers and bank accounts on a rotational basis, including weekly Bank Reconciliation Statements (BRS).
Prepared outstanding AR/AP statements, processed debit/credit notes for returns, and supported external auditors during month-end activities.
Validated and substantiated P&L for the TFI desk (BI & IHC), overseeing investments in government bonds and other HQLA under LCR regulations, as well as funding instruments like CP, CD, Repo, Reverse Repo, and L&Ds.
Managed daily P&L deliverables, investigated discrepancies, and responded efficiently to ad hoc requests.
Ensured accurate Balance Sheet representation by delivering analytical reviews and financial insights to stakeholders and managing key financial reporting processes.
Ensured compliance with IFRS submissions, balance sheet reviews, and various regulatory reporting requirements.
Collaborated with Financial Control, Tech, Trading Desk, and Risk teams to streamline operations and resolve reporting discrepancies.
Redesigned and enhanced daily/monthly front-to-back processes to improve operational efficiency.
Investigated and cleared breaks between Front Office and Back Office (FoBo) systems, ensuring data integrity.
Coordinated with stakeholders to resolve discrepancies and maintain financial accuracy.
Monitored key internal controls and reconciliations to ensure compliance with both internal standards and external regulations.
Worked closely with tech teams to identify system gaps and implement necessary improvements.
Prepared month-end reporting packs and reconciliations for management purposes.
Developed and presented daily FX exposure reports to aid in strategic decision-making.
Delivered prompt and accurate responses to stakeholder queries and data requests.