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Niharika Biswas

Niharika Biswas

Bengaluru

Summary

Seasoned finance professional with over 10 years of progressive experience in Accounts Payable (AP) and Travel & Expense (T&E) Management within fast-paced, global corporate environments. Proven track record of leading AP operations, optimizing vendor payments, enforcing compliance with company policies, and streamlining T&E processes using ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, and Concur. Strong expertise in managing high-volume transactions, driving cost-saving initiatives, and leading cross-functional teams to improve financial controls and operational efficiency.

Adept at implementing automation tools, ensuring regulatory and audit compliance, resolving discrepancies, and fostering strong relationships with vendors, employees, and internal stakeholders. Recognized for analytical problem-solving, attention to detail, and a continuous improvement mindset. Seeking to contribute strategic leadership and operational excellence to a dynamic finance team.

Core Competencies:

  • Accounts Payable Operations
  • Travel & Expense Policy Compliance
  • ERP Systems (SAP, Oracle, Concur, NetSuite)
  • Process Optimization & Automation
  • Vendor Management & Reconciliation
  • Internal Controls & SOX Compliance
  • Team Leadership & Staff Development
  • Financial Reporting & Audit Support

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accountant

Horizon Health Care Inc.
Wisconsin
01.2023 - Current
  • Invoice Processing: Receive, review, and process invoices accurately and efficiently.. Verify coding, approvals, and appropriate documentation for payment processing.
  • Payment Processing: Prepare and process payments, including checks, electronic transfers, and ACH payments, in accordance with payment terms and company policies.
  • Vendor Management: Maintain vendor accounts, including setting up new vendors, updating vendor information, and addressing inquiries and discrepancies.
  • Expense Reports: Review and reconcile employee expense reports, ensuring compliance with company policies and accurate recording of expenses.
  • Account Reconciliation: Perform monthly reconciliation of accounts payable transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness of financial records.
  • Reporting: Generate reports and analysis related to accounts payable activities, providing insights to management for decision-making purposes.
  • Compliance: Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements in all accounts payable processes.
  • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within the accounts payable function, implementing best practices as appropriate

Senior Associate

Publicis Sapient
Gurugram
08.2014 - 12.2022
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration – Worked closely with internal teams to deliver complex finance projects on time, reinforcing team synergy and operational success.
  • Training and Knowledge Sharing – Trained and mentored new team members, promoting a collaborative environment and ensuring process consistency.
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable Management – Managed high-volume AP and AR functions, ensuring on-time payments, minimal overdue accounts, and strong vendor relationships.
  • Financial Reconciliation and Reporting – Oversaw AP ledger reconciliations and month-end closing activities, maintaining accuracy in financial records and GL accounts.
  • Expense Management and Helpdesk Support – Resolved travel and expense queries promptly, enhancing employee satisfaction and ensuring compliance with T and E policies.
  • Process Optimization and UAT – Led UAT for enhancements to Mark View and Oracle R12 systems, optimizing workflows and increasing operational efficiency.
  • Regulatory Compliance and Auditing – Conducted internal audits aligned with AR controls and SOX requirements, ensuring strict adherence to financial regulations.
  • Taxation and Statutory Reporting – Reconciled TDS and GST transactions accurately, meeting compliance obligations and supporting tax reporting processes.
  • Payment Systems and Bank Detail Management – Implemented BOA host-to-host payments and updated global bank data to streamline employee reimbursements across regions.
  • ERP Migration and System Adaptability – Successfully transitioned from Oracle to SAP for P2P and Cash Apps, showcasing adaptability and system proficiency.
  • Systems Implementation & UAT – Successfully led UAT for Oracle R12, Inter-company Model, and Mark View upgrades, ensuring smooth system transitions and improved workflows.
  • Global Expense Reimbursement Solutions – Implemented BOA host-to-host payment systems across multiple countries, streamlining employee reimbursements via direct deposit.
  • Cross-Functional Stakeholder Collaboration – Partnered with global teams, auditors, and vendors to align financial operations with business goals and compliance standards. Managed monthly FP&A deliverables autonomously, coordinating task workload with senior finance leadership.

Senior Accountant

Kaizen Consultants
New Delhi
08.2014 - 08.2014
  • Manage VAT/GST registrations across tax authorities.
  • Management of indirect tax audits and other indirect tax matters involving tax authorities.
  • Collaborate with the international indirect tax planning team, the indirect tax technology lead, the international accounting teams and third-party service providers on VAT/GST, assisting with the ongoing enhancement of the indirect tax compliance and control processes.
  • Work with other tax team members and product and engineering teams to help define compliance requirements and collaborate on the design and implementation of VAT/GST controls.
  • Promote indirect tax awareness and knowledge, including training and liaising with business and tax partners on changes to indirect tax legislation, systems, policies and processes.
  • Oversaw financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting operations.

Education

Master's in Business Administration - Finance & Marketing

IIPM
New Delhi
08-2009

Bachelor's in Commerce - Minor in Accounts and Finance

University of Delhi
New Delhi, India
06-2006

CS-Foundation -

ICSI
New Delhi, India
06-2003

Skills

  • Expense management software
  • Accounting software proficiency
  • Financial reconciliation
  • Reporting and forecasting
  • Data analysis and econometrics
  • Payment processing
  • Vendor management
  • Invoice processing
  • Financial reporting
  • Account reconciliation
  • Regulatory compliance

Accomplishments

  • Awarded "You Make a Difference" award for exceptional performance in 2017, recognized by CEO.

Certification

Quicken (Dec'24)

NISM-Research Analyst (Oct/2024)

CS- Foundation (June/2003)

Timeline

Accountant

Horizon Health Care Inc.
01.2023 - Current

Senior Associate

Publicis Sapient
08.2014 - 12.2022

Senior Accountant

Kaizen Consultants
08.2014 - 08.2014

Master's in Business Administration - Finance & Marketing

IIPM

Bachelor's in Commerce - Minor in Accounts and Finance

University of Delhi

CS-Foundation -

ICSI

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