POORNA PRAGHYA
Anakaputhur
Summary
Dynamic ERP Finance Analyst with extensive experience at Olam International, excelling in financial analysis and reporting. Proven track record in managing fixed assets and enhancing process efficiencies. Strong leadership and problem-solving skills, complemented by expertise in JD Edwards and SAP, driving impactful results in financial performance and compliance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
ERP Finance Analyst
Likewize India Shared Services LLP
Chennai
04.2024 - Current
- Rich experience in ERP packages (JD Edwards) and ERP implementation - financial/procurement management (P2P): general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed asset, time and expenses, inventory, purchase, and sales order modules.
- Provide end-user training on JD Edwards Financial, Procurement Management (P2P).
- Providing online support to all Finance and Accounts users for their day-to-day issues in AR, AP, GL, Fixed Assets, and P2P modules of JD Edwards EnterpriseOne ERP 9.0, 9.1, 9.2, and Xe.
- Set up of the chart of accounts (COA), business unit structure, country menu creation, data validation, migration, preparation of training materials, user training, go-live support, and month-end closing support.
- GL codes and business unit creation are performed when they are requested.
- Handling the 'Blackline' tool, which is used for uploading the balance sheet reconciliations.
- Taking care of the requests to reconcile the stock on hand, available locations with WMS software to JDE.
- Coordinating with the JDE CNC team for any reports to be scheduled or rescheduled.
- Handling the Development team queries and acting as a bridge between the client and Dev team to ensure the smooth completion of the change request.
- Handling L2-L3 SCM queries on time to ensure there are no production lags.
- Queries like, stock mismatch between JDE and WMS, and item not available / not created in JDE are handled by aligning with SAG (middleware).
Senior Specialist - FP&A
Olam International
Chennai
01.2021 - 04.2024
- Coordinating with the onshore team to finalize the Profit and Loss (P&L) numbers, including making provision entries and obtaining confirmation on the Sales and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) figures
- Reporting on overhead variances and performing P&L analysis, comparing budget and prior month figures to the current month
- Performing daily bank reconciliation statements to ensure that all financial transactions are properly recorded and accounted for
- Loading forecasted numbers into the financial system to enable accurate planning and decision-making
- Managing fixed assets, including capitalization, depreciation, and disposal of assets
- Maintaining invoice registers and monitoring employee expense claims to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
- Handling prepayment entries, including creating and amortizing them in accordance with relevant accounting standards
- Acting as a SPOC for SAP(HANA) for Code creations (GL, PC & CC) and coordinates with the tech team to solve the issues if any
Asst. Team Manager
RR Donnelley India Outsource Pvt. Ltd.
Chennai
03.2011 - 01.2021
- Prepared Waterfall packs by Business Unit, consolidated and reported to corporate office
- Managed Fixed Assets by capitalizing, depreciating, and disposing/transferring them as necessary
- Reported Actuals, Forecast, and Budget numbers to management using Smart view (Essbase-Hyperion)
- Helping the team in Cadency Mappings, change in approver/groupings etc
- Analyzed Business Unit performance and reconciled Balance Sheets
- Conducted monthly Balance Sheet reviews with finance managers
- Co-ordinating with JDE team for mappings, issues related to Fixed asset transfers/Disposals and support them on process if required
- Maintained and worked on Prepayment schedules, Accruals, Bad Debts, Rebates, Other Journals, and all other month-end tasks
Deputy Manager - Accounts
Hi Mu Accessories Pvt. Ltd.
Chennai
06.2006 - 03.2011
- Ensured the accurate and timely maintenance of accounts up to the finalization stage in coordination with external auditors
- Managed both internal and external audit processes and ensured compliance with applicable regulations and standards
- Handled various regulatory requirements related to ESI, PF, factory licensing, and liaised with relevant authorities as necessary
- Calculated and submitted periodic product and material costings to the Finance Director for review and analysis
- Responsibly handled ad-hoc queries by collecting relevant data, analyzing the information, and presenting clear and concise reports to management for decision-making
- Effectively managed receivables and payables, including monitoring and following up on outstanding balances, and ensuring timely payments and collections
- Maintained regular communication and established positive relationships with bankers and other external stakeholders
- Successfully managed the excise and customs registers and returns, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws and regulations
Accounts Executive
Design Desk (I) Pvt. Ltd.
Chennai
01.2005 - 05.2006
- Managed PF and ESI processing
- Coordinated with Customers for Payment
- Handled Employee Claims
Account Assistant
Big Apple Computers
Chennai
11.2003 - 01.2005
- Handled Petty Cash expenses
- Reported Sales details to HO on daily basis
- Ensured weekly submission of Inventory details to HO
Education
CMA -
The Institute of Cost Accountants of India
Chennai01.2018
B.Com. - Commerce
S.I.V.E.T
ChennaiSkills
- Team Handling
- Communication
- Problem Solving
- Leadership
- Financial Analysis & Reporting
- Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- P&L Analysis
- Process Migration
- Management Reporting
- Expert in Excel
- ERP - Oracle - JD Edwards
- Tally
- Reporting Tools - Hyperion/AIMS/ESSBASE
Accomplishments
- Honoured with the title of 'Customer Champ' by SSC-RRD
- Undertook a 'pass-through' project and accomplished it successfully
- Participated in Macro Training Program 'Wings' conducted by RRD
Languages
- Tamil
- English
- Hindi
- Kannada
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 11/28/83
Timeline
ERP Finance Analyst
Likewize India Shared Services LLP
04.2024 - Current
Senior Specialist - FP&A
Olam International
01.2021 - 04.2024
Asst. Team Manager
RR Donnelley India Outsource Pvt. Ltd.
03.2011 - 01.2021
Deputy Manager - Accounts
Hi Mu Accessories Pvt. Ltd.
06.2006 - 03.2011
Accounts Executive
Design Desk (I) Pvt. Ltd.
01.2005 - 05.2006
Account Assistant
Big Apple Computers
11.2003 - 01.2005
CMA -
The Institute of Cost Accountants of India
B.Com. - Commerce
S.I.V.E.T
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