Rashmi B S
Bangalore
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented professional with a proven track record of successfully leading accounts payable teams. Seeking a challenging role that leverages strong organizational, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to optimize financial operations. Energetic Training and Development professional versed in developing and implementing improved training programs to improve performance.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Soft Skill Trainer on Employ-ability Skills
The Nudge Institute (NGO)
Bangalore
11.2020 - 02.2023
- Trained adults on soft skills, communication and employ ability skills and Basic computers (Excel,MS word PPT)
- Successfully placed 50% of the trained students
- Visiting rural part of India to educate people on importance of Education and health
- Was part of coach the coach program which involved training new trainers.
- Provided guidance and support to help participants develop the necessary skills to reach their goals.
- Facilitated training sessions, activities, and workshops in a variety of settings.
- Assessed participant's skill levels and identified areas for improvement.
- Created innovative lesson plans tailored to each participant's needs and interests.
- Collaborated with colleagues, employers, and other stakeholders to ensure successful program outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of participant attendance, performance, and progress reports.
- Coached participants on job search techniques such as resume writing and interviewing skills.
Accounts Payable Manager,Financial Analyst AP
HPI/ India
Bangalore
11.2002 - 03.2019
- Worked on AP automation project where we deployed 70 reboots to carry out AP operations from scanning to payment of invoices
- Set up End to End P2P process for HPI
- Worked on contract labor payments and accounting the expenses
- Partner with Operations and IT teams to identify and scope solutions for unique challenges faced by the business processes globally
- MEC and YEC account reconciliation and re classification of the expenses and maintaining the Expense and P and L accounts
- Transition of AP operation for all APAC
- Transition of AP operation for Compaq accounts
- Migration of Compaq AP operation to HP AP
- Worked on Financial planning and analysis for projects
- Forecasting and Pricing analyst
- TL and Manager of Accounts payables.
- Monitored daily accounts payable activities and ensured compliance with established internal control procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of invoices, purchase orders, and other financial documents.
- Developed and implemented effective strategies to reduce costs associated with accounts payable processes.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
- Researched discrepancies between invoice amounts, purchase orders, receiving reports.
- Reconciled monthly statements from vendors and suppliers.
- Prepared weekly check runs for approval by management or executive staff members.
- Conducted periodic audits of accounts payable transactions to ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
- Analyzed various cost savings opportunities related to the accounts payable process.
- Created detailed reports on aging payables, vendor payments, cash disbursements.
- Implemented new procedures for processing international payments in multiple currencies.
- Collaborated with other departments such as procurement, treasury, and accounting.
- Ensured all payments were made in accordance with contract terms and conditions.
- Assisted external auditors during year-end audit process by providing required documentation.
- Managed credit card programs including issuing cards and reconciling monthly statements.
- Provided guidance to team members regarding complex billing issues or payment inquiries.
- Negotiated payment terms with vendors to maximize cash flow and minimize interest expenses.
- Coordinated the resolution of customer disputes relating to past due invoices or charges.
- Performed ad hoc analysis as requested by senior management or executive staff.
- Efficiently maintained accounts payable transaction processing and led team on training initiatives to ensure continuity.
- Followed company's strict rules and procedures to maintain data integrity and confidentiality.
- Checked accounting system on regular basis to monitor transactions.
- Worked cross-functionally with various teams and departments to improve operations.
- Facilitated monthly team meetings to discuss more efficient procedures and eliminate duplicated efforts or antiquated processes.
- Redistributed responsibilities to improve workflow by focusing on individual strengths.
- Evaluated financial records for accuracy and conformance to regulations.
- Established financial policies and procedures to set standards for compliance.
- Supported projects and analyses to drive consistency and accuracy within financial models.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.
- Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
- Created and updated financial reports on frequent basis to present information to leadership teams.
Education
B.Com (Finance) -
Seshadripuram College, Bangalore University
04.2000
PUC -
Seshdripuram, Bangalore University
04.1997
SSLC -
Seshadripuram School, Bangalore University
04.1995
Skills
- Invoicing and Billing
- Financial Administration
- Procurement Coordination
- Workflow Coordination
- Onboarding and Training
- Relationship Building
- Accounts Payable
- Presentations
- Program Planning
- Time Management
- Student Rapport
- Program Planning
- Time Management
- Student Rapport
- Microsoft applications skills
- Exceptional Microsoft Excel skills
Accomplishments
- 1st Dan Black belt in Taekwon-do
- Achieved best Female fighter under veteran Category
- National Level player and state level player
- Wada Certified
Languages
Date of Birth: 06/20/79
Affiliations
· Worked on AP automation project where we deployed 70 reboots to carry out AP operations from scanning to payment of invoices.
· Set up End to End P2P process for HPI and creation of SOP’s.
· · Partner with Operations and IT teams to identify and scope solutions for unique challenges faced by the business processes globally.
· MEC and YEC account reconciliation and re classification of the expenses and maintaining the Expense and P and L accounts.
· Transition of AP operation for all APAC
· Transition of AP operation for Compaq accounts
· Migration of Compaq AP operation to HP AP.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
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morning
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Timeline
Soft Skill Trainer on Employ-ability Skills
The Nudge Institute (NGO)
11.2020 - 02.2023
Accounts Payable Manager,Financial Analyst AP
HPI/ India
11.2002 - 03.2019
B.Com (Finance) -
Seshadripuram College, Bangalore University
PUC -
Seshdripuram, Bangalore University
SSLC -
Seshadripuram School, Bangalore University
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