ROSMI SHAJI
Chennai,TN
Summary
Dynamic finance leader with 8 years of expertise in expense payments, accounts payable, and team management.
Strong focus on ensuring compliance with enterprise risk frameworks while driving operational excellence.
Skilled in analyzing invoice variances, identifying discrepancies, and implementing solutions to optimize payment processes.
Expert in managing end-to-end accounts payable operations, including vendor relationships, invoice processing, purchase orders, expense reports, credit memos, and payments.
Proficient in resolving parked and blocked invoices while maintaining strict adherence to corporate accounting policies and regulatory requirements.
Adept at handling escalations from employees and vendors, ensuring swift resolution.
People-oriented leader with a track record of mentoring high-performing teams to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
Experienced in fostering professional growth, upskill teams, and promoting a culture of accountability.
Collaborative with cross-functional teams across the US and international vendors, ensuring seamless payment processing and global wire transfer validation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Team Lead-Invoice Management, Accounts Payable
Vestas Wind Technology
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Led a team of 21 FTEs , including permanent and contractual staff, ensuring high levels of engagement and performance.
- Fostered a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork, open communication, and recognition initiatives that boosted morale.
- Enhanced team performance through regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities tailored to individual needs.
- Defined and tracked performance metrics , ensuring progress toward set targets and continuous improvement.
- Mentored team members , coaching them on core job functions to enhance their efficiency and expertise.
- Collaborated with department leads to streamline workflows, enhance interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals.
- Regularly assessed employee skills , offering targeted training and mentorship to address skill gaps and improve performance.
- Conducted individual progress reviews , identifying areas for growth and offering personalized career development guidance.
Associate & Lead-Alternative Investment Oversight (Private Equity Expense Payment)
Goldman Sachs
10.2020 - 06.2024
- Managed end-to-end invoice processing , distribution, accuracy verification, and maintenance while coordinating with a nationwide network of vendors and suppliers.
- Led a team of 7-8 FTEs , providing mentorship and resolving process bottlenecks to enhance efficiency.
- Ensured seamless operations of the Accounts Payable department, overseeing month-end closing and ledger reconciliations.
- Maintained a high standard of service by ensuring all vendor queries were addressed promptly and efficiently.
- Prepared and presented fortnightly/monthly financial reports and analyses to senior management.
- Developed and optimized processes and systems for efficient vendor invoice processing.
- Resolved vendor disputes , including past-due invoices, through in-depth research and effective communication.
- Monitored workflow efficiency , ensuring timely and accurate transaction processing.
- Spearheaded vendor expense payments for private equity funds, adhering to stringent timelines and quality standards.
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Partnered with the Business Intelligence team to implement automation and streamline expense payment processes for greater accuracy and compliance.
- Led the migration of the Private Equity Expense Payment Process to the Asset Management Division, ensuring smooth onboarding and training for new resources.
- Reviewed and validated quarterly payment balances for private equity funds, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Trained new team members , ensuring full process proficiency before going live.
- Oversaw the preparation of quarterly country exposure files , contributing to accurate financial reporting.
- Achieved a 50% reduction in outstanding receivables between the syndicate and fund.
Senior Associate
State Street Bank and Trust
05.2018 - 10.2020
- Led a team of 5 FTEs , overseeing the seamless transfer of the US customer service process with minimal disruption and a smooth transition.
- Acted as a key liaison between vendors, procurement, and payments teams, ensuring timely and accurate invoice processing.
- Monitored and resolved inquiries from vendors and employees regarding invoice payments, travel, and expense reimbursements, providing exceptional service.
- Conducted daily reconciliation of invoice payments with the ledger, swiftly identifying and rectifying discrepancies to maintain financial accuracy.
- Addressed and resolved payment-related queries , ensuring adherence to service level agreements (SLAs) and deadlines.
Business Correspondent
Thomson Reuters
05.2014 - 05.2016
- Conducted in-depth market analysis , identifying key trends and factors influencing stock performance to guide informed investment decisions.
- Monitored and tracked top market movers within healthcare companies on NASDAQ and the New York Stock Exchange, providing valuable insights to clients.
- Delivered unbiased, accurate information to clients, empowering them to make well-informed investment decisions.
- Provided audiences with broad range of up-to-date business information.
Education
MBA -
PSG Institute of Management
Coimbatore 06.2016 - 04.2018
B.Com. -
Stella Maris College
Chennai 06.2011 - 04.2014
Skills
- Strategic Planning & Leadership
- Accounts Payable Management
- P2P Process Optimization
- Payment Processing & Reconciliation
- MIS Reporting & Data Analysis
- Invoice Verification & Accuracy
- Process Improvement
- Coaching & Team Development
- Performance Evaluation & Growth
Timeline
Team Lead-Invoice Management, Accounts Payable
Vestas Wind Technology
06.2024 - 11.2024
Associate & Lead-Alternative Investment Oversight (Private Equity Expense Payment)
Goldman Sachs
10.2020 - 06.2024
Senior Associate
State Street Bank and Trust
05.2018 - 10.2020
MBA -
PSG Institute of Management
06.2016 - 04.2018
Business Correspondent
Thomson Reuters
05.2014 - 05.2016
B.Com. -
Stella Maris College
06.2011 - 04.2014
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