Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Additional Information
Commercial Project Management - Responsibilities
Operations Program Management - Responsibilities
Process Transition Stabilization - Responsibilities
Customer Relationship Value Creation - Responsibilities
Leading People - Responsibilities
Coaching Training - Responsibilities
Business Improvements Operational Excellence - Responsibilities
Site Set Up - Responsibilities
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Susobhan Mukherjee

Susobhan Mukherjee

Seasoned Professional in F&A
Kolkata

Summary

An accomplished leader with 17+ years of experience managing large operations in Finance and Accounting domain with more than 300 FTE span. Seeking to improve the Top Line of the client by implementing Lean methodology and principles. Worked in various transformation projects, notably the in the last assignment, gave an impact of 3 MN GBP to the company Top Line and overall customer experience improved by 7%.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

AVP & SDL - F&A

Genpact India Pvt Ltd
2 2022 - 6 2023
  • Worked with Genpact in one of the leading Aviation Projects, mainly catering to the transformation part in the AR space
  • Worked closely with the project team, while developing and implementing High Radius within the project to deliver better financial results for the clients.
  • Helped VPs add value and growth to annual sales volume.
  • Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback from employees at all levels.
  • Hired and managed 5 new managers to drive business growth.
  • Developed and implemented new strategies and policies in collaboration with executive partners to establish and achieve long-term business objectives, providing company with strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in increased business opportunities.
  • Maintained compliance with industry regulations by implementing risk mitigation measures and maintaining accurate documentation.
  • Oversaw talent acquisition efforts, selecting top candidates who contributed significantly to organizational success.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by streamlining processes and implementing new strategies.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.

Supervisor & Vendor Partner Manager (WH)

Halliburton India
09.2020 - 01.2022
  • Worked with Halliburton Delivery Centre in Bangalore from Sep 2020 in setting up the OTC process alongside Accenture in the BOT model of transition
  • Primarily leading the Sales Order Organization for WH for Halliburton
  • Total Portfolio Size: $22.5 BN
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Facilitated collaboration between team members on projects requiring cross-functional expertise for successful outcomes.
  • Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization by promoting best practices for processes, tools, or technologies.
  • Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations (Sales Force Implementation)
  • Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures, leading to an overall increase in effectiveness (Implementation of FMEA protocol for every RCA on quality errors)
  • Cultivated strong relationships with key clients or stakeholders through consistent communication and excellent service delivery.
  • Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
  • Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.

Operations Manager

Capgemini Kolkata
05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Was benched as the project is on hold for the ongoing pandemic
  • Eventually had to leave as the project never turned up.


LEAD OPERATIONS

BT e-serv India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2014 - 03.2020
  • Leading the Operations for the BT Group Pricing, Order Management, Billing / Invoicing, Collections & Cash Applications (Telecom Space)
  • Managing daily operations in the Order to Cash domain, starting from Supply Chain & Order Management to Billing and Revenue Assurance, owning the end-to-end operations within a span of 85 people, managing a span ranging from Analyst, Project Manager to Commercial Manager
  • Total portfolio size: 15.5 BN GBP
  • Actively participated in recruitment efforts, selecting qualified candidates that contributed positively to the team dynamic.
  • Enhanced team productivity by facilitating regular training sessions and providing constructive feedback.
  • Supervised teams to monitor for correct execution of tasks.
  • Handled customer needs and issues by working with representatives and customers directly.
  • Streamlined communication channels by establishing clear lines of responsibility within the team.
  • Provided reporting for forecast analysis and ad-hoc reporting in support of decision-making.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards throughout all operations activities.
  • Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Provided exceptional support to staff members, addressing concerns promptly and fostering a positive work environment.
  • Reduced operational costs through continuous process improvement initiatives and resource optimization.
  • Achieved high-performance targets through effective delegation of tasks based on individual strengths and skill sets among team members.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Improved customer satisfaction rates with prompt issue resolution and proactive followups.
  • Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
  • Conducted regular audits of systems and procedures to maintain optimal functionality at all times for efficient operation management.
  • Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
  • Oversaw the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring proper orientation and integration into the team culture smoothly.
  • Collaborated with various departments to support daily activities oversight and coordination.
  • Delegated work and coordinated staff members' daily responsibilities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex operational challenges.
  • Implemented quality control measures, resulting in a significant reduction of errors within the department.
  • Analyzed data to identify trends and areas of improvement within the department''s performance metrics systematically.
  • Assisted in developing annual budgets and monitoring expenses closely for cost-effective operations.
  • Evaluated employee performance, identifying growth opportunities and recommending promotions accordingly.
  • Devised and implemented processes and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Developed strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring smooth operations across departments.
  • Championed change initiatives leading to enhanced organizational effectiveness within the department.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures (Introduced Go to Market Concept)
  • Reviewed and resolved discrepancies with invoices, working closely with accounting team.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency by implementing new operational processes and procedures.
  • Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Team Lead

ACCENTURE SERVICES PVT. LTD.
06.2011 - 03.2014
  • Manage Operations and daily Finance & Collections activity for a reputed Logistics & Supply Chain client in the US
  • Total portfolio size: $19.8 BN
  • Directed and supervised team of 25 engaged in Collections & Cash Application along with Dispute Management
  • Monitored time and attendance, enforcing compliance with company procedures relating to absenteeism.
  • Mentored and guided employees to foster proper completion of assigned duties.
  • Influenced positive change within the organization through strategic thinking, innovation, problem-solving abilities, and consistent leadership style.
  • Collaborated with other department leads to streamline workflows, improve interdepartmental coordination, and achieve business goals collectively.
  • Implemented process improvements that led to reduced turnaround times for critical tasks without compromising quality
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly service.
  • Enhanced overall team performance by providing regular coaching, feedback, and skill development opportunities.
  • Created detailed project plans outlining goals, timelines, resources, and budgets to ensure alignment with company objectives.
  • Optimized resource allocation by analyzing team member skills and project requirements, resulting in increased efficiency.
  • Directed and supervised team of 25 engaged in 3 processes
  • Championed continuous improvement initiatives that resulted in optimized processes leading to cost savings for the organization (Introduction of Dispute Management Tool trough Work Flow System JIRA, Creating Automated MIS to extract Freight Payment details)
  • Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals with lagging skills.
  • Communicated KPIs outlined in annual plan to inform employees of expectations and deliverables.
  • Explored new tools and technologies that enhanced the capabilities of the team members while enabling seamless collaboration across departments (Detailed study of GetPaid Collections system)
  • Conducted regular progress reviews with individual team members to identify areas for improvement and provide guidance on career development opportunities.
  • Held weekly team meetings to inform team members on company news and updates.
  • Worked with team to identify areas of improvement and devised solutions based on findings.
  • Nurtured long-term partnerships with clients by understanding their needs accurately, delivering projects on time, and providing exceptional customer support.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering teamwork, open communication, and employee recognition initiatives.

Process Advisor and Floor Supervisor

BARCLAYS SHARED SERVICES
08.2008 - 06.2011
  • Worked in B2B and B2C retail banking customer service and sales process.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by proactively addressing concerns and implementing feedback-driven improvements.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of products and services and creating welcoming, positive experiences.
  • Developed rapport with customers through active listening skills, leading to higher retention rates and positive feedback from clients.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Updated account information to maintain customer records.
  • Tracked customer service cases and updated service software with customer information.
  • Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop best practices for consistent customer service delivery.
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounts

UNIVERSITY OF CALCUTTA

Skills

Order to Cash Managementundefined

Additional Information

Lean Practitioner from British Quality Foundation

Commercial Project Management - Responsibilities

I have worked as a Commercial Project & Vendor Partner Manager, focusing on Strategic Projects to enhance customer experience. I had streamlined project processes, identified optimization opportunities in Order to Cash operations, strategically migrated legacy systems, and developed proof of concepts for best practices adoption. I have also managed internal trading elements, designed a Credit Management policy, and ensured global consistency.

Operations Program Management - Responsibilities

I have defined service standards and guidelines, assessed team capabilities for work direction, presented regular dashboards for service delivery governance, implemented automation for resource efficiency, enforced industry-standard practices, led process improvement, monitored Non-Performing Assets (NPA), ensured legal compliance, achieved a 95% query resolution TAT, and collaborated for a 22% efficiency gain in FY 2017-18.

Process Transition Stabilization - Responsibilities

  • Led Halliburton's Western Hemisphere transition in Order Management & Billing, managing a team of 154 vendors and 25 in-house staff.
  • Specialized in new work transitioning, resource scoping, and FTE effort calculation.
  • Conducted capacity planning and FTE estimation for workload balance.
  • Expanded team from 12 to 140+ FTEs by March 2020 through value stream mapping.
  • Achieved top performance: reduced 90+ bucket from 28% to 19%, improved suspense target from 5% to 1.89%, with 96.8% TAT and 99.3% accuracy in unbilled revenue accruals.

Customer Relationship Value Creation - Responsibilities

  • Mapped organization needs, implemented improvements in collaboration with vendors to boost customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained ongoing customer interaction to address concerns and enhance service levels.
  • Set quality standards across operational areas, ensuring top-notch customer experiences within SLAs and workflows.

Leading People - Responsibilities

  • Managing team functions viz. work force planning, recruitment & selection, induction, performance management, training, career progression etc.
  • Creating and sustaining a dynamic environment, by challenging the team members, which fosters development opportunities and motivates high performance amongst Team members.
  • Effective succession planning to ensure 0 vacuum in case of any attritions or movement from the team.

Coaching Training - Responsibilities

  • Managing domain training programs and content development.
  • Creating Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions to ensure seamless learning and knowledge transfer.
  • Creating training roadmaps for new hires.

Business Improvements Operational Excellence - Responsibilities

  • Led quality improvement initiatives, earning accolades such as the Best of India Challenge Cup 2016 in BT.
  • Mentored and coached teams, fostering professional and personal growth.
  • Globally collaborated on migrating product inventories to streamline operations and enhance customer experience.
  • Simplified processes for consistency and efficiency.
  • Monitored processes, identified improvement areas, and boosted customer satisfaction.
  • Designed Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA) for risk mitigation and process enhancement.
  • Implemented OPEX Maturity model for stable processes.
  • Collaborated on system migrations and enhancements with senior management and transformation teams.
  • Implemented new features in banking systems at Barclays and transformation projects at Halliburton.

Site Set Up - Responsibilities

  • Led site setup for Order to Cash (OTC) processes across multiple organizations including Accenture, BT, and Halliburton.
  • Oversaw team growth from 12 to 150 people at BT and contributed to site setup alongside Accenture in a Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model at Halliburton.
  • Participated in pilot processes and setup of entire O2C teams with Accenture.
  • Played a key role in workforce recruitment and conducted User Acceptance Testing (UAT) during transition and site setup processes.

Accomplishments

· Recognized as Best of India Champions for Idea of the Year in 2016.

  • Awarded Best Team for three consecutive years (2016-2018) at BT Kolkata.
  • Received Role Model, Best Manager, and The Best Team awards.
  • Earned the prestigious Gold Ribbon for continuous improvement projects.
  • Recognized as a Role Model in the leadership program.
  • Nominated as Site Change Manager for organizational changes.
  • Achieved 100% CSAT and 97% NPS by collaborating with Customer Experience team.
  • Acted as single point of contact for global leadership.
  • Implemented business improvement ideas, reducing errors by 51% in Banking branches.
  • Received commendations for effective communication and product value articulation.
  • Maintained high Internal Employee Review scores and low attrition rates.

Timeline

Supervisor & Vendor Partner Manager (WH)

Halliburton India
09.2020 - 01.2022

Operations Manager

Capgemini Kolkata
05.2020 - 08.2020

LEAD OPERATIONS

BT e-serv India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2014 - 03.2020

Team Lead

ACCENTURE SERVICES PVT. LTD.
06.2011 - 03.2014

Process Advisor and Floor Supervisor

BARCLAYS SHARED SERVICES
08.2008 - 06.2011

AVP & SDL - F&A

Genpact India Pvt Ltd
2 2022 - 6 2023

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounts

UNIVERSITY OF CALCUTTA
Susobhan MukherjeeSeasoned Professional in F&A