Swati Sarkar
Lead Cost Controller - Engineering Finance
New Delhi
Summary
Accomplished Finance Team Lead with a proven track record at General Electric Company, enhancing financial forecasting and streamlining processes for increased efficiency. Expert in cash flow management and team collaboration, I've driven significant cost savings and process efficiencies across various projects. Skilled in financial software and fostering cross-functional team growth, focus is on achieving tangible results and organizational growth.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Finance Team Lead
General Electric Company
02.2024 - Current
- Championed process improvement initiatives, leading to increased efficiency within finance team and better alignment with overall organizational goals.
- Enhanced financial forecasting accuracy by analyzing market trends, historical data, and current economic indicators.
- Streamlined accounts payable and receivable processes for improved efficiency, resulting in reduced outstanding debts and increased cash flow availability.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategic initiatives aimed at driving company growth and profitability.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining and automating data processing tasks.
- Implemented robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and mitigate potential risks associated with fraud or error
- Reduced operational costs with thorough expense analysis and implementation of cost-effective strategies
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategic initiatives aimed at driving company growth and profitability
SAP FICO Consultant
General Electric Company
02.2020 - 01.2024
- Documented functional designs and test cases.
- Played pivotal role in development of comprehensive documentation, including functional specifications, configuration guides, and end-user manuals, enabling seamless knowledge transfer to project stakeholders.
- Stayed current on industry trends and emerging technologies related to finance and controlling modules to provide innovative recommendations for client systems enhancements.
- Managed multiple full-cycle implementations of SAP FICO solutions across diverse industries, resulting in significant cost savings and process efficiencies for clients.
- Coordinated internal assignments, scheduling and communications to extend informational transparency and workforce management.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products and services to clients.
Finance Manager
ALSTOM POWER INDIA LTD.
12.1993 - 01.2020
- Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Enhanced budget management by implementing expense tracking and cost reduction strategies.
- Optimized cash flow with diligent monitoring of accounts receivable and payable.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors, resulting in significant cost savings for company.
Education
MBA - Finance
Institute of Management Technology Ghaziabad
Ghaziabad, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Cash Flow Management
Cost Control
Internal Controls
Financial software
Revenue Recognition
Cost accounting
Auditing procedures
Project finance
Multitasking Abilities
Decision-Making
Team Collaboration
Analytical Thinking
Problem-solving abilities
Adaptability and Flexibility
Billing and Invoicing
Cash Flow Planning
GAAP Accounting Standards
Timeline
Finance Team Lead
General Electric Company
02.2024 - Current
SAP FICO Consultant
General Electric Company
02.2020 - 01.2024
MBA - Finance
Institute of Management Technology Ghaziabad
04.2001 -
Finance Manager
ALSTOM POWER INDIA LTD.
12.1993 - 01.2020