Vasanth Kumar R
Assistant Manager
Bangalore
Summary
Strategic and result-oriented Finance Leader with 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in Accounts Payable, Vendor Management, and Global Payments operations. Proven expertise in building high-performing teams, driving process excellence, and delivering operational efficiency in global organizations. Recognized for successful process transitions, cross-cultural team leadership, and implementation of Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Adept at stakeholder engagement, business transformation, and leading teams through complex change in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Deputy Manager – F&A (Leadership Role)
IBM India Pvt Ltd
01.2023 - Current
- Lead and develop a 14-member global payments and supplier queries team, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Directed successful transitions and implementations of payments processes for multiple countries.
- Champion process improvement initiatives and ensure alignment with business goals.
- Manage stakeholder relationships and deliver accurate, timely financial services in compliance with global standards.
Assistant Manager
IBM India Pvt Ltd
04.2020 - 12.2022
- Spearheaded leadership of a 10-member cash management and payments team, achieving consistent KPIs.
- Designed and implemented robust training frameworks to accelerate onboarding and upskilling.
- Partnered with clients on global transitions and reconciliations, ensuring seamless delivery.
- Enhanced team productivity through effective performance management and cross-training.
Process Lead
IBM India Pvt Ltd
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Managed North America AP operations, leading invoice processing and payments with operational excellence.
- Served as the escalation point for external stakeholders and ensured complaint resolution.
- Directed quality control and compliance initiatives across AP processes.
Senior Analyst & Prior Roles
IBM India Pvt Ltd
01.2010 - 12.2018
- Advanced through increasing leadership roles; managed supplier relations, client communications, and complex reconciliations.
- Trained and mentored junior team members, contributing to team capability building.
Senior Associate & Leadership Support
Xerox Business Services India Pvt Ltd
01.2006 - 12.2016
- Led a 4-member team in invoice processing and payment operations.
- Managed urgent payment processes and vendor query resolutions.
- Drove process improvements and standardization in AP operations.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Annamalai University
Chidambaram, India 04.2007 - 01.2010
Skills
Financial Operations Leadership
Interests
Traveling
Bike Rides
Photography
Leadership Achievements
- Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certified
- GEM (Going Extra Mile) Award – IBM
- Star of the Month Award
- Promoted through leadership roles up to Process Lead and Deputy Manager
- Led successful transitions and cross-cultural team integrations
Timeline
Deputy Manager – F&A (Leadership Role)
IBM India Pvt Ltd
01.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager
IBM India Pvt Ltd
04.2020 - 12.2022
Process Lead
IBM India Pvt Ltd
05.2018 - 03.2020
Senior Analyst & Prior Roles
IBM India Pvt Ltd
01.2010 - 12.2018
BBA - Business Administration
Annamalai University
04.2007 - 01.2010
Senior Associate & Leadership Support
Xerox Business Services India Pvt Ltd
01.2006 - 12.2016
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