Accountant - Accounts Payable
Tata Consultancy Services
Total years of experience :20 years, 4 Months
• End-to-End AP Operations: Managing all aspects of Accounts Payable operations, including vendor database management, approvals, monthly closures, and SLA compliance
• Vendor Relationship Management: Managing vendor relationships and ensured the accurate and timely processing of various financial documents, such as invoices, purchase orders, expense reports, credit memos, and payment transactions
• Month-End Closing: Leading month-end closing procedures, guaranteeing the precise and timely reconciliation of all ledgers, which is crucial for accurate financial reporting
• Communication and Mailbox Management: Effectively managing shared accounts payable mailbox and communication with suppliers, ensuring smooth and organized correspondence
• Compliance and Issue Resolution: Adhering corporate accounting guidelines, resolving escalated AP issues, ensuring compliance with company policies, VAT regulations, and governmental requirements
• Cross-Departmental Coordination: Collaborating with the Treasury Department and Bank Team, facilitating seamless financial transactions and optimizing cash management
• Vendor Statement of Account (SOA) Reconciliation: Spearheading Vendor SOA Reconciliation efforts and secured necessary documentation (NDC) from vendors, contributing to accurate financial records
• End to end process knowledge of the Freight payments (Import /Export & Local & Export transportation)
• Streamlined invoice handling in Oracle R12 EBS ERP and Oracle Cloud ERP systems, improving procurement
• Managed diverse vendor payments via methods like cheques, electronic transactions, and more
• Ensured smooth daily payments for vendors, enhancing financial stability
• Handled online payments for utilities and customs, boosting operational efficiency
• Strengthened vendor relationships and contract compliance through reconciliation and maintenance
• Resolved invoice processing issues, maintaining accurate financial records
• Accounted for non-trade expenses and facilitated intercompany accounting for clarity
• Oversaw financial reconciliations and collaborated with the Capgemini India team for monthly closures and issue resolution
• Oversee daily accounting tasks, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger, for accurate financial records.
• Analyze monthly financial reports (e.g., profit and loss, balance sheets, cash flow) to inform management decisions.
• Perform routine inventory audits to ensure accurate product valuation and collaborate with inventory teams to address discrepancies
• Reviewed and analyzed auto loan applications to assess applicants' creditworthiness through financial documents, credit scores, and relevant data
• Coordinated with dealerships and financial institutions to secure loan agreements in line with company policies and regulations
• Managed office tasks and support executives with clerical duties for efficient operations and communication
• Supervised daily cash transactions, ensured staff follows proper procedures, and complied with financial regulations, maintained records for audits and assisted with tax preparation