Oct 2019 – Mar 2022 · 2 yrs 5 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

• I was associated with Accenture Strategy & Consulting Team with extensive experience in overseeing and executing SAP S4 HANA Finance & Controlling implementation projects. My expertise extends across a diverse range of industries, including Oil & Gas, FMCG, Pharmaceuticals, Car Parking Manufacturing, Automobile, and Banking.
• I have had the privilege of contributing to one of the most significant digital transformation initiatives in the SAP S4 landscape, collaborating with one of the largest Oil & Gas companies in the Middle East. In this role, I was responsible for the management and support of the client's finance team, ensuring a seamless transition from traditional finance processes to an intelligent enterprise. My primary focus was on managing and supporting two major legal entities within the client's organization, specifically in the Industrial and Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) sectors, using the latest SAP S4 landscape version 1709. This involves providing support for a comprehensive set of modules, including:
• General Ledger
• Accounts Payable
• Taxes
• Accounts Receivable
• Bank Accounting
• Product Costing
• Actual Costing
• Material Ledger
• Joint Venture Accounting
• Master Data Governance
• Project Systems
• Profitability Analysis
• Fund Management
• Asset Accounting
• Overhead Management
• Bank Communication Management
• Treasury
• Closing Cockpit
• Month, Quarter, and Year-End Closing Activities in Finance
• I have had the privilege of serving a diverse range of clients, including the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) in the Oil & Gas sector, Novartis in Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences, and other notable clients in the FMCG industry. My skill set includes expertise in SAP TRM, Fixed Assets, SAP HANA, Financial Accounting, SAP Cash Management, SAP Joint Venture Accounting, SAP Product Costing, SAP S/4HANA, SAP Controlling (CO), and SAP FICO.

Jan 2018 – Sep 2019 · 1 yr 8 mos · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · Hybrid

• In my capacity as an SAP FICO consultant, I hold the responsibility for overseeing all configuration activities related to Financial Accounting (FI) and Controlling (CO) within the SAP platform. My experience extends to successfully implementing Treasury and Risk Management (TRM) with a focus on Product Type - FD.
• I was deeply involved in the implementation of SAP S4 HANA version 1709 for a prominent pharmaceutical company. This includes my achievement of implementing Asset Accounting on an SAP S4 HANA project for another client located in Chennai, India.
• My role encompasses collaboration with Application Managed Services Team (AMS) and the Level 3 Support Team to provide vital support for the client's day-to-day processes within the SAP environment.
• I was dedicated to mapping intricate client-specific costing requirements within the SAP Controlling (CO) module, and I take charge of executing the entire project, delivering all project-related milestones and outcomes through the SAP Activate Methodology.

Nov 2016 – Dec 2017 · 1 yr 1 mo · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

• I was stationed at the client site, JPMorgan Chase & Company in Mumbai, where I was an integral part of the SAP team. My role was primarily revolved around working on the SAP platform and its interactions with various applications, including Concur, SAP ERP, Oracle ERP, and the testing application HPALM.
• I was also engaged in the testing of interface components within SAP as part of the integration of a new global vendor management application called APEX, which was brought on board by JPMorgan Chase. This integration was pivotal for the organization.
• Subsequently, I was entrusted with the sole management of the Global Accounts Payable T&E Project within SAP. This project entailed a significant change involving the transition from multiple corporate card vendors to a single global supplier, American Express. The initial phase of this change impacted the LATIN AMERICAN region.
• My responsibilities extended to making the necessary modifications in both the global T&E system, Concur, and the ERP application, SAP, given their integration. I made crucial adjustments to the Concur SAE Bridge Program, the SAP Invoice Posting Program, and the Payment Program to ensure a seamless transition.
• Furthermore, I successfully implemented an Electronic Payment Advice (EPA) solution in SAP, facilitating communication between American Express, the vendor, and JPMorgan, the client.
• My role also involved close collaboration with the business team, where I documented their requirements and prepared functional specifications for developers. I oversaw the unit and string testing processes and maintained regular communication with the testing team during both Integration System Testing (IST) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) phases, involving key business stakeholders.

Oct 2015 – Jul 2016 · 9 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

• Key Result Areas (KRAs) - Project RELAY (Bank Account Migration from RBS to CITIBANK in SAP Impacting 16 Company Codes):
• In my role as a Senior SAP FICO Consultant, I held a pivotal responsibility for the migration of multiple bank accounts from RBS to Citibank, significantly impacting various company codes within the SAP Upstream division.
• To ensure the smooth execution of this project, a Technical Sweep exercise was performed in collaboration with an ABAPER, aimed at identifying the affected Sets, Programs, Tables, Validations, and Substitutions. This exercise also involved the development of a strategic roadmap to guide the subsequent migration of the new organization, British Gas, into the Shell SAP Systems.
• A crucial aspect of my role was to engage closely with different business departments to gather essential data. This information was instrumental in the creation of Business Requirement Documents (BRDs) and in assisting Project Managers and other team members in developing Design High-Level Documents (DHLDs).
• I undertook the preparation of Functional Specifications and SAP Configuration Design Specifications (CDS). Furthermore, I executed IMG configuration changes within SAP for all impacted company codes. This encompassed SAP FI Bank Accounting activities, including the creation of new Partner Profiles, Bank Master Data setup, establishment of new House Banks, Bank Determination, JV Funding Groups management, maintenance of entries for Payment Methods, and the creation of new Transaction Types for Electronic Bank Statements (EBS).
• Throughout the project, I played a vital role in the performance and documentation of String Test Results, Unit Acceptance Testing (UAT), and Production Verification Testing (PVT). These testing phases were meticulously conducted, and the outcomes were diligently uploaded into HP Quality Center (HPQC) for comprehensive record-keeping and reference.

Jun 2014 – Sep 2015 · 1 yr 3 mos · gurgaon area, india · On-site

• Key Result Areas (KRAs):
• In the capacity of an SAP FI/CO Consultant, I was actively engaged in resolving day-to-day issues and challenges that arose within the SAP landscape.
• Ticket Resolution Across FI and CO Domains:
• I assumed responsibility for addressing and resolving tickets spanning across multiple areas, including General Ledger (GL), Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), Asset Accounting, Banking, and Indian Taxation (CIN) within the Financial Accounting (FI) domain. Additionally, I tackled issues in Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Internal Orders, and Product Costing within the Controlling (CO) area.
• Change Request Solutions:
• Diligently provided solutions for various change requests, prioritizing them based on their urgency and importance.
• Impact Analysis Documentation:
• In order to facilitate change requests, I prepared comprehensive impact analysis documents to assess the potential effects of proposed changes.
• Configuration of Depreciation Keys:
• As part of compliance with the Indian Companies Act 2013, I configured new depreciation keys and implemented corresponding changes within the SAP System.
• Functional Specifications for Forms and Reports:
• I undertook the preparation of functional specifications for a variety of forms and reports, ensuring that they met the business requirements.
• Unit and Integration Testing:
• I also actively participated in both unit testing and integration testing processes, specifically in the domains of Asset Accounting and Accounts Payable, to verify the functionality and accuracy of these components.
• Expertise in FI Integration with MM and SD:
• Authorization Assignment through Alert (GRC) System:
• Additionally, I was responsible for the assignment of authorizations to finance users through the Alert (GRC) System, ensuring secure and controlled access to financial data and processes.

Apr 2013 – Jun 2014 · 1 yr 2 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

• Key Result Areas (KRAs) - Client: Brown Brothers Harriman, Location: Boston, U.S.A.
• Cash and Security Discrepancy Resolution:
• My primary responsibility involves the meticulous reconciliation, analysis, research, and active involvement in resolving discrepancies related to both cash and security holdings between the company's financial ledgers and the statements provided by sub-custodians.
• Effective Communication for Issue Resolution:
• I maintain a proactive line of communication with various stakeholders, including sub-custodians, cash correspondents, depositories, clients, and third-party service providers. This collaborative approach is vital for efficiently resolving discrepancies in client cash and security positions.
• Monitoring Foreign Market Dynamics:
• I continuously monitor and stay abreast of changes in foreign market regulations, practices, and emerging trends. This ensures that the company remains adaptable and compliant in an evolving global financial landscape.
• Domestic Loan/Borrow Position Reconciliation:
• I undertake the reconciliation of domestic loan and borrow positions, comparing them with those of third-party lending agents and in-house lending operations. This reconciliation extends to interactions with the Depository Trust Company. Collaborating with our Client Service Groups, Securities Lending teams, and various brokers is essential to address and resolve any discrepancies related to loan and borrow activities.
• Data Gathering and Research Support:
• As part of my role, I provide valuable assistance in gathering and researching data for the generation of management reports. This data-driven approach ensures that the company has access to timely and accurate information for informed decision-making.

May 2011 – Mar 2013 · 1 yr 10 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

• Key Result Areas (KRAs) - Client: SEI Investments, Location: Pennsylvania, U.S.A.
• Advanced Issue Resolution Responsibility:
• My core responsibility entails the thorough investigation and resolution of escalated issues from onshore resources. This involves conducting detailed problem determination to identify the root causes of the issues.
• Comprehensive Problem Determination:
• My problem determination process includes meticulously recreating the reported issues, collaborating with ABAP Consultants to pinpoint the source of failure, and devising effective problem resolutions.
• Implementation of Changes and Ticket Management:
• I take charge of implementing required changes, ensuring their successful migration, completing the associated ticket, and effectively communicating these changes to level 2 support personnel. This ensures that the level 2 team can promptly resolve and close the reported issues.
• Proactive Application Monitoring:
• As part of our proactive approach, I play a pivotal role in identifying problems uncovered through regular application monitoring conducted by level 1 support personnel. This may encompass activities such as applying patches, optimizing performance, re-creating tables or indices, and other performance-enhancing measures undertaken by the level 2 and level 3 support teams.
• Efficient Onshore Resource Coordination:
• I coordinate and collaborate with onshore resources, both functional and technical, to facilitate the timely resolution of problem tickets within the stipulated Service Level Agreements (SLAs). This collaborative approach ensures that issues are addressed effectively and within defined timelines.

Jul 2008 – Aug 2009 · 1 yr 1 mo · Greater Ahmedabad Area · On-site

• Key Responsibilities:
• I held the key responsibility of establishing a comprehensive communication agenda involving top management and core team members. This ensured effective alignment and collaboration throughout the project.
• Conducted an extensive analysis of the client's business methodologies and processes, with a focus on optimizing SAP workflows. The insights from this analysis were instrumental in preparing a detailed blueprint for the project.
• In line with the SAP ASAP methodology, I dynamically designed business process flows. This approach facilitated the alignment of business processes with SAP Best Business Practices, providing effective solutions for the client.
• Responsible for managing the configuration of essential organizational structures, including operating concerns, controlling areas, company codes, and segments. This was critical for ensuring a well-defined framework for the project.
• My responsibilities extended to the configuration of the General Ledger module. This encompassed the creation of master data, configuration of prerequisites (e.g., Chart of Accounts, Account groups, Retained earnings accounts), and related activities.
• Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable Configuration:
• Oversaw the configuration of the Accounts Receivable (FI-AR) and Accounts Payable (FI-AP) modules. This involved master data setup, number range allocation, and payment configuration, among other critical aspects.
• Functional Specification Development:
• Collaborating closely with the ABAP development team, I developed detailed functional specifications for data migration using BDC (Batch Data Communication), ensuring data integrity and accuracy.
• End User Training and Documentation:
• successfully conducted end-user training across all client site locations, achieving a customer satisfaction rate exceeding 90%. Additionally, I documented an end-user manual and provided ongoing support during the post-go-live period, ensuring a smooth transition and user adoption.