Jan 2016 – Mar 2017 · 1 yr 2 mos · Gurugram

• Precision Cash Management - Directed end-to-end cash application for ACH, wire, lockbox, and cheque payments, maintaining 100% posting accuracy.
• Discrepancy Resolution - Managed daily bank statement reconciliations, resolving unapplied and misapplied payments to ensure real-time ledger accuracy.
• Ledger Integrity - Minimized outstanding issues by clearing short payments and overpayments while processing credit memos and adjustments in full policy compliance.
• Strategic Partnership - Collaborated with AR, Collections, and Billing teams to stabilize customer accounts and accelerate month-end close timelines.

Jan 2015 – Jan 2016 · 1 yr · Gurgaon, India · On-site

• Full-Cycle AP Oversight - Managed the complete Accounts Payable cycle, ensuring 100% of invoices were validated, approved, and processed within strict deadlines.
• Internal Controls - Enforced financial integrity through rigorous 3-way matching (PO, Invoice, Goods Receipt) to authorize payments efficiently.
• Conflict Resolution - Acted as the primary point of contact for investigating and resolving complex invoice discrepancies and payment blocks.
• Disbursement Management - Executed weekly and monthly payment runs, ensuring total adherence to corporate policies and negotiated payment terms.
• Audit Readiness - Maintained comprehensive, audit-ready financial records and supported month-end/year-end closing with high-precision reporting.

Nov 2013 – May 2014 · 6 mos · On-site

• Promoted to lead core AP functions and financial reporting following a successful internship.
• Full-Cycle AP & Compliance - Managed the end-to-end Accounts Payable lifecycle, ensuring 100% accuracy in vendor payments and complex PO reconciliations.
• Financial Controls - Executed weekly and monthly payment runs while enforcing rigorous internal controls and maintaining the integrity of vendor master data.
• Reporting & Closures - Prepared AP aging reports and supported month-end/year-end financial closings to ensure total audit readiness.
• Process Efficiency - Streamlined documentation workflows to reduce payment processing time and improve department transparency.

Apr 2012 – Nov 2013 · 1 yr 7 mos · On-site

• Developed foundational expertise in corporate finance and vendor relations within a fast-paced environment.
• Dispute Resolution - Investigated and resolved invoice discrepancies by collaborating with vendors and procurement teams to maintain seamless operations.
• Operational Support - Assisted in the preparation of daily financial records and supported the senior finance team with data entry and account reconciliations.
• Vendor Management - Maintained active communication with external partners to verify billing details and ensure timely submission of invoices.
• Data Integrity - Audited expense reports and financial documents for compliance with internal company policies.

Sep 2011 – Mar 2012 · 6 mos · Indore · On-site

• Ledger Maintenance - Maintained accurate financial records by consistently updating accounting entries and ensuring the general ledger reflected real-time transactions.
• Financial Reporting - Supported the preparation of basic financial statements and internal reports, providing the foundational data needed for management review.
• Transaction Management - Managed high-volume data entry for invoices, expenses, and vendor payments with a focus on 100% data integrity within the accounting system.
• Bank Reconciliations - Assisted in regular bank reconciliations and the verification of financial transactions to identify and resolve discrepancies early.
• AR/AP Coordination - Tracked Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable records, ensuring all entries were categorized correctly and followed up on where necessary.
• Audit & Compliance - Organized and categorized financial documents, invoices, and supporting records to ensure total readiness for internal reviews and audits.
• Month-End Support - Assisted senior accountants with month-end financial closing activities, ensuring all documentation was accurate and deadlines were met.

Oct 2010 – Dec 2010 · 2 mos · Indore, Madhya Pradesh, India · On-site

• Equity Research & Analysis - Performed fundamental and technical analysis on select Nifty 50 sectors to identify investment opportunities and market trends.
• Portfolio Insights - Assisted senior advisors in reviewing client portfolios and suggesting rebalancing strategies based on risk appetite and current market volatility.
• Client Deliverables -Drafted daily market snapshots and sector-specific reports used to keep high-net-worth (HNI) clients informed on equity and commodity movements.
• Market Exposure - Gained hands-on experience with real-time trading platforms and terminal operations (BOLT/NEAT) during active market hours.

Dec 2009 – Dec 2009 · 0 mo · Indore · On-site

• Completed an intensive, specialized training program focused on the end-to-end Initial Public Offering (IPO) lifecycle.
• IPO Lifecycle Management - Mastered the complete transition process for private companies, from initial preparation and DRHP filing to final exchange listing.
• Stakeholder Ecosystem - Analyzed the integrated roles of investment bankers, regulatory bodies, and institutional investors in executing a public debut.
• Valuation & Pricing - Studied quantitative pricing strategies and the book-building process used to determine offer price bands and market positioning.
• Investment Analysis - Developed frameworks for analyzing an IPO’s financial health, subscription metrics, and potential for listing day gains.
• Regulatory Compliance - Gained a working knowledge of the legal frameworks and compliance requirements mandatory for companies going public.
• Case Study Research - Evaluated historical IPO performance to identify the drivers of successful vs. unsuccessful market entries.