Asharani M.

Operations Associate

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India8 yrs 10 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

9 years of expertise in Finance & Operations.
Reduced billing errors by 15% through process optimization.
Recognized for cross-functional collaboration and process innovation.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Finance & Operations professional with expertise in process optimization and vendor management.

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Skills

Core Skills

Financial ManagementVendor ManagementAccounts PayableFinancial TrackingCustomer Service

Other Skills

Account ManagementAccounts Payable & BudgetingAccounts Payable & Financial TrackingAuditingB2CBack-end OperationsBookingsBudgetingBudgeting & Cost AnalysisBuilding MaintenanceBusiness Data ManagementBusiness-to-Business (B2B)Client VisitsCommunicationCompliance & Audit

About

Finance & Operations professional with 9 years of expertise in Procure to Pay (P2P), Accounts Payable, invoice processing, reconciliations, and vendor management. Skilled in resolving GRN mismatches, improving SOPs, and ensuring high SLA compliance with minimal escalations. Hands-on experience with PMS ERP, Nucleus, PRISM, and Alfred, as well as advanced Excel (pivots, VLOOKUP, dashboards). Proven success in optimizing processes, reducing billing errors by 15%, and enhancing cost tracking and vendor coordination. Recognized as a proactive problem-solver and awarded for cross-functional collaboration and process innovation. Based in Bangalore, I am an immediate joiner and ready to contribute to fast-paced, SAP-adaptable finance teams globally.

Experience

8 yrs 10 mos

Total Experience

2 yrs 11 mos

Average Tenure

Current Experience

Uniworld

Business Operations Manager

Aug 2023 – Mar 2025 · 1 yr 7 mos · On-site

Financial Management: Led end-to-end invoicing, rent collections, and financial reconciliation, ensuring timely payments and minimizing discrepancies.
Process Optimization: Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to streamline financial workflows, reduce invoicing errors, and enhance payment persistency.
Vendor & Supply Chain Management: Coordinated with vendors for procurement, approvals, and compliance, while tracking inventory and deliveries to maintain seamless service fulfillment.
Data Analysis & Reporting: Generated comprehensive financial reports on revenue trends, cost utilization, and outstanding payments using Excel and Google Sheets.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked closely with finance, technology, and customer support teams to address operational challenges, improve customer onboarding, and optimize financial transactions.
Training & Leadership: Onboarded and trained new team members in billing processes, ERP usage, and financial documentation, contributing to overall team efficiency.
Compliance & Audit: Ensured adherence to company policies and compliance standards, conducted audits to maintain accuracy in financial records and vendor payments.

Financial ManagementProcess OptimizationVendor & Supply Chain ManagementData Analysis & ReportingCross-Functional CollaborationTraining & Leadership+2

Stanza living

2 roles

Assistant Manager

Promoted

Apr 2020 – Jul 2023 · 3 yrs 3 mos

Accounts Payable & Financial Tracking: Processed vendor invoices, rent collections, and expense reconciliations using Nucleus Software, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
Budgeting & Cost Analysis: Analyzed budget vs. actual expenses to optimize financial planning, track variances, and control operational costs.
Vendor Management: Coordinated with vendors for contract negotiations, procurement, and service approvals. Monitored vendor performance, resolved disputes, and ensured compliance with contract terms.
Process Improvement & SOP Development: Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to streamline invoice processing, reduce errors, and enhance efficiency in financial workflows.
Reporting & Data Analysis: Prepared and presented daily, weekly, and monthly reports on financial transactions, cost utilization, and SLA breaches to leadership for decision-making.
Compliance & Audit: Conducted quarterly audits, processed No Dues Certificates (NDCs), and ensured adherence to company policies, minimizing payment discrepancies.
Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborated with city heads, finance teams, and procurement teams to ensure smooth operations, address escalations, and enhance payment persistency.
Operational Issue Resolution: Managed and resolved payment delays, vendor disputes, and budget discrepancies through effective communication and stakeholder collaboration.

Accounts Payable & Financial TrackingBudgeting & Cost AnalysisVendor ManagementProcess Improvement & SOP DevelopmentReporting & Data AnalysisCompliance & Audit+4

Senior Executive

Nov 2019 – Apr 2020 · 5 mos

Sierra projects pvt ltd

3 roles

Back Office Coordinator

Promoted

Apr 2018 – Nov 2019 · 1 yr 7 mos

Front Office Operations: Managed the flow of front office activities, ensuring smooth operations, effective communication, and positive guest experiences.
Financial Management: Handled daily cash reconciliation, tracked expenses, and managed petty cash and floating money with regular spot audits for accuracy.
ERP & Invoicing Operations: Managed daily financial reconciliations and offline postings in PMS ERP, ensuring accurate invoice generation and record-keeping.
Guest Relations & Customer Service: Coordinated guest check-ins, sent notification emails, and managed guest inquiries, maintaining a customer-centric approach.
Process Optimization: Suggested improvements for the PMS system and front office processes to enhance efficiency and reduce errors.
Team Training & Coordination: Trained new front office executives on PMS ERP, communication protocols, and operational procedures to ensure compliance.
Documentation & Record Management: Maintained accurate documentation for guest stays, investor complimentary stays, and ensured readiness of guest accommodations.
Coordination with Stakeholders: Worked closely with business clients for BTC relations, tracked investor complimentary stays, and managed documentation for approvals.

Front Office OperationsFinancial ManagementERP & Invoicing OperationsGuest Relations & Customer ServiceProcess OptimizationTeam Training & Coordination+3