Manish Kumar

Accounting Associate with over four years of progressive experience across Procure-to-Pay (P2P) and Order-to-Cash cycles, managing end-to-end Accounts Payable and Receivable functions for global organizations operating across NA, EAME and APAC regions. Progressed from an Accounts Receivable role into multi-region AP Analyst responsibilities, building hands-on expertise across SAP FICO, Oracle, INFOR and Ariba. Experienced in three-way matching, Non-PO invoice processing, weekly vendor payment runs, vendor master data management, intercompany reconciliation, GST/TDS & VAT compliance and multi-GAAP reporting (India, US & UK GAAP), with a consistent focus on strengthening internal controls, supporting audit processes and delivering reliable period-end results.

Accounts Payable Analyst - PRECISION AQ INDIA PVT. LTD.

(2025-02)

• Managed the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) cycle for vendor payments across NA, EAME regions, processing weekly payment runs based on invoice due dates to ensure vendors were settled on time and within agreed payment terms.
• Executed three-way matching of purchase orders, goods receipt notes and invoices within INFOR prior to payment release, maintaining accuracy and minimizing the risk of duplicate or erroneous disbursements.
• Maintained and updated vendor master data in Ariba, ensuring all supplier records were correctly categorized, current and aligned with internal procurement and control requirements.
• Processed credit and debit notes for customers and vendors in INFOR, ensuring each adjustment was fully documented with a complete audit trail and posted in line with US & UK GAAP standards.
• Performed intercompany reconciliation across regional & International entities as part of the month-end close, identifying and resolving discrepancies to support accurate consolidated financial reporting.
• Completed all provision postings and journal entries within the closing window each period, proactively escalating any blockers to senior finance leadership to avoid delays.

Finance Executive - JOHN DEERE INDIA PVT. LTD.

(2024-02 - 2025-02)

• Managed full-cycle vendor invoice processing in SAP FICO, preparing pay cycle lists and payout files to ensure all vendors were paid according to their due dates and in compliance with India GAAP.
• Reviewed and verified invoices against purchase orders and delivery documentation, applying three-way match principles in SAP FICO to maintain payment accuracy across the AP ledger.
• Performed quarterly GST corrections and maintained GST/TDS documentation, contributing to a clean record across internal and external audit reviews with zero findings raised.
• Prepared month-end reconciliation reports and actual payout files, aligning provisions with actual spend and escalating variances to the finance manager for timely resolution.
• Supported the month-end close by completing all provision postings within the cycle, collaborating with wider finance and operations teams to consistently meet period-end deadlines.
• Created credit and debit notes for customers and vendors as required, ensuring all adjustments were accurately reflected in SAP FICO and supported by appropriate documentation.

Transaction Processing Associate - MPHASIS LIMITED

(2022-02 - 2024-02)

• Managed end-to-end accounts receivable tracking across a broad customer portfolio using Oracle, updating daily cash deposits and monitoring incoming payment patterns to identify accounts requiring follow-up or escalation.
• Conducted month-end reconciliation in Oracle to detect and resolve discrepancies within the reporting period, ensuring the accuracy of AR records before close and supporting a smooth audit process.
• Acted as a key point of contact for customer payment queries, collaborating with the customer support team to resolve disputes within SLA timeframes and maintain positive stakeholder relationships while protecting collections performance.
• Monitored customer accounts for non-payments, delayed settlements and other irregularities, maintaining detailed records in Oracle and escalating cases in line with the collection's escalation framework.
• Maintained accounts receivable customer files and supporting documentation in an organized and up-to-date manner, providing reliable records for reporting, audit support and cash flow analysis.

Bachelors in commerce - Finance & Taxation - Pune University

HSC in Science (Mathematics) - Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics - Bihar School Examination Board