Manohar Gopal

Results-driven finance professional with 21+ years of global delivery experience, including working with international clients and stakeholders. Adept at stakeholder communication, client management and business operations with strong technical understanding of ERP Systems Like SAP, Oracle and Ariba. Recognized from leadership, process improvements and delivering error-free results.

Senior Analyst – Procure to Pay Operations - Accenture Solutions Pvt. Ltd. - Chennai

(2007-06 - 2024-06)

• Managed end-to-end invoice processing and expense payments for Emerging Markets.
• Trained and led a 15-member team, allocating work and ensuring SLA compliance.
• Generated daily operations metrics and Power BI dashboards.
• Streamlined audit processes and implemented duplicate reviews.
• Collaborated with GL team for account classification and reclassifications.
• Drove automation initiatives and process optimization with measurable results.
• Received multiple client appreciations for handling escalations efficiently.
• Conducted supplier capability analysis, bidding, and PR to PO processing.
• Coordinated with vendors to resolve payment queries and invoice clarifications.
• Handled payment proposals and reviewed payment reports.
• Supported supplier reconciliations and managed payment remittances.
• Processed PO and non-PO invoices; managed cash advances and reimbursements.
• Audited claims, maintained accuracy of vendor and employee payments.
• Used Oracle, SAP, and PRT tools for indexing, processing, and reconciliation.
• Resolved vendor queries and ensured timely disbursements without penalty.

Accountant - Datalogic's India Pvt. Ltd. - Chennai

(2006-03 - 2007-06)

• Invoice processing
• Bookkeeping
• Issuing PO & Quotation
• Bank Reconciliation
• Vendor Reconciliation
• Vendor Payments & Collection
• Payroll
• Statutory Compliance (TDS, EPF, Sales Tax)

Accounts cum Audit Assistant - A.J. Deora & Associates (T.B. Jewellery) - T. Nagar, Chennai

(2005-03 - 2006-02)

• Invoice processing
• Bank Reconciliation
• Vendor Reconciliation
• Maintained daily accounts
• Vendor payments and tax filings (TDS, Sales Tax)

Auditor - Central Bank of India (Concurrent Audit)

(2002-01 - 2006-12)

Conducted concurrent audits of branch operations to ensure adherence to regulatory guidelines, bank policies, and internal controls.

• Reviewed daily financial transactions including cash, deposits, loans, advances, and remittances for accuracy and compliance.
• Identified control gaps, irregularities, and operational risks, providing actionable recommendations to management.
• Verified KYC/AML compliance for new accounts, loans, and high-value transactions.
• Monitored and evaluated branch performance against compliance standards, ensuring timely rectification of audit observations.
• Examined loan documentation (KYC, CIBIL, approvals, securities) and verified compliance with credit policy.
• Checked timely renewal of CC/OD limits, stock statements, DP calculations, and post-disbursement documentation.
• Reviewed NPA accounts, interest applications, and recovery actions, ensuring proper classification and provisioning.
• Audited high-value transactions, cash management, ATM operations, and vault processes.
• Verified the accuracy of interest calculations, premature closures, and TD/FD renewals.
• Ensured compliance in account opening, customer onboarding, and signature verification processes.
• Prepared detailed audit reports and submitted compliance reviews within deadlines.
• Followed up on pending audit issues and ensured timely closure of audit remarks.
• Coordinated with branch staff and management to strengthen internal controls and minimize operational risks.

BCOM - Pachaiyappa's College (1998)

HSC (Private) (1995)

SSLC - St. Joseph Anglo Indian Boys HSS (1993)