Renuka Laxman Pawar
Summary
I am an experienced Accounts Payable professional with eight years of proven expertise in managing international, and domestic payment processes. My background includes end-to-end Accounts Payable functions such as invoice processing, PO and non-PO matching, vendor management, and timely payment execution. I have hands-on experience working in statement reconciliation, ensuring accuracy and consistency across financial records. I am proficient in resolving discrepancies, managing aged payables, and maintaining strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders. My results-driven approach and versatility contribute to the success of financial operations teams, with a focus on flexibility, adaptability, and continuous professional development. I excel in working under tight deadlines, handling queries efficiently, and managing tasks effectively.
I hold a master's degree from United Kingdom, London and am eligible for full-time employment, available to join immediately.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2025
2025
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Team Lead- US Accounting
Electronica Finsmart Solutions Private Limited
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Processing vendor invoices for both PO and Non-PO based transactions
- Understanding of expenses categories, cost centres, departments and approval flows
- Posting invoices and credit notes accurately
- Categorize transactions to the appropriate accounts and raise journal entries
- Upload backdated transactions, categorize them, and keep accounts updated in QuickBooks Online
- Migrating data from QuickBooks Desktop to QuickBooks Online
- Retrieve invoice details from Dext and categorize transactions in QuickBooks
- Review client data (law firms) and prepare invoices in QuickBooks Online
- Retrieve stripe transaction details and process stripe deposit entries in QuickBooks
- Reconcile accounts, review the reconciled data, and resolve discrepancies with clients when needed
- Review P&L reports and analyze the balance sheet
- Manage 12 US clients and oversee the International US accounting team
- Onboard new clients and conduct regular client meetings
- Handle client escalations and address their queries promptly
- Track account updates on Monday.com, Financial Cents, Keeper, and ClickUp
- Review the books updated by team members and provide feedback
- Oversee daily tasks and ensure smooth workflow
- Conduct team review meetings and provide constructive feedback
- Prepare and share monthly productivity reports with team members
- Develop process procedures and train new team members to ensure smooth integration
- Ensure systems and procedures comply with company policies, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Systems Handling- QuickBooks Online, ClickUp, Keeper, Microsoft 365, Teams, HubDoc, Stripe, SOS Inventory, Financial Cents
(Accounts Payable) Process Leader- Finance Operations
Capita
04.2015 - 10.2022
- Receive, verify, and process vendor invoices, ensuring they align with purchase orders or contracts
- Approve invoices and ensure they are validated by relevant departments and management
- Prepare payment runs (checks, wire transfers, ACH) in line with company policies
- Ensure timely payments to vendors to avoid late fees and maintain strong vendor relationships
- Address supplier inquiries by providing necessary documents such as invoice copies, debit notes, and remittance advice
- Monitor and manage the accounts payable ledger to ensure accurate transaction recording
- Conduct background checks for new supplier onboarding and maintain an updated vendor database with accurate contact and payment information
- Update supplier accounts, reconcile statements, and resolve payment discrepancies like overpayments, underpayments, or missing invoices
- Review and forward statements for audit; generate self-billed invoices for commission-based Branded Suppliers
- Handle ad-hoc tasks like B2B (activating gift card orders) and SIRF (providing delivery charges and discounts for orders)
- Assist in preparing financial reports and statements related to accounts payable
- Support audits by providing necessary documentation and reports
- Identify opportunities for improvement in the accounts payable process and propose enhancements
- Communicate effectively with internal teams (e.g., finance) and the UK team to address payment issues and ensure seamless operations
- Prepare reports for senior management on accounts payable and cash management
- Manage the Estates department
- Develop process procedures, train new team members, and ensure adherence to company policies
- Prepare Root Cause Analysis for escalations
- Create Process Knowledge Tests (PKT) to improve team efficiency and Productivity Improvement Plans (PIP) for bottom-quartile performers
- Track monthly team productivity and provide constructive feedback
- Ensure all systems and procedures comply with company policies, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Systems Handled- RICOH, .Net Launcher, Buyers Range Plan, Mainframe, Concur, Journal Loader
Senior Associate
Wipro
07.2013 - 03.2015
- Trained new team members and coordinated with the Chennai team
- Managed IP address allocation, provided new broadband connections, and handled modifications to existing connections
- Coordinated with various teams to ensure task completion and assigned ADSL orders with full validation
- Processed bulk migration orders and prepared project reports
- Independently handled the IP Cease team, successfully reducing the backlog to nearly zero
- Processed Ceases and Migration Orders based on customer requirements
- Managed order allocation and downstream team coordination
Education
MSc. - Accounting and Finance
Kingston University
Corporate Accounts & Finance Manager Certification - undefined
Nilaya Institute
Bachelor's Degree - Computer Application
Pune University
Certification
- Six Sigma White Belt
- SAP-End User Training
Timeline
Team Lead- US Accounting
Electronica Finsmart Solutions Private Limited
11.2022 - 07.2023
(Accounts Payable) Process Leader- Finance Operations
Capita
04.2015 - 10.2022
Senior Associate
Wipro
07.2013 - 03.2015
Corporate Accounts & Finance Manager Certification - undefined
Nilaya Institute
Bachelor's Degree - Computer Application
Pune University
MSc. - Accounting and Finance
Kingston University
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