Pallavi M

PALLAVI M -- Dynamic finance professional with a robust focus on general accounting and financial management, seeking to leverage extensive expertise in regulatory compliance, financial data analysis, and taxation to drive organizational profitability and operational excellence. PROFILE SUMMARY  Finance professional with over 10 years of diversified experience in general accounting, financial management, and compliance, driving profitability and operational excellence across dynamic business environments.  Served as an Accountant at PVHSI, overseeing general ledger management, accounts payable & regulatory compliance while continuously optimizing financial operations and process efficiency.  Cultivated deep expertise in end-to-end financial processes, including reporting, statutory audits, and cross-functional coordination.  Led a process re-engineering initiative that resulted in a 75% reduction in paperwork, enhancing communication & interdepartmental workflows.  Directed end-to-end financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and P&L management for multi-billion-dollar entities, ensuring alignment with long-term corporate objectives and maximizing shareholder value.  Spearheaded the design and delivery of consolidated financial reports, dashboards, and variance analyses for Board-level review.  Demonstrated leadership by onboarding and mentoring new team members, embedding best practices, and fostering a performancedriven culture aligned with organizational objectives.  Comprehensive knowledge of indirect tax regimes including VAT, GST, and TDS, offering actionable insights for tax-efficient structuring.  Championed an 8-year pension audit for the Ethiopia region, identifying key inefficiencies and implementing corrective reforms that elevated compliance standards and oversight.  Proficient in leveraging enterprise-grade financial systems such as SAP ERP, Oracle PeopleSoft, and Blackline. SOFT SKILLS CORE COMPETENCIES Leadership & Delegation Communication & Collaboration Planning & Innovation Visionary & Decision-maker  General Ledger & Consolidation  Accounts Payable & Receivable Management  Taxation Compliance (GST, VAT, TDS)  Statutory & Internal Audit Management  Cost Control & Variance Analysis Analytical  Cash Flow & Treasury Management Problem- solving  Fixed Asset Accounting & Depreciation EDUCATION  MBA (Finance), Madurai Kamaraj University | 2010  BBM (Finance), Bangalore University | 2008 CAREER TIMELINE Process Developer – Controllership & General Accounting | Thomson Reuters Pvt. Ltd. | Oct 2010 – Mar 2014 Accountant – General Accounting | Cerner Healthcare Solutions Pvt. Ltd. | Apr 2014 – Jul 2016 Accountant – General Accounting, Accounts Payable | PVHSI | Feb 2020 – Apr 2025 HIGHLIGHTS    Received the "Act with Purpose Award" at PVH (2024) for driving purpose-led initiatives that delivered transformative business value.  Earned the "Emerging Associate of the Year" award at Oracle (2016) for demonstrating exceptional growth, leadership potential, and delivering high-value contributions to finance projects.  Secured the "SPOT Award" at Thomson Reuters across 4 consecutive quarters for consistent high-performance, impactful delivery, and exceeding stakeholder expectations in a dynamic environment. Honored with the "Stay Curious Recognition" at PVH (2022) for championing innovation through continuous learning & critical thinking. Awarded "Stand-Out Performer of the Year" at PVH (2020) for exceeding performance expectations, leading key financial transformation initiatives, and delivering operational excellence. TECHNICAL SKILLS  SAP ERP  Concur  Zoho Books  Oracle PeopleSoft  Blackline Systems  MS Office WORK EXPERIENCE Accountant – General Accounting, Accounts Payable | PVHSI | Feb 2020 – Apr 2025 General Ledger & Financial Reporting Engineered monthly journal entries for Payroll, Rent, Utilities, Audit, Legal, and Professional Fees using SAP and Excel, ensuring 100% accuracy in actuals and estimates.  Reviewed Cost-Plus and Royalty calculations for multiple Legal Entities, maintaining full compliance with Intercompany agreements.  Directed balance sheet reconciliations, facilitating cross-functional discussions to resolve aged items and enhance reporting accuracy.  Prepared and validated financial statements in accordance with international accounting standards.  Led a process improvement initiative that enhanced operational efficiency by 40%.  Streamlined audit processes, reducing audit turnaround by 15% and audit prep time by 20% through enhanced documentation practices.  Audit, Compliance & Taxation Managed GST, WHT, and VAT filings across India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Africa, ensuring accurate and timely compliance using SAP ERP and Excel.  Conducted VAT impact analyses and advised leadership on tax-optimized business structuring.  Spearheaded an 8-year pension audit for Ethiopia, identifying critical inefficiencies and initiating structural reforms for improved fund management and compliance.  Process Re-engineering & Documentation Executed a cross-departmental process re-engineering initiative that improved service delivery and reduced documentation load by 75%. Enhanced internal communication flow between three departments by introducing streamlined documentation protocols.   Accounts Payable Operations Oversaw full-cycle Accounts Payable, including 3-way invoice matching (PO, GRN, Invoice), wire transfers, and high-volume check runs (400+ invoices/month).  Maintained vendor satisfaction by ensuring 95–98% payment accuracy and timely issue resolution for 50+ monthly queries.  Reviewed merchandise wire templates and managed aging reports, optimizing working capital and vendor trust.  Supported vendor onboarding and system set-up with meticulous data handling and policy compliance.  Travel & Expense Management Approved employee travel claims via Concur, achieving 99% reimbursement accuracy. Delivered training on T&E policies, reducing policy violations and minimizing expense discrepancies. Led onboarding and mentoring of five new hires, ensuring alignment with process standards and department goals.    Accountant – General Accounting | Cerner Healthcare Solutions Pvt. Ltd. | Apr 2014 – Jul 2016 Taxation & Statutory Compliance Managed accurate and timely VAT, TDS, and service charge returns for the India region. Oversaw TDS coding through Markview 170, ensuring statutory compliance and audit readiness. Executed TDS rationalization during audits, streamlining documentation and improving tax audit efficiency.    Financial Controls & Reporting Conducted accruals and variance analyses, enhancing reporting accuracy and supporting data-driven decision-making. Identified and corrected financial discrepancies through meticulous bank and balance sheet reconciliations. Managed cash flow operations to ensure liquidity and uninterrupted business continuity.    PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE Process Developer – Controllership & General Accounting | Thomson Reuters Pvt. Ltd. | Oct 2010 – Mar 2014 WEALTH OF EXPERTISE Project Implementation & Automation  Spearheaded the end-to-end implementation of a Payment Automation Process and Electronic Banking System, driving workflow optimization, boosting transaction accuracy, and significantly enhancing financial operational efficiency.    Executed SAP F110 payment runs with precision, ensuring adherence to internal controls and reducing payment discrepancies. Contributed to the successful delivery of the B2CC project, managing seamless integration of subledger AR data into the General Ledger (GL). Collaborated on the implementation of Blackline Systems for reconciliations, accelerating the reconciliation cycle, eliminating manual Global Process Transitions  Orchestrated the successful transition of GL, AP, and T&E processes across five countries, maintaining continuity while aligning processes with local statutory requirements and corporate compliance frameworks.  Led the transition of AP, GL, and Intercompany processes for the Switzerland region, ensuring seamless migration, compliance adherence, and minimal business disruption.