VISWANATH T G
Deputy General Manager
A dynamic and goal oriented professional targeting for challenging and rewarding opportunities with
organization of high repute.
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Tharanagar, India
CORE SKILLS
Accounts Payable Management
Invoice & Payment Processing
Vendor Management
Accounts Reconciliations
General Ledger Management
Accounts Payable Automation
Financial Documentation & Reporting
Audit Management
Month-End Closing
Supplier Relationship Management
Aging Reports Analysis
Regulatory Compliance
Cost Control
Change Agent
Decision Maker
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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Professional Financial Leader with three decades of Expertise
Detail-oriented, driven, versatile financial leader with over 30 years of experience in
driving financial operations, system implementations, and process optimizations across
various domains. Adapts seamlessly to corporate culture, excels in team motivation, and
possesses exceptional organizational skills. Proven track record in people management.
Expertise includes Account Reconciliations, Invoice Processing and Finalization of
Accounts. Committed to precise financial management for organizational success.
• Currently playing the role of Deputy General Manager in JSW Steel Ltd., Bellary,
responsible for driving operational excellence, business growth, and financial
efficiency.
• Demonstrated proficiency in leading end-to-end SAP FICO and Oracle implementations,
digitizing financial records, and centralizing invoice processing through Global Business
Services (GBS).
• Adept at managing large-scale projects, ensuring compliance with accounting
standards, and enhancing financial health through meticulous oversight of accounts
payable, treasury management, and financial reporting.
• Strong technical skills in ERP systems, accounting software, and financial consolidation
tools, complemented by a deep commitment to continuous improvement and
operational efficiency.
• Proven track record in recovering significant vendor advances, resolving complex
MSME legal cases, and establishing profitable financial frameworks for new entities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Thinker
Learner
Collaborator
Communicator
Executor
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
Digitization of Records: Digitized
vouchers, invoices, and ABG
tracing, enhancing digital access
and document management.
Oracle Implementation: Key Finance
& Accounting team member for
Oracle implementation, overseeing
data migration and reconciliation.
SAP FICO Implementation:
Played a pivotal role in SAP FICO
implementation, leading data
migration from Oracle to SAP
with accurate reconciliation.
GBS & DMS Implementation:
Successfully implemented Global
Business Services (GBS) and a
Document Management System
(DMS) for centralized billing and
account maintenance.
Recovery of Outstanding Advances:
Recovered significant vendor
advances, improving financial
health.
MSME Legal Cases Resolution:
Negotiated and reduced MSME
claims from ₹10 crore to ₹1.25
crore outside tribunals.
Centralization of Invoice
Processing: Contributed to
centralizing invoice processing
under GBS, ensuring accurate
financial records.
Establishment of Books of
Accounts: Set up books of accounts
and budget for Jindal Sanjeev
Hospital, achieving profitability
within six months.
Reconciliation and Recovery:
Oversaw reconciliation and
recovery of old advances,
including ₹123 crore in supplier
advances.
PROFILE ABRIDGEMENT - JSW STEEL LTD. BELLARY KARNATAKA (1995 – Present)
💼 Financial Operations
Manager
💼 Financial Projects &
💼 Team Lead – SAP FICO
Operations Specialist
Implementation
💼 Accountant
1995 – 2000
💼 Deputy General Manager
2001 – 2006
2007 - 2011
2012 – 2020
2021 - Present
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
JSW Steel Ltd. Bellary Karnataka
2021 - Present
Deputy General Manager
Key Responsibilities:
• Administering the complete accounts payable process, including invoice processing, payment approvals, and vendor management.
• Negotiating, reviewing and approving purchase requisitions (PR) up to ₹2 crore.
• Coordinating with the Global Business Services (GBS) team for accounting and clearing critical bills and payments.
• Ensuring timely processing of payments and maintaining control over project vendor dues and advances.
• Preparing and reviewing financial reports, including project creditors, advances, fund flow statements, cash flow statements, and
age-wise outstanding reports.
• Monitoring and analyzing AP aging reports and providing management with insights on cash flow implications, GRIR (Goods
Receipt/Invoice Receipt), creditors, retention, and advances.
• Overseeing monthly closing activities and finalizing accounts in accordance with statutory audit requirements.
• Managing interactions with internal and statutory auditors, addressing audit findings, and ensuring continuous improvement in the
internal audit score.
• Identifying areas for process enhancement within the accounts payable function.
• Designing and implementing solutions to optimize AP workflows and improve efficiency.
• Maintaining accurate records of all vendor accounts and resolving any discrepancies or queries not addressed by GBS.
• Coordinating with the commercial team to recover old debits and advances.
• Tracking and clearing old GRIR (Goods Receipt/Invoice Receipt) and SRN (Supplier Receipt Note) over 30 days and arranging for
accounting with GBS.
• Ensuring proper valuation through purchase order conditions.
• Addressing and resolving vendor queries that have not been resolved by GBS.
• Managing the reconciliation of vendor accounts and ensuring timely resolution of any issues related to bill processing and payments.
• Preparing various financial and performance reports on a fortnightly and monthly basis.
• Maintaining and tracking ABG (Advance Bank Guarantee) MIS and corresponding with banks and vendors as needed.
JSW Steel Ltd. Bellary Karnataka
2012 - 2020
Team Lead – SAP FICO Implementation
Key Responsibilities:
• Led the end-to-end implementation of the SAP FICO module, ensuring alignment with the company's financial management goals.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define system requirements, configure SAP modules, and manage the integration of
financial processes.
• Provided training and support to end-users, ensuring smooth adoption and utilization of the SAP FICO system.
• Established and enforced financial controls to ensure accuracy and integrity in financial reporting and transaction processing.
• Implemented best practices for financial management, including proper documentation, approval workflows, and compliance with
company policies.
• Handled project-related bills, including service contracts and purchase bill approvals.
• Reviewed and approved invoices, ensuring compliance with quantity certifications and addressing any discrepancies with debit and
credit notes for contract non-compliances.
• Kept track of advances, debits, and Goods Receipt Notes (GRN)/Supplier Receipt Notes (SRN) to ensure accurate and timely financial
processing.
• Conducted regular vendor reconciliations to ensure accurate accounting and payment processing.
• Monitored and managed vendor accounts, keeping track of outstanding advances, debits, and credits.
• Coordinated with vendors to resolve any discrepancies and ensure timely clearance of payments.
• Prepared and presented MIS reports to top management, providing insights on dues, fund allocation, and payment clearing status.
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Ensured timely allocation of funds and payment clearance for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) vendors.
Developed and maintained dashboards and reports that provided visibility into financial performance and compliance.
Ensured compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements in all financial processes.
Identified areas for process improvement within financial operations and led initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
JSW Steel Ltd. Bellary Karnataka
2007 - 2011
Financial Operations Manager
Key Responsibilities:
• Oversaw the full AP process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.
• Managed the General Ledger, ensuring all financial transactions were recorded accurately as per accounting standards.
• Approved service and supply bills, ensuring they aligned with company policies and project budgets.
• Handled the financial operations for the BF1 project, which had a budget of ₹2000 crore.
• Monitored and managed the project's financial performance, ensuring that all expenditures were within the approved budget.
• Prepared and presented financial reports related to the project, providing insights into budget utilization and financial health.
• Managed treasury payments, ensuring the efficient use of funds and maintaining adequate liquidity for the company.
• Oversaw cash flow management and forecasted future cash needs to support ongoing and upcoming projects.
• Handled Goods Receipt Notes (GRN) and Supplier Receipt Notes (SRN) for stores, ensuring accurate tracking of inventory.
• Reconciled free-issue materials, ensuring that all materials issued without charge were accounted for and recorded accurately.
• Worked closely with the procurement and stores teams to maintain accurate inventory records and resolve any discrepancies.
• Coordinated with various departments to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Identified and implemented process improvements to enhance the efficiency of financial operations.
INITIAL CAREER GLIMPSE
JSW Steel Ltd. Bellary Karnataka
2001 - 2006
Financial Projects & Operations Specialist
Key Responsibilities:
Led the SAP financial system implementation, ensuring smooth integration with existing processes, training finance staff, and managing
accurate GRN and SRN documentation. Oversaw treasury payments, cash flow monitoring, and daily financial operations, including accounts
payable and payroll. Supported month-end/year-end closings and implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency and
compliance.
JSW Steel Ltd. Bellary Karnataka
1995 - 2000
Accountant
Key Responsibilities:
Managed full projects accounting process, including financial statements and bookkeeping for multiple entities. Oversaw payroll,
administrative expenses, and general ledger accuracy. Prepared profit and loss statements, conducted reconciliations, and produced
financial reports. Ensured compliance with standards and assisted with audits.
EDUCATION
PERSONAL DETAILS
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Masters of Commerce
Gulbarga University
1993
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Bachelor of Commerce
SES college Sandur
1991
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, Outlook, PPT, Access, OneNote
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems: SAP, Oracle ERP, Microsoft
Dynamics
Accounting Software: QuickBooks, Tally, Oracle, SAP
Audit Management: AuditBoard, TeamMate, CaseWare
Treasury Management Systems (TMS): GTreasury
Date of Birth: 1st May’1967
Gender: Male
Nationality: Indian
Languages: English, Hindi, Kannada & Telugu
Interests: Tennies, Golf, Conducting Events, Exploring New
Places, Travelling
Accounts Payable & Receivable Automation: AvidXchange,
Bill.com
Inventory Management: Inventory, Zoho Inventory
Internal Controls & Compliance: SAP GRC, Compliance Manager
Google Drive: Analytics, Docs., Slideshow, Sheets, Forms
Windows Operating System
