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Farooq Ali

Perth,Australia

Summary

Dynamic Senior Financial Analyst with extensive experience at Amazon and Genpact , excelling in accounts payable and vendor management. Proven track record in streamlining invoice processing and enhancing cash flow forecasting. Skilled in SAP and fostering team collaboration, I consistently deliver accurate financial reporting and resolve payment disputes efficiently.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Financial Analyst

Amazon
Hyderabad, India
10.2021 - 04.2025
  • Managed and executed daily payment runs, validating top 50 vendors to ensure timely processing.
  • Handled customs clearance payments manually via banking systems and resolved non-payment escalations.
  • Maintained rejection tracker and followed up with banks/internal teams to prevent delays.
  • Reconciled AP trial balances and managed vendor debit balances, publishing holdback reports fortnightly.
  • Led onboarding processes for banking and tax information setup for new vendors.
  • Maintained accurate records of accounts payable transactions.
  • Processed 500+ vendor invoices a month and payments in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with month-end closing activities such as preparing journal entries, reconciliations and accruals.
  • Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness.
  • Generated reports on outstanding payables, aging analysis, cash flow projections.
  • Prepared ACH payment schedules and paper checks to provide timely compensation to many company employees and contractors.
  • Performed bi-weekly team audits and contributed to AP reporting across weekly, monthly, and yearly cycles.
  • Implemented process improvements to streamline invoice processing activities.

Process Developer – Accounts Payable

Genpact
Hyderabad, India
11.2016 - 08.2021
  • Processed high volume of invoices in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy and completeness of all documentation.
  • Matched orders with invoices and recorded required information.
  • Handled accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and payment processing.
  • Acted as a single point of contact for vendor payments and setup.
  • Reviewed and approved SAP payment proposals; executed payments via Bottomline for non-house bank countries.
  • Reconciled discount vendor payments ensuring all discounts were accurately applied before processing.
  • Delivered 13-week cash flow forecasts and monthly 'paid on time' analysis reports to clients.
  • Resolved queries around bank rejections and non-payments efficiently.
  • Contributed to month-end and year-end closing activities.
  • Developed relationships with vendors by providing prompt payment services.
  • Created ad hoc reports as requested by management team members or other stakeholders.
  • Prepared analysis of accounts, as required.
  • Reconciled accounts payable ledger to ensure all payments were accounted for and properly posted.
  • Part of automation project to upload invoices in auto made.

Accountant

Vijay Sai Kumar & Associates
Hyderabad, India
06.2014 - 10.2016
  • Processed invoices in SAP and performed account reconciliations.
  • Provided weekly performance data to the delivery excellence team.
  • Acted as inter-company liaison for the Australia region, ensuring compliance with global finance policies.
  • Regularly updated and maintained standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Education

Master of Professional Accounting -

Federation University Australia
Australia
09.2010

Advanced Diploma of Accounting -

IIBIT Australia
Australia
07.2008

Skills

  • Accounts Payable and Vendor Management
  • Invoice Processing and Payment Runs
  • SAP / Bottomline Systems
  • Reconciliation and Reporting
  • Banking Operations & Tax Setup
  • Payment Dispute Resolution
  • Internal Audits and Controls
  • Cash Flow Forecasting
  • Team collaboration
  • Well versed with Xero Accounting Software

Visa Class

491 Validity 02/2030

Timeline

Senior Financial Analyst

Amazon
10.2021 - 04.2025

Process Developer – Accounts Payable

Genpact
11.2016 - 08.2021

Accountant

Vijay Sai Kumar & Associates
06.2014 - 10.2016

Master of Professional Accounting -

Federation University Australia

Advanced Diploma of Accounting -

IIBIT Australia

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