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Bala Krishna Jaladi

Bridgewater, New Jersey

Summary

With over twenty three years of experience in SAP and related applications, he has gained in-depth knowledge in supporting the SAP applications, implementing new SAP projects, and providing enhancements/ modifications to the existing SAP functionalities based upon emerging business requirements. He worked extensively in each phase of project delivery including project preparation, blueprinting, gap analysis, configuration, and customization, unit and integration testing, data migration, user training, and post-implementation support. He has excellent knowledge and work experience in SAP FI/CO (Finance and Controlling-areas of General Ledger Accounting, Accounts Payables, Accounts Receivables, Asset Accounting and Controlling Modules such as Cost Center Accounting, Cost Element Accounting, Product costing, Profitability Analysis, Project Systems/Investment Management) and Travel Management Module, BI and BPS and ABAP/4 programming. Bala has done 2 complete life cycle SAP implementation projects, 5 R/3 version upgrade projects and worked in several SAP support and rollout projects in various industry sectors ranging from SAP versions 4.6c to ECC 6.0. With his multi-industry expertise and SAP experience, he provides innovative solutions to cover the gaps recorded in the gap analysis while mapping the business requirements into SAP. In addition, he has 2 years of project leading experience for international projects. He is having in-depth experience working in End-to-end implementation, upgrade as well as in support and maintenance type projects.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr.Manager – Projects

Cognizant Technology Solutions
Teaneck
05.2007 - 07.2021

Drove design of Sabrix application for Source to Settle and Order to Cash modules across regions.

Conducted workshops to customize tax solutions according to client specifications.

Analyzed business requirements and documented findings to recommend SAP implementations.

Executed configuration of US tax rates and procedures, enhancing external system integration.

Oversaw data migration from legacy systems, ensuring accuracy in master data management.

Facilitated user training programs on Sabrix, improving operational efficiency within teams.

Implemented comprehensive testing strategies including UT, QA, and UAT for solution validation.

Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve critical issues while maintaining project timelines.

SAP FICO Advisory Consultant

IBM India Private Limited
Bangalore
05.2004 - 05.2007
  • Delivered comprehensive production support for all Panasonic North America units utilizing SAP-FICO.
  • Customized enhancements in Finance and Controlling to meet evolving user requirements.
  • Acted as onsite coordinator for client interactions and production-related assistance.
  • Managed resolution of critical issues and change requests within SLAs through collaboration with customers.
  • Led a team focused on SAP-FICO, ensuring project milestones met efficiently.
  • Conducted business process mapping and configuration in SAP to streamline operations.
  • Responded to user queries in FI/CO module promptly, improving user satisfaction.
  • Produced technical specifications for reporting changes and prepared test plans.
  • Facilitated strategic planning sessions with cross-functional teams.
  • Analyzed client requirements to develop tailored advisory solutions.
  • Led workshops to enhance client engagement and communication strategies.
  • Collaborated with stakeholders to identify areas for process improvement.
  • Developed training materials for internal knowledge sharing and skill enhancement.
  • Conducted market research to inform business development initiatives.
  • Managed project timelines and deliverables to ensure alignment with client needs.
  • Provided expert guidance on technology integration for operational efficiency.
  • Assessed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement or innovation opportunities.
  • Created detailed plans for implementation of new initiatives or strategies.
  • Provided technical support during system upgrades or maintenance activities.
  • Actively participated in brainstorming sessions for developing new ideas.
  • Recommended cost-saving measures while maintaining quality standards.
  • Led training sessions for staff on how to use new tools or technologies.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to implement new processes or procedures.
  • Developed innovative solutions to address client needs.
  • Prepared financial models, forecasts, and analyses as needed by the organization.
  • Monitored performance metrics to ensure successful completion of projects within budget constraints.

SAP FICO Consultant

Reliance Global Services Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad
04.2001 - 05.2004
  • Company Overview: A subsidiary of Reliance Global Services Inc, NJ, USA
  • A subsidiary of Reliance Global Services Inc, NJ, USA

Officer Finance & Accounts

DawnEx
New Delhi
01.1998 - 04.2001

Executive -Accounts

Quickmail Worldwide Services Inc.
05.1997 - 12.1997
  • Company Overview: A subsidiary of DawnEx, New Delhi-based MNC, which is having Head Quarters in New Jersey, USA.
  • A subsidiary of DawnEx, New Delhi-based MNC, which is having Head Quarters in New Jersey, USA.

Assoc.Director

Organon LLC
Bridgewater, New Jersey
08.2021 - Current

Education

Master of Business Administration - Finance

Sri Y.N.College
Narsapur, India
01.1997

Bachelor of Commerce -

J.K.C.College
Guntur, India
01.1995

Skills

Assoc Dir, Business/Tech AnalysisOrganon & Co

Projects

Merck & Co., Inc., Branchburg, New Jersey, USA, Cognizant, SAP Implementation Support, Sabrix (OneSource). - 5.5.5.1, SAP ECC Version 6.0. EP 17, 10/01/19 to Present, Life Sciences, FBM/Tax CoE Global Team lead Merck & Co., Inc., Branchburg, New Jersey, USA, Cognizant, SAP Implementation Support, FI-GL, AP, AR, AA, CO, PS & BI/BPS/BPC., SAP ECC Version 6.0. EP 17, 08/01/14 to 10/01/19, Life Sciences, FBM CoE Global Team lead Merck & Co., Inc., Branchburg, New Jersey, USA, Cognizant, SAP Implementation Support, FI-GL, AP, AR, AA, & CO., SAP ECC Version 5.0., 10/01/07 to 09/30/08, Life Sciences, SAP FICO Principal Consultant Panasonic Corporation of North America., Secaucus, New Jersey, USA, IBM India Pvt Ltd., SAP Implementation Support (Onsite), FI-GL, AR, AP, AA, CO, SAP Version 3.1 & 4.6 C, 07/01/06 to 05/31/07, Electronics, SAP-FICO-Advisory Consultant Ericsson, Sweden., Bangalore, India, IBM India Pvt Ltd., SAP Implementation Support (Offshore), FI-GL, AR, AP, AA, CO and Travel, SAP Version 4.6 C., 07/01/04 to 06/30/06, Telecom & Media, Onsite Coordinator (SAP FICO Consultant)

Corporate Trainings

  • SIEMENS, SAP Advanced Controlling
  • Thomson Reuters, ONESOURCE Compliance for Sales & Use Tax and Indirect Tax integration for SAP Global Next

Timeline

Assoc.Director

Organon LLC
08.2021 - Current

Sr.Manager – Projects

Cognizant Technology Solutions
05.2007 - 07.2021

SAP FICO Advisory Consultant

IBM India Private Limited
05.2004 - 05.2007

SAP FICO Consultant

Reliance Global Services Pvt Ltd
04.2001 - 05.2004

Officer Finance & Accounts

DawnEx
01.1998 - 04.2001

Executive -Accounts

Quickmail Worldwide Services Inc.
05.1997 - 12.1997

Master of Business Administration - Finance

Sri Y.N.College

Bachelor of Commerce -

J.K.C.College
Bala Krishna Jaladi