SUTHARSHAN KP
Accounts Payable Specialist / Senior Accountant
Doha
Summary
Detail-oriented and results-driven Accounts Payable Specialist / Senior Accountant with over 10 years of experience in financial management, specializing in accounts payable, financial reporting, budgeting, taxation, general ledger maintenance, and compliance. Expert in overseeing end-to-end financial operations, processing high volumes of invoices, and ensuring accurate reconciliations using ERP systems including Oracle, SAP, and Tally ERP. Proven track record of implementing robust financial controls, streamlining accounting processes, and fostering strong vendor relationships. Skilled in resolving invoice discrepancies, managing full payment cycles, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards to support financial stability and operational efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Accounts Payable Specialist / Senior Accountant
National Furniture and Decoration Factory W.L.L.
01.2016 - 05.2025
- Managed the end-to-end accounts payable cycle, including invoice verification, PO matching, approval routing,and ensuring compliance with company policies.
- Accurately entered high-volume invoice data into the accounting system to maintain precise and up-to-date financial records.
- Preparing and processing electronic transfers, checks, LCs, and wire payments in a timely manner.
- Communicating with vendors to promptly resolve invoice discrepancies and payment-related issues, ensuring smooth vendor relations.
- Managed supplier reconciliations by matching external statements with internal records, resolving. discrepancies and supporting month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Managed supplier reconciliations by matching external statements with internal records, resolving discrepancies and supporting month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Ensuring all payments comply with internal company policies and tax regulations, reducing risk of non-compliance.
- Maintaining organized, up-to-date financial records and documentation to support audits and internal reviews.
- Managing accounts payable and receivable cycles, optimizing payment schedules, and improving cash flow management.
- Collaborating closely with procurement and finance teams to enhance payment workflows and financial controls.
- Conducting regular internal audits, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing best practices in accounts payable processes.
- Utilized Oracle, SAP, and Tally ERP to streamline financial processes, handle journal vouchers, and generateaccurate reports.
Accountant
Derwind Trading & Contracting Co. W.L.L.
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Conducted detailed cost-benefit analyses for proposed projects, guiding senior management in making informed investment decisions.
- Implemented new accounting software, leading to more efficient financial data management and reporting.
Education
Master of Commerce (M.Com) - Accounting And Finance
Annamalai University
Tamil Nadu, India 05.2012 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) -
Chaudhary Charan Singh University
Meerut, India 08.2008 - 08.2011
Certificate in Professional Accounting & Finance -
OTHM Qualifications
United Kingdom 01.2022 - 01.2023
Member -
Association of Accounting Technicians
Colombo, Sri Lanka 09.2020 - 09.2020
G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination -
St. Michael's College National School
Batticaloa, Sri Lanka01.2007
Certificate Systems & Computer Science -
Net-International Information Systems Computer
Batticaloa, Sri Lanka 06.2005 - 06.2006
G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination -
St. Michael's College National School
Batticaloa, Sri Lanka01.2004
Skills
- Accounts Payable & Receivable Management
- Invoice Processing & Validation
- Discrepancy Resolution & Vendor Relations
- Payment Processing & Cash Flow Management
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Tax Planning & Company Policies
- Financial Reporting & Reconciliations
- General Ledger & Sub-ledger Reconciliation
- Financial Auditing & Risk Management
- Accounting Software (Oracle, SAP, Tally ERP)
- Process Automation & Efficiency Improvement
- Compliance & Regulatory Reporting
- Statement reconciliation
- Month-end closing
Accomplishments
- Increased Work Efficiency by 12% by implementing a new documentation workflow system.
- Maintained 100% Accuracy in monthly financial reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
- Reduced Monthly Closing Time by 5% by automating key financial processes.
- Enhanced Financial Reporting Accuracy by 20% by implementing a new accounting software system.
Languages
Tamil
English
Arabic
Professional Memberships
- M.Com Degree - Verified by University of Toronto (Credential Evaluation)
- B.Com Degree - Verified by New Zealand Qualifications Authority (IQA)
- OTHM, UK - Certified
- AAT Sri Lanka - Member
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Certificate in Professional Accounting & Finance -
OTHM Qualifications
01.2022 - 01.2023
Member -
Association of Accounting Technicians
09.2020 - 09.2020
Accounts Payable Specialist / Senior Accountant
National Furniture and Decoration Factory W.L.L.
01.2016 - 05.2025
Accountant
Derwind Trading & Contracting Co. W.L.L.
07.2015 - 12.2015
Master of Commerce (M.Com) - Accounting And Finance
Annamalai University
05.2012 - 05.2014
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) -
Chaudhary Charan Singh University
08.2008 - 08.2011
Certificate Systems & Computer Science -
Net-International Information Systems Computer
06.2005 - 06.2006
G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination -
St. Michael's College National School
G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination -
St. Michael's College National School
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