Noor Alief Affandy Abdullah
Shared Service Transition Manager | Project Manager | Accounts Payable Manager
Kuala Lumpur,14
Summary
With over 20 years of experience in transition project management, I have a proven track record of successful leadership in shared service transitions with global companies such as Shell, BASF, Hitachi Data Systems, and Worley. Throughout my career, I consistently demonstrate the ability to lead cross-functional teams, ensuring smooth transitions and successful go-lives while minimizing business disruption. Guiding teams through complex challenges and achieving set goals is where my expertise shines. My strong skills in stakeholder engagement, collaboration, and strategic implementation consistently contribute to the success of transition projects. I excel in strategic planning, resource allocation, and process optimization. My strong focus on leadership and team collaboration ensures seamless adaptation to changing project requirements. Committed to achieving excellence in every transition project I undertake.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF SCOTLAND
UNITED KINGDOM 01.2025 - Current
Bachelor of Business - International Business
UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA PERLIS
Arau, Perlis, Malaysia 01.1997 - 09.2001
High School Diploma -
SMK ANDERSON, IPOH
Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia 01.1991 - 10.1996
Work History
Transition Project Manager
Worley
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
01.2018 - 05.2024
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects.
- Identified plans and resources required to meet project goals and objectives.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with smooth project transitions through regular status updates and transparent communication.
- Mentored project team members on transition management best practices, increasing overall team understanding, driving higher efficiency and effectiveness.
- Conducted thorough analyses of existing processes to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements in the transition management process.
- Facilitated change management initiatives throughout the organization by providing guidance on transitioning processes and procedures effectively.
- Managed risks effectively during project transitions by conducting thorough risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies.
- Established strong relationships with stakeholders involved in the transition process to facilitate collaboration and problem-solving.
- Provided exceptional support to clients during crucial transition phases, ensuring a seamless handover and minimal disruption to their business operations.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, outlining scope, objectives, deliverables, and deadlines for successful transitions.
- Implemented innovative tools and techniques that streamlined communication across various departments involved in project transitions.
Senior Manager Invoice Processing
Sapura Energy
Seri Kembangan, Selangor
05.2017 - 12.2017
- Managed 25 direct report with 2 Managers and 2 Supervisors
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Held monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Collaborated closely with peers from other departments to drive organizational success jointly as one cohesive unit.
- Reduced costs, optimized resource allocation, and improved efficiency in managing projects.
- Improved team performance by providing comprehensive training and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
- Managed large-scale projects and introduced new systems, tools, and processes to achieve challenging objectives.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability in navigating complex situations or rapidly changing environments with ease.
- Increased customer satisfaction with timely project deliveries and seamless communication.
- Achieved operational excellence by streamlining processes and implementing best practices.
- Implemented innovative solutions (Eye-Share system, Norway) to overcome challenges, leading to enhanced productivity levels.
- Spearheaded change management efforts for seamless adoption of new systems or processes among employees.
- Enhanced company reputation by driving successful initiatives that addressed client pain points effectively.
- Enhanced team performance with regular coaching sessions, focusing on individual strengths and areas for improvement.
Global Accounts Payable Team Manager
WorleyParsons
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
02.2012 - 04.2017
- Managed a Global AP Team (APAC, Middle East, Europe & Americas) of 51 direct report with 5 Team Leads
- Partnered with Global finance team to complete month-end accruals and account reconciliations.
- Collaborated with other Location Finance departments to resolve billing issues promptly and maintain accurate financial records.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting open communication, collaboration, and professional growth opportunities for team members.
- Reduced payment discrepancies with thorough invoice review, analysis, and reconciliation efforts.
- Streamlined invoice processing for improved efficiency and reduced processing time.
- Monitored department performance metrics regularly, identifying inefficiencies or bottlenecks in order to continuously improve overall productivity levels.
- Observed strict confidentiality regulations to maintain data security.
- Optimized cash flow management by negotiating favorable payment terms with vendors.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by implementing effective accounts payable processes and controls.
- Closely monitored accounts to post timely payments and resolve billing discrepancies.
Senior Payment Administrator
Hitachi Data Systems
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
06.2010 - 11.2011
- Successfully transitioned Accounts Payable processes and Payment Banking processes from Hitachi US office to KL Shared Service center.
- Conducted Training to KL team members and ensured seamless transition that minimizes disruption.
- Served as the key contact point for both internal stakeholders and external vendors regarding all aspects of Accounts payable and Payment administration matters.
- Coordinated with finance teams to instantly resolve issues efficiently and promptly.
- Created customized reports to provide valuable insights into US counterpart on payment and forecasting trend to support the weekly payment process and Treasury Budget and Forecast.
- Negotiated favorable terms with Employees on the Payment frequency of Employee Expense claims that strictly aligns to Treasury cash forecast prior to Payment process execution.
Accounts Payable Analyst
BASF Asia-Pacific Shared Service Centre
Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur
09.2005 - 05.2010
- Key team Member for the BASF Philippines - Accounts Payable Payment process transition. Underwent a 2 week Job shadow in BASF Manila office.
- Upon return to KL, performed a 4 week reverse Knowledge transfer process with the KL AP Team. Conducted comprehensive Trainings ensuring cohesive understanding
- Lead SOP documentation reviews. Completed testing and Soft Go-live of the processes ramping up to the Hard Go-live.
- Achieved successful Go Live with the Team with all issues encountered proactively resolved and documented as part of the SOP documentations
- Researched and resolved invoice and payment issues for internal employees and external vendors.
- Identified opportunities and risks in accounts payable process to improve standard operating procedures.
Accounting Technician
Shell Business Service Centre
Damansara, Selangor
06.2000 - 03.2005
- Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
- Key team Member for 2 Successful Migrations
- 1. Shell Philippines Accounts Payable-Payment process (Nov 2000-Jan 2001)
- 2. Shell Chemicals Singapore (Jan 2002 - Feb 2002)
- Completed 6 weeks Job shadowing in Shell Makati office. 2 weeks Singapore Chemicals office.
- Compiled hard copy documentation of SOP materials and supported with clear narration of process steps, details and key requirements for both Transitions.
- Performed continuous testing and reverse shadowing on task execution with process incumbents.
- Soft Go-live, attends Daily calls in KL office with Payment incumbent at Makati & Singapore offices for 2 weeks performing the task under supervision.
- Successful Hard Go Live achieved with minimal issues to BAU payment operations for both Transitions.
Skills
Strategic Project Planning
Accomplishments
Company: Worley Business Service Sdn Bhd (May 2020 - May 2024) SSC Program Transition Manager
- 1. Worley Oman - P2P scope Completed Oct 2020
- 2. Worley Singapore - P2P&R2R scope Completed Dec 2020
- 3. Worley USA & CAN - R2R scope Completed Dec 2020
- 4. Worley UK P2P&R2R scope Completed Jan 2021
- 5. Worley UK-Denmark All scopes Completed Mar 2021
- 6. Worley South Africa All scopes Completed Apr 2021
- 7. Worley Mongolia All scopes Completed Apr 2021
- 8. Worley China All scopes Completed May 2021
- 9. Worley Singapore R2R scope Completed May 2021
- 10. Worley Thailand R2R&P2P scope Completed Jun 2021
- 11. Worley Indonesia O2C&P2P scope Completed Jul 2021
- 12. Worley India P2P&R2R scope Completed Sep 2021
- 13 Worley Brunei All scope Completed Jan 2022
- 14. Worley Brazil (LATAM) P2P scope Completed Apr 2022
- 15. Worley Azerbaijan P2P scope Completed Jun 2022
- 16. Worley Colombia O2C&R2R scope Completed Oct 2022
All Worley scope Transition to Service Provider (Tata Services India) includes Stakeholder engagement and collaborations, Finalizing and agreement of scopes & delivery and sign offs with Location.
Company: Worley Business Service Sdn Bhd (Jan 2018 - Apr 2020) SSC Project Manager
1. Worley Europe Limited - WP Aberdeen UK, Accounts Payable (May 2018 - Aug 2018) ORACLE
2. Project Puchong ( Office Relocation KL - Bangsar South)
3. Project ServiceNow-Cherwell (Transition to Cherwell Ticketing platform)
Company: Worleyparsons Business Service Sdn Bhd (Feb 2012 - Apr 2017 & Jan 2018 - May 2024)
4. WorleyParsons Europe Limited, UK Accounts Payable (Mar 2012 - May 2012) ORACLE
5.WorleyParsons USA Ltd Accounts Payable (Jul 2012 - Oct 2012) ORACLE
Company: Hitachi Data Systems (Jun 2010 - Nov 2011)
6. Hitachi Data Systems USA Accounts Payable - Payments. (Apr 2011-May 2011) ORACLE
Company: BASF Asia-Pacific Shared Service Centre (Sep 2005-May 2010)
7. BASF Philippines Accounts Payable - Invoicing & Payments July 2006 - Oct 2006) SAP
Company: Shell Business Service Centre (Jun 2000 - March 2005)
8. Shell Philippines Accounts Payable -Payments (Nov 2000-Jan 2001) SAP
9. Shell Chemicals Singapore Accounts Payable - Payments (Feb 2002 - May 2002) SAP
Timeline
MBA - Business Administration And Management
UNIVERSITY OF THE WEST OF SCOTLAND
01.2025 - Current
Transition Project Manager
Worley
01.2018 - 05.2024
Senior Manager Invoice Processing
Sapura Energy
05.2017 - 12.2017
Global Accounts Payable Team Manager
WorleyParsons
02.2012 - 04.2017
Senior Payment Administrator
Hitachi Data Systems
06.2010 - 11.2011
Accounts Payable Analyst
BASF Asia-Pacific Shared Service Centre
09.2005 - 05.2010
Accounting Technician
Shell Business Service Centre
06.2000 - 03.2005
Bachelor of Business - International Business
UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA PERLIS
01.1997 - 09.2001
High School Diploma -
SMK ANDERSON, IPOH
01.1991 - 10.1996
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