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Tharshanan Elangovan

Tharshanan Elangovan

Kuala Lumpur

Summary

Analytical and dedicated finance executive with several years of experience in payment processing, invoice processing, time management, risk tolerance assessment, investment goal preparation, and equity selection. A strong communicator and organizer creates and implements specialty financial planning projects from inception to completion, to optimize client profit earnings.

Versatile professional adept in financial analysis, audit support, account reconciliations, and proficient in preparing aging reports, statements, monitoring controls, and completing closings. Highly detail-oriented, proactive, and diligent.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Finance Executive -IPT(Invoice Processing Team)

SAPURA ENERGY BERHAD
Kuala Lumpur
03.2023 - Current
  • Successfully processed over 600 invoices monthly, and payments in a high volume.
  • Assigned as a key person to handle overseas critical projects by committing to different time zones, such as Eni-Congo, Cabgoc, NGC-Angola, and other regional entities under Sapura Energy DMCC - Dubai, Sapura Energy 3500 Ltd, and Sapura Energy UK.
  • Worked closely with the project management team to ensure timely processing of invoices.
  • Collaborating closely with the project manager and cost controller to smoothly process critical invoices.
  • Conducted three-way matching for PO/SO-based invoices in EyeShare and SAP.
  • Maintained productivity and adhered to target timelines as assigned.
  • Continuously follow up with the Supply Chain/Procurement for POs/SOs that exceeded the budget and GRN-related matters.
  • Perform manual posting, especially for advance payment and Proforma Invoices, and closely follow up on the actual invoices to ensure the debit balances are cleared.
  • Monitor invoices, especially for milestone payments, and ensure to adhere to the payment terms.

Finance Executive -AP Team & PV Processor

SAPURA ENERGY BERHAD
Kuala Lumpur
08.2018 - 03.2023
  • Executed Accounts Payable operations with precision and efficiency, handling a wide range of financial transactions.
  • Preparing payment vouchers and facilitating the payment for various projects (HESS 3, KASAWARI, CPOC) and entities under Sapura Offshore Group and Vessel Entities Group.
  • Monitoring and handling critical payment items such as manual payments, and project-related expenses, ensuring payment accuracy.
  • Verified that invoice supporting documents contained sufficient coding and approval information and followed up to resolve problematic invoices.
  • Collaborated with external auditors and provided timely responses to audit queries
  • Maintained accurate records and updated accounts payable ledgers to ensure timely payments
  • Reconciled vendor accounts on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy of accounts payable ledgers
  • Collaborated with internal departments and vendors to resolve accounts payable discrepancies
  • Monitored vendor accounts to ensure timely payments and to minimize overdue invoices
  • Answered vendor inquiries and provided assistance in resolving invoice discrepancies
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Expedited payments by verifying accuracy and currency of vendor information.
  • Investigated past due invoices and delinquent accounts to generate revenues and reduce number of unpaid and outstanding accounts.
  • Verified accuracy of information and resolved discrepancies with vendors before entering invoices for payment.
  • Ensure the GRN vs PO/SO is matched before payment processing
  • Preparing payment plans for vendors, particularly for LOD and summons cases, and sharing them with the Head of Department (HOD).
  • Performing Fico and MIRO manual postings in SAP.
  • Participating in the company's reset program and proof of debt (POD) validation.
  • Receiving and reconciling POD submissions from vendors.
  • Ensure to verify the tax computation such as WHT,SST,VAT and prepare the checklist before proceed for payment.

Finance Executive -System Management&Optimization

SAPURA ENERGY BERHAD
Kuala Lumpur
01.2018 - Current
  • Serve as the key point of contact for SAP and Tungsten system enhancements, troubleshooting, and process automation.
  • Collaborate with IT and finance teams to improve system functionality, and streamline workflows.
  • Assist in problem-solving and decision-making for complex AP issues.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and process efficiency within the team.
  • Trained new team members on company policies from other regions, and accounting systems, to keep team operations productive and efficient.
  • Collaborate with IT and Finance teams to improve system functionality, streamline workflows, and system migrations, upgrades, and integration projects.
  • Involved in the implementation of e-invoicing and SST requirements.

Finance Executive -Weekly Reports

SAPURA ENERGY BERHAD
Kuala Lumpur
01.2022 - Current
  • Generating SAP AP aging reports for vendor Statement of Account (SOA) reconciliations.
  • Analyze and present weekly creditors' reports, including invoice aging, creditor balances, and workbench reports, to senior stakeholders.
  • Checked all information to provide reporting with accuracy.
  • Compiled financial data from various sources for reporting purposes.

Finance Assistant -Staff Claims & Data Entry

SAPURA ENERGY BERHAD
Kuala Lumpur
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Provided administrative support to the finance department, such as filing documents and responding to queries.
  • Liaised with auditors during year-end audits, providing supporting documentation when necessary.
  • Processed cash advance requested by staff for traveling, and subsistence allowance. Closely monitor and ensure that staff submit claims through the e-claim system.
  • Performed entries of the staff's claims into the system monthly, and ensured that they were completed within the deadline.
  • To perform the clearing of staff advances monthly before the end of month-closing.
  • Assessed data and information to check entries, calculations, and billing codes for accuracy.

Education

High School Diploma -

IUKL University
Kajang
06-2016

Skills

  • Accounts payable management
  • Vendor management
  • Problem solving
  • Data analysis
  • Effective communication
  • Invoice processing
  • Vendor reconciliation
  • Proficient in Eye Share system
  • Proficiently perform UAT for the Tungsten/APS system
  • E-invoicing implementation

Certification

  • Microsoft Excel - Advance
  • Microsoft PowerPoint - Intermediate
  • Sage UBS examination

Personal Information

Age: 30

Possess own transport: yes

Marital status: single

Hobbies and Interests

  • Traveling
  • Futsal
  • Badminton

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Malay
Advanced (C1)
C1
Tamil
Advanced (C1)
C1

Accomplishments

  • Received a 4/5 performance rating in the annual appraisal, reflecting a strong work ethic, initiative, and consistent achievement of objectives
  • Manage to reduce the staff aging report by clearing the debit balance
  • Adapted to different time zones to ensure timely invoice processing and urgent payment fulfillment, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to meeting global business requirements
  • Honored by senior leadership, including the head of region, for effective coordination and dedication in ensuring vessel readiness and seamless mobilization for the Cabgoc project in Angola.

Affiliations

  • Actively involved in finance team-building initiatives, contributing to stronger collaboration, communication, and team morale across departments
  • Actively participated in Code of Conduct and company policy trainings, demonstrating commitment to ethical standards, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance

References

  • Jennifer Arokiam, Sapura Engineering Sdn Bhd, jennifer.arokiam@sapuraenergy.com, 012-3628341
  • Ibrahim Amiruddin Ahmad Ramdzani, Sapura Energy Berhad, ibrahim.ramdzani@sapuraenergy.com, 019-5660436
  • Maxim D Souza, Sapura Energy DMCC, maxim.dsouza@sapuraenergy.com

Timeline

Finance Executive -IPT(Invoice Processing Team)

SAPURA ENERGY BERHAD
03.2023 - Current

Finance Executive -Weekly Reports

SAPURA ENERGY BERHAD
01.2022 - Current

Finance Executive -AP Team & PV Processor

SAPURA ENERGY BERHAD
08.2018 - 03.2023

Finance Executive -System Management&Optimization

SAPURA ENERGY BERHAD
01.2018 - Current

Finance Assistant -Staff Claims & Data Entry

SAPURA ENERGY BERHAD
01.2018 - 01.2019

High School Diploma -

IUKL University

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