Supply Chain Software Development
Resume:
PERSONAL INFO
Address
No** Dhanalakshmi nagar third cross street
Selaiyur Chennai-600073 Tamilnadu India
Phone
********@*****.***
https://www.linkedin.com/in/muralidharancs
SKILLS
Business Process Improvement
Operations
SAP ECC /S4 HANA FICO ( GL, AP, AR,TAX)
Customer Relationship Management
Agile Software Development
Scrum (Software Development)
SAP MM ( Procurment process)
System Testing
Project Management
Consulting
Technical Services
Process Improvement
Information Technology
Procurement and logistics
SAP ECC /S4 HANA Implementation
Team Management
QA and Testing
Work Planning
Supervision
COURSES
Certified ISO Lead Auditor
The Knowledge labs
Feb 2024 - Feb 2024
Got Course completion in Agile scrum
Muralidharan
Chakram
Srinivasan
Consultant
Profile Summary
A seasoned professional with a robust combination of SAP FI and MM expertise and extensive domain experience in Automotive and ancillary, Manufacturing (Industrial automation) Finance, Administration, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management. Skilled in implementing SAP-driven process improvements and workflow optimization techniques that enhance productivity, ensure compliance, and support operational excellence across organizations. Domain Expertise: Over 18 years of experience in Finance, Accounts, Logistics, and Supply Chain Management, along with 9+ years in SAP FICO and MM, demonstrating a proven ability to lead cross- functional teams and optimize business processes for enhanced operational efficiency. Professional Attributes
Highly dedicated and goal-oriented, with strong skills in communication, organization, and management.
Excellent analytical and technical reporting skills with a keen ability to leverage SAP for accurate, real-time data insights.
Industry Knowledge
Broad experience across Information Technology, Telecom, Automotive, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Banking, Finance, Healthcare, Insurance, Pharma, and Life Sciences, with a deep understanding of industry-specific SAP configurations and best practices. SAP FICO Skills
Enterprise Structure Configuration: Expertise in creating company codes, business areas, and consolidation business areas, along with managing currency settings, fiscal year variants, posting periods, document types, field status variants, and global parameters for comprehensive setup. General Ledger (FI-GL) & Accounts Receivable (AR): Proficient in managing the General Ledger, including creating Charts of Accounts, GL Master Records, and configuring Field Status Groups. Experienced in AR management, including customer groups, master data, payment terms, incoming payments, and dunning processes.
Accounts Payable (AP) Management: Skilled in the creation and maintenance of vendor groups and master data, handling automatic outgoing payments, invoices, credit memos, and closing procedures, with a focus on integration with Materials Management (MM). Cross-Module Integration & Process Improvement: Collaborated with teams across Sales and Distribution (SD) and MM for seamless integration of financial processes, while implementing process improvements to enhance compliance and operational efficiency. FI – AA (FI – Asset Accounting)
Asset Accounting: Proficient in managing Asset Class, Asset Master Records, Chart of Depreciation, asset acquisition, and scrapping processes within SAP ECC 6.0 and S/4 HANA environments. SAP - CO
Controlling Area Setup: Experienced in configuring Controlling Areas and defining number ranges for controlling documents to maintain structured financial oversight. Cost Center Accounting: Skilled in creating Cost Centers, Cost Center Groups, Activity Types, and Statistical Key Figures, enabling precise tracking and allocation of costs across departments. Cost Element Accounting: Expertise in configuring both Primary and Secondary Cost Elements and Activity Types for accurate financial analysis and reporting. SAP MM
Client Workshops & Requirement Gathering: Engaged in workshops with clients to capture and document detailed business requirements, ensuring precise alignment with SAP MM functionalities for effective implementation.
Enterprise Data Structure Setup: Configured essential data structures, including plants, storage locations, purchasing organizations, and purchasing groups, to establish a solid foundation for MM processes.
Master Data Configuration & Document Management: Managed MM master data, covering Material Master, Vendor Master, Purchase Info Record, Source List, and Outline Agreements; implemented Logistics Invoice Management and Inventory Valuation; established new document types, number ranges, and release procedures.
End-to-End Procure-to-Pay (P2P) Support: Played a key role in a P2P lifecycle redesign project, addressing defect resolutions, handling change requests, and assisting clients with P2P workflows for optimized operations.
Cross-Module Integration & Technical Coordination: Collaborated with FI and SD consultants to integrate MM functionalities for valuation, account determination, and sales processes; coordinated with the BASIS team for smooth transport requests during implementations. Testing, Post-Production Support & SLA Adherence: Developed core functional test scenarios and scripts, provided ongoing post-production support, and managed tickets to meet SLA timelines, ensuring high-quality SAP MM implementation and support. master
Simplilearn
Jan 2024 - Jan 2024
HR and Admin Analytics module training
attended i
MSME PPDC Agra Online training
Sep 2020 - Sep 2020
GST Goods and Service tax training
completed from
MSME PPDC Agra
May 2017 - May 2017
Certified Six Sigma Green Belt consultant
MSIN Institute Noida
May 2008 - May 2008
LANGUAGES
English
Tamil
Hindi
German
Worked in Use the SAP Fiori Launchpad Designer to create or customize a catalog and group, Catalog: Contains a collection of Fiori apps.
Group: Represents a subset of apps displayed on the Launchpad home page. Workflow Integration
Configure approval workflows for POs and requisitions using SAP Workflow Management, Analytics Integration
Utilize SAP S/4HANA embedded analytics for real-time insights through Analytical Fiori apps, such as Monitor procurement / inventory management .
Administered Coupa for integrating with ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, and Workday, connecting procurement with financial and operational workflows. It also fosters collaboration with suppliers through its supplier network for efficient sourcing and invoicing. Worked in rebate management and developed the documentation for rebate and vendor management
DC-DR implementation strategy for the organization Pilot implementation of DC-DR setup for SAP systems EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Consultant - SAP FICO, SAP MM Aug 2023 - Present Johns Noble
Delivered consulting services for new implementations and ongoing support projects, effectively acting as a liaison with clients to troubleshoot issues and resolve support tickets, ultimately enhancing client satisfaction.
Created comprehensive documentation of functional designs, test cases, and results to ensure clarity and accountability in project deliverables, promoting effective communication among stakeholders. Integrated SAP Fieldglass with SAP S/4 HANA (MM, FI) to optimize procurement (P2P) and invoicing processes; customized and configured FI/CO, SD, and MM modules in accordance with project specifications to address unique client requirements. Configured Business Partner settings to facilitate efficient customer and vendor management; managed Master Data activities, including the creation and maintenance of Material Master and Vendor Master Records, to enhance data integrity and accessibility. Developed detailed system documentation, including training manuals and quick reference guides to support user comprehension; led the support team in providing comprehensive end-to-end client support and executing effective solutions.
Master Data Management
Master Data Management: Managed Master Data activities, including Material Master, Vendor Master Records, and SAP FI/GL account master data, to enhance data integrity, accessibility, and consistency across systems.
Worked in AFS support project for the current project Finance associate Jan 2022 - Jul 2023
M/S Geeksoft Consulting Pvt Ltd
Oversaw functionalities across FI-GL, Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), Bank Accounting (BA), and Asset Accounting (AA), maintaining clarity and integrity in financial data management.
Executed configurations for foreign currency revaluation, optimizing financial reporting and ensuring compliance with international accounting standards. Developed and configured house bank master data and bank reconciliation processes, ensuring financial accuracy and effective cash management.
Integrated Financial Accounting (FI) with Materials Management (MM) and Sales and Distribution
(SD) modules to ensure cohesive transaction processes across departments. Configured SAP MM processes, including inventory management and procurement operations, to support seamless integration with SAP Ariba for enhanced supplier collaboration and procurement efficiency.
Managed change management activities, ensuring smooth transitions during system updates and enhancements while minimizing disruptions to operations. Provided ongoing AFS support activities, addressing user inquiries, troubleshooting issues, and facilitating training to enhance user competency and satisfaction. Gathered and analyzed reporting and created training documentation for end-users, enhancing organizational knowledge and user competency.
Worked in opentext integration with S4 HANA for supplier invoice management. Business Support Manager Sep 2020 - Dec 2021
M/S Pharmnova Medical Research Pvt Ltd, Chennai
Provided technical support in the maintenance of Material Master and Vendor Master Data, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
Defined business requirements and functional specifications for global SAP implementations, aligning with organizational goals.
Configured the enterprise structure, including company codes, controlling areas, plants, storage locations, and purchasing organizations to optimize operations. Delivered technical support to end users for procurement transactions, including Purchase Requisitions, Requests for Quotations (RFQs), maintaining quotations, price comparisons, and the creation of contracts and scheduling agreements.
Managed Materials Management (MM) master data configuration, including Material Master, Vendor Master, Purchase Info Records, and Source Lists to support procurement efficiency. Configured and maintained the procurement process, encompassing Purchase Requisition (PR), Request for Quotation (RFQ), and Purchase Order (PO) generation, along with release strategy configuration and testing.
Implemented GST taxation with the Country specific tax rules with TAXINN on the project for the new tax invoices for sales and purchases.
Administration Manager Jul 2019 - Aug 2020
M/S Aplicom Ltd, Chennai
Designation: Administration manager, July -2019 – August 2020 Chennai Configured FI-GL, including Chart of Accounts, account groups, GL master records, opening and closing posting periods, tolerance groups, and financial statement versions. Managed FI-AP configurations, including accounts payable, automatic payment programs, down payments to vendors, and bill of exchange payables. Handled FI-AR configurations, such as accounts receivable, payment terms, down payments from customers, bill of exchange receivables, and dunning procedures. Configured FI-Bank Accounting, establishing house banks, check lots, and processes for manual check deposits and bank statements.
Participated in the full cycle of Materials Management (MM) implementation, conducting organization structure workshops and analyzing gaps between existing processes and SAP. Collected business requirements and applied necessary configuration changes, including Material Master, Vendor Master, purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and pricing procedures for domestic and import transactions.
Provided consulting and technical services for new hardware and services in IT and mechanical sectors for client projects.
Demonstrated strong working knowledge of SAP integrations across FI, MM, and SD modules, SAP Fieldglass support.
Managed costs and billing, effectively resolving financial discrepancies through organized account management using Zoho, SAP, Tally software, SAP ECC 6.0, and SAP S/4 HANA. Commercial Manager Jul 2012 - Jun 2019
M/s CAN Automotion Pvt Ltd Chennai
Designation: Commercial manager – July 2012 – June 2019 Contributed to SAP ECC and S/4 HANA implementation projects, ensuring seamless integration and transition between platforms.
Managed FI-MM and FI-SD integrations, providing support during the migration process from ECC to S/4 HANA, SAP Fieldglass and Ariba.
Implemented SAP MM modules, including Material Master, Purchase Requisitions (PR), Purchase Orders (PO), and Goods Receipt/Invoice Receipt (GR/IR), along with inventory management functionalities, GST tax implementation for new indirect tax rules as per the Country specific taxcodes (TAXINN) .
Supervised the processing of accounts payable, cash receipts, bank transactions, journal entries, and sales and purchase activities to maintain accurate financial records. Verified and analyzed party ledger reviews for firms and companies, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial standards.
Oversaw the preparation of weekly and monthly receivable and payable statements, as well as Management Information System (MIS) reports for informed decision-making. Prepared financial statements, trial balances, and coordinated the confirmation of trade payables and receivables, working closely with auditors for annual filing. Managed foreign exchange remittances (inward and outward) with banks for payables and receivables involving overseas principals.
Prepared and e-filed sales tax (CST and VAT) statements, Goods and Services Tax (GST) statements, and TDS challans to ensure compliance with tax regulations. Engaged in Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) activities regarding directors' foreign investments for business establishment in the country, enhancing the company's reputation as a private entity. Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, Accounts Payable (P2P), Accounts Receivable (O2C), deposits, and recordkeeping processes. Oversaw office inventory activities, including ordering, requisitions, stocking, and shipment receiving, while organizing the importation and exportation of materials and stock items via air and ocean. Accounts executive Jan 2009 - Jun 2012
M/s SRI Vaikundam pecuniary motives, Chennai
Designation Accounts executive-Jan 2009-June-2012
Managed Accounts Payable processes, including voucher entry, cash and bank transactions, and journal vouchers, ensuring accurate financial records. Negotiated with subcontractors and suppliers, issuing Purchase Orders and managing procurement activities while ensuring compliance with company policies. Maintained material systems and data integrity to support purchasing and inventory functions, enhancing operational efficiency.
Prepared Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable statements, along with Bank Reconciliation statements for accurate financial reporting.
Confirmed balances with customers (debtors) and creditors on a monthly and quarterly basis to ensure financial accuracy.
Managed remittances for statutory payments, prepared and filed TDS returns, and submitted sales tax returns to maintain compliance with regulatory requirements. Junior Executive Aug 2005 - Nov 2009
M/s SSM InfoTech PVT LTD, Chennai
Oversaw general accounts and managed the invoice section, ensuring accurate processing and timely collections.
Processed purchase orders for material procurement and coordinated dispatch to customers, facilitating smooth operations.
Handled Accounts Receivable (AR) collections, ensuring timely payments from customers and following up on pending payments.
Provided daily activity reports to the accounts manager, detailing department operations and financial performance.
Confirmed balances with customers (debtors) and creditors on a monthly basis to maintain financial accuracy.
EDUCATION
MBA (Master of Business Administration)–National Sep 2017 - Oct 2018 Institute of Business Management, Chennai
Master of Computer Application (M.C.A) Jun 2002 - Jun 2005 Bharathidasan University, Tiruchirapalli
B.Sc. MathematicsThe Jul 1998 - Jun 2001
Quaide Milleth College, Chennai
Extraskills
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Gained practical experience in purchasing and sales operations, including managing sales tax (GST), quarterly TDS filings, and payroll processes for various companies. Developed expertise in financial management and logistics/supply chain management, handling inter- and intra-company transactions in India and internationally. Utilized Agile and Scrum methodologies for project development, testing, and validation processes, including UAT and system testing.
Collaborated with stakeholders, project owners, and development teams to gather requirements and facilitate project development through effective sprint schedules. Created and updated project plans, budgets, and resource allocation strategies to ensure successful project execution and business case submissions.
Participated in the implementation and support of SAP Fieldglass and SAP Ariba, focusing on sourcing, procurement, vendor invoice management, and integration with S/4 HANA. TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS
Training Programs and Certification
• Certified ISO Lead Auditor The Knowledge labs – Feb - 2024
• Got Course completion in Simplilearn for Agile scrum master - Jan 2024
• HR and Admin Analytics module training attended in MSME PPDC- Agra Online training September-2020
• GST (Goods and Service tax) training completed from MSME PPDC – Agra Chennai May-2017
• Certified Six Sigma Green Belt consultant from MSIN Institute Noida- year - 2008
• SAP MM Module from Navo InfoTech Chennai – May 2008
• Passed A1 grade in German language from Max Muller Bhavan Chennai – June - 2007 Functional Expertise
Core competencies
Finance and Accounts Skills Finance and Accounts operations, Accounts payable & Accounts Receivable Internal auditing,Auditing and Taxation Business process improvement,Budgeting and forecasting, Banking and finance, Bank Guarantees(BG), Letter of Credit(LC's), import & export documentation, US accounting,US Taxation
HR & Administration Skills General Administration, Business Administration, HR operations, Payroll processing, Labour laws, HR Metrics, HR and admin analytics, US IT recruitments, HRIS, HRMS,IT and Non IT recruitments,PF and ESI registrations and filing, Background verification, Compensation and benefits
Software skills
ERP Packages SAP ECC6.0, S4 Hana– ( FICO,MM, SD, CRM), Ariba, Fieldglass, Tally ERP, Zoho Books, Workday(Finance,payroll and absence), Salesforce, Quickbooks Travel and Expense SAP Concur, Zoho Expense
HRMS Workday (Finance, Payroll, recruitment), Zoho – ( Payroll,People), Oracle HRMS Quality process ISO – 9001-2015 (QMS), ISO-13485, Six Sigma, Agile Methodology, Scrum master, Project management Database Oracle, SQL, SQL Server,Cloud Technologies (IBM Watson, AWS,Microsoft - Azure) Others Ms Office Suite, Microsoft SharePoint
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