Manigandan Rao

Senior Financial Analyst with 8+ years of experience in Global Finance Operations, specializing in Accounts Payable (P2P), Employee Expense Management (T&E), and Fixed Asset Accounting. Strong hands-on expertise in vendor invoice processing, employee travel & expense reimbursements, accruals, month-end close, reconciliations, audit support, internal controls (SOX compliance), W9 Form and 1099. Experienced in working with ERP systems including SAP Concur, Workday, NetSuite, Coupa, and SAP Ariba, ensuring accurate GL posting. Proven ability to support global stakeholders across regions, manage high-volume operations within SLA, and drive continuous process improvements with a strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and governance.

With over 8 years of experience as a Senior Financial Analyst, I have honed my skills in global finance operations, particularly in Accounts Payable (Vendor Onboarding, PR, PO, Invoicing, Payments), Employee expenses Management (T&E) Fixed Asset Accounting, and process optimisation. My expertise in ensuring compliance and accuracy has consistently driven operational efficiency and enhanced financial governance across multi-region operations.

At iManage LLC, I successfully streamlined Accounts Payable processes and optimised Fixed Asset management, which resulted in significant improvements in financial accuracy and reporting. My role involved implementing SOX compliance measures and leading automation initiatives that not only improved productivity but also fostered cross-functional collaboration. Additionally, my experience in financial planning and analysis has equipped me with the ability to deliver actionable insights that support strategic decision-making.

I am proficient in various ERP systems, including NetSuite, Coupa, Workday, Intacct, SAP Ariba and SAP Concur, which has enabled me to manage financial data effectively and enhance reporting capabilities. My strong leadership skills have allowed me to mentor team members and drive performance improvements, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.

MCom (Accounts and Finance) from CMR Institute of Management Studies, Bangalore (2015-2017) Passed with 70%.