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Finance & Accounting


Procure-to-Pay (P2P)

Managing the P2P process efficiently is essential for maintaining a strong supplier relationship and optimizing cash flow. Our P2P services include:
  • Vendor Onboarding and Management: Comprehensive due diligence, contract management, and seamless integration of vendor information.
  • Purchase Order Processing: Creation and management of purchase orders to ensure alignment with budgetary constraints and company policies.
  • Invoice Processing: Streamlined invoice receipt, validation, and approval workflow to reduce processing times and enhance accuracy.
  • Payment Processing: Timely and compliant payment processing to maintain positive relationships with vendors and leverage potential discounts.
  • Dispute Resolution: Addressing and resolving invoice discrepancies efficiently.
  • Spend Analysis: Detailed spend reporting and analytics to identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Order-to-Cash (O2C)

    The O2C cycle directly impacts revenue generation and cash flow management. We handle the complete O2C lifecycle, including:
  • Customer Onboarding and Credit Checks: Setting up new customer accounts and assessing creditworthiness to mitigate risk.
  • Order Management: Accurate processing and tracking of customer orders to ensure timely fulfilment..
  • Billing and Invoicing: Creation and dispatch of error-free invoices tailored to client specifications.
  • Collections Management: Proactive follow-up on outstanding invoices to optimize cash flow and reduce Days Sales Outstanding (DSO).
  • Cash Application: Accurate and prompt allocation of incoming payments to the respective invoices, enhancing transparency in accounts receivable.
  • Dispute Management: Identifying, logging, and resolving payment disputes to maintain customer satisfaction.
  • AR Reporting: Comprehensive accounts receivable analysis and reporting for better financial visibility.
  • Record-to-Report (R2R)

    Our R2R services ensure that financial records are accurate and timely, providing actionable insights for better decision-making. Services include:
  • General Ledger Maintenance: Ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial records through regular updates and reconciliations.
  • Month-End and Year-End Closings: Streamlined closing processes with all necessary reconciliations, journal entries, and reviews for a smooth transition.
  • Reconciliations: Regular and thorough reconciliations of balance sheets, intercompany accounts, and bank statements.
  • Regulatory Reporting: Preparation of compliant financial statements and reports adhering to relevant accounting standards (e.g., IFRS, GAAP).
  • Variance Analysis: Identifying and analyzing variances to provide deeper insights into financial performance.
  • Fixed Assets: Acquisition to Retirement

    Managing the lifecycle of fixed assets is crucial for accurate financial reporting and asset optimization. Our services cover:
  • Asset Acquisition: Comprehensive recording and tracking of asset purchases, including capitalization and depreciation criteria.
  • Asset Management: Regular updates and audits to ensure accuracy in asset registers and alignment with physical inventories.
  • Depreciation Calculation: Automated and compliant depreciation schedules that reflect asset usage and company policies.
  • Asset Transfers and Reclassifications: Seamless processes for asset transfers between departments or classifications.
  • Asset Disposal and Retirement: Proper handling of asset retirements to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.
  • Sales and Use Tax Management

    Navigating the complexities of sales and use tax regulations can be challenging. We provide:
  • Tax Calculation and Reporting: Ensuring accurate tax calculations for sales and purchases, compliant with regional and international tax laws.
  • Filing and Remittance: Timely and accurate tax filing to avoid penalties.
  • Audit Support: Comprehensive support during tax audits, including documentation and response preparation.
  • Compliance Management: Regular updates and adjustments to tax practices based on the latest regulations.
  • Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

    Our FP&A services provide the insights needed for informed strategic decisions. We handle:
  • Budgeting and Forecasting: Detailed budget preparation and rolling forecasts to align with business objectives.
  • Financial Modelling: Robust financial models to project potential outcomes and support investment decisions.
  • KPI Tracking: Monitoring key performance indicators to assess financial health and performance.
  • Management Information System (MIS) Reporting and Dashboards

    Effective MIS reporting turns data into actionable insights. Our offerings include:

    • Custom Reporting: Tailored MIS reports to meet specific managerial and operational needs.
    • Interactive Dashboards: Real-time dashboards for a snapshot view of critical financial metrics.
    • Trend Analysis: Identification and reporting of trends to support data-driven decision-making.