Project Accounting

Mamidwar

SAP FI/CO/Vertex/BPC/ECCS/SEM Principal Consultant 7380, Parkridge Blvd,

Education: M. Com, C. A. Irving, TX- 75063

SAP Certified E-mail: *********.******@*****.***

Contact No.: 214-***-****

Experience SummaryWorked on various SAP projects as Senior Consultant/Team Lead/Project Manager16+ Yrs of experience, of which 13+ Yrs in SAP FI/CO, Vertex, BPC, ECCS, SEM and 3 Years in Finance, Accounting & Audit.Worked on 19 projects encompassing 9 Full Life Cycle Implementations, Multiple Upgrades, Rollouts, Acquisitions, Joint Venture & Merger projects.Implemented all the modules in FI/CO which include General Ledger Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Bank Accounting, Fixed Assets Accounting, Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Internal Orders, Product Costing & Profitability Analysis (CO-PA).Implemented three projects using SAP latest Version ECC 6.0. Successfully implemented New GL Accounting for three of the above mentioned projects. Proficient in ASAP methodologies and GAP analysisExpertise on mapping ‘AS IS’ processes to ‘TO BE’ design document, and configuration of ‘To Be’ process in SAP.Expertise on Integration with other modules CO, MM, SD, PP & HR(Payroll)Extensive experience on preparation of Functional Specifications for ABAP Reports DevelopmentsDesigned & implemented User Exits, applied OSS Notes as per requirements & worked on Solution ManagerExpertise on Development of reports using Report PainterProficient in Data Transition from legacy system to SAP system (Master Data as well as Transactional Data). Have expertise in creation of upload programs using LSMW.Extensive experience on requirements gathering, business blueprinting, process designing and prototyping, configurations, testing, end user training & defining support proceduresSubstantial experience on replying to RFPs, presentation to the prospective clients, creation of demos in the SAP system, etc.Have strong Organizational, Analytical and Management skills & ability to execute complex implementation project in the best possible way.

SAP Knowledge & Experience ( FI/CO/BW/SEM )

Knowledge:

Financial Accounting: General Ledger Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Bank Accounting & Asset Accounting.

Controlling: Cost Element Accounting, Cost Centre Accounting, Internal Orders, Product Cost Controlling, Profit Centre Accounting & Profitability Analysis.

SEM: Business Planning and Simulation (BPS), & Corporate Performance Monitor (CPM)

BW: Data Modeling and reporting using Query Designer

Consolidations & Others: ECCS, BPC, Vertex

Education

C. A. (equivalent to CPA) from Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, New Delhi

Masters in Commerce from University of Pune

Bachelors in Commerce from University of Pune

Certifications:

SAP Certified from SAP AG

Certified Member with National Stock Exchange

Certification Course in Communication Skills

Educational Achievements

Merit Rank holder in C. A.

Topper in College in Graduation

Best Performance Award Winner in Communication Skills Program

Professional Experience

Pre-sales Activities

Presentations to the client on various SAP financial solutionsFinancial Requirements AnalysisRecommendations to clients on best fit solutions

Projects:

Project 1: Confidential (Implementation)

March 2012 – Oct 2012

Role: FI/CO Lead Consultant

Major tasks performed:Designing of Organizational Structure for CopartImplementation of Settlement ProcessPayment program with various payment scenariosIntegrations with MM, SD, PM, CRMWorkflow for notification based on status changes

Project 2: Confidential, USA (Implementation of Refurbishment Process )

Feb 2012 – Mar 2012

Role: FI/CO Lead Consultant

Major tasks performed:Implementation of Product Costing for Refurbishment Process

Project 3: Confidential, LA, USA (Merger/Support )

August 2011 – Jan 2012

Role: FI/CO Lead Consultant

Major tasks performed:Lead FI/CO teamWorked on merger project with QwestRedesigning of organizational unitsImplementation of Business AreasImplementation of Profit Center AccountingSetting-up of data structure for planning & consolidation of accounts

Project 4: Confidential, USA (Implementation/Support )

October 2010 – July 2011

Role: FI/CO/ECCS/BPC Principal Consultant

Major tasks performed:Lead FI/CO, ECCS, BW teamConversion of Classical GL to new GL AccountingImplementation of new GL functionalities such as Document Splitting, Parallel Ledger and Segment ReportingImplementation of SAP for the newly acquired businessBPC Production Support(Planning)Implementation of Sales/Purchase Taxes for Canadian Company CodeImplementation of Withholding Taxes

Project 5: Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Co., AL, USA (Production Support )

June 2010 – Sept 2010

Role: FI/CO Lead Consultant

Responsibilities: Lead FI/CO, BW, SEM support team

Major tasks performed:Defined new process for creation of Functional SpecificationsMade system changes for calculation of correct WIPPresentation on introduction of new functionalities-BW IntroductionDesigned new process to communicate with the business teamDesigned new reports to analyze Material Price VariancesModified month-end close process as per the requirementHelped with modification of Automatic Account Determinations

Project 6: Motorola Inc. NY, USA ( Merger with Symbol Technology)

Nov 2009 – May 2010

Role: FI/CO Lead Consultant

Responsibilities: Enhancements in Symbol’s SAP system to merge all the symbol entities with Motorola & lead SAP Support Team

Enhancements include:Re-organization of Company CodesUpdating of Company Code MastersReorganization of Banking Set-upInterface between Symbol’s system with MotorolaChanges in correspondence Forms such as FI Invoices, Debit Notes/Credit Notes, Sales Invoices, Customer StatementsNew Costing Methodology to have Symbol’s costing system in uniformity with Motorola(Material-only Costing)Implementation of Electronic Bank Reconciliation Statement

Project 7: VIP Consulting, TX, USA ( Pre-sales Activities)

July 2009 – Sept 2009

Role: FI/CO Senior Consultant

Responsibilities:

Creation of proposal for SAP system upgrade to ECC6.0 & conversion of Classical GL Accounting to New GL Accounting

Implementation of New GL Accounting includeDocument Splitting Functionality to have online Balance Sheet

Project 8: MillerCoors LLC, CO, USA ( Miller & Coors Joint Venture project )

May 2008 – June 2009

Version: ECC 6.0

Role: FI/CO Senior Consultant

MillerCoors LLC is a joint venture between SABMiller plc and Molson Coors Brewing Company for the US and Puerto Rico operations of their respective subsidiaries, Miller and Coors.

SABMiller plc is one of the world’s largest brewers with brewing interests or distribution agreements in over 60 countries across six continents. The group’s brands include premium international beers such as Miller Genuine Draft, Peroni Nastro Azzurro and Pilsner Urquell, as well as an exceptional range of market leading local brands. Outside the USA, SABMiller plc is also one of the largest bottlers of Coca-Cola products in the world.

Molson Coors is one of the world's leading brewers. It brews, markets and sells a portfolio of premium quality brands such as Coors Light, Molson Canadian, Molson Dry, Carling, Keystone Light etc.

Responsibilities:

Enhancements in SAP system to address the Joint Venture Requirements of Miller & Coors

Responsibilities in Financial Accounting & Controlling include System Design & Implementation of General Ledger Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Bank Accounting, Fixed Assets Management, Cost Center Accounting & Profit Center Accounting which were aimed at creating a system for Joint Venture Accounting and reporting for the Joint Venture business of Miller & Coors.

Enhancements include Creation of System Design Document for the MillerCoors Joint VentureResources Planning & Activities AllocationSystem Split for Joint Venture & Coors’s Retained Business. Implementation of Functional Areas to identify separately Variable, Fixed & G&A costs.Changes in third part Interfaces. Separation of Operating Concern, Controlling Areas, Company Codes, Profit Centers & Cost Centers.Separation of Batch Jobs for joint venture & retained business.Creation of separate Chart of Accounts. Creation/change in inter-company & affiliate Vendors/Customers.Integration with other SAP modules MM, SD, PP & HR(Payroll-Assignment of Wage Type/Symbolic Accounts/GL Accounts)Change in Receivable collection procedure & Vendor Payment Procedure.Separation of funds between joint venture business & the Coors retained business. Revaluation of Fixed Assets for Joint Venture.Usage of Derived Depreciation Area to calculate difference between valuations as per GAAP & IFRS.Changes in Cost Center & Profit Center Hierarchies to address the separation of business & business expansion plans. Change in Fiscal Year Variant to change the Fiscal Periods from 5-4-4 to Calendar Months to bring it at par with Miller.Creation of new reporting structure for the Joint Venture Business.Creation of additional Substitution & Validation Rules. Modification in the Account Determination procedure for Materials Management. Modification in the Account Determination procedure for Sales & Distribution.Update of settings for Foreign Exchange Revaluations as per the requirements.Addressed issues relating to inter-company movement of goods between Miller & Coors.

Project 9: RSR Corporation, TX, USA ( Implementation )

February 2008 – May 2008

Version: ECC 6.0

Role: FI/CO Senior Consultant

RSR represents the stateside operations of privately owned holding company Quexco, which also owns UK battery recycler Eco-Bat Technologies. RSR recycles scrapped lead-acid batteries and other lead-bearing materials into refined lead and calcium and antimonial lead alloys.

Responsibilities:

Implementation of Fixed Assets Management, Controlling & support on FI Module

Configuration of Fixed Assets, which include creation/change ofDepreciation Keys for book depreciations, tax depreciations, Account Determination, Settings for transfer of costs to controlling Settings for Assets under Construction Creation of Allocation Structure & Settlement Profiles Upload of legacy data to SAP system.

Responsibilities in Controlling include, Implementation of Internal Orders &

Other responsibilities in Financial Accounting include configuration/changes in FI/CO user training

Other responsibilities in Controlling include, configuration/changes in

Project 10&11: Gremada Industries, & Tomotherapy, USA

November 2007 – January 2008

Version: 4.6 C

Role: FI/CO Team Lead

Gremada Industries, Inc. has been a leader in the processes of remanufacturing critical metal parts and components since 1955. They use today's most advanced technologies, along with time-proven processes and engineering principles to give new life to highly valued, highly used, damaged and hard-to-replace parts and components.

Responsibilities:

Re-structuring of Controlling Organizational Units & Period End Closing Activities

Restructuring of Controlling Organizational units which includes Creation of Profit Center GroupsProfit Centers Creation of Cost Center Groups Master data changes in Material Masters, Work Centers & Fixed Assets

Period and Year end Closing Activities for General Ledger Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets Accounting, Cost Center Accounting, Profit Center Accounting, Internal Order, Product costing & CO-PA in CO module.

Project 12: Mentor Graphics, OR, USA

October- November 2007

Version: 4.6 C

Role: FI/CO Senior Consultant

Mentor Graphics is a technology leader in electronic design automation (EDA), providing software and hardware design solutions that enable companies to develop better electronic products faster and more cost-effectively.

Responsibilities:

Product Costing

Implementation of Product Cost Accounting module, designing of Cost Component Structure & Costing Sheet, creation of overhead keys & overhead groups, Material Ledger etc

Cost Object Controlling

Settings for integration with controlling module, Creation of Costing Variants, Valuation Variants, settings for handling WIP, Variance Postings, overhead calculation & Order settlement.

Setting of defaults Costing Variants for Order Types

Project 13: Cumberland Swan (Support), TN, USA

June – August 2007

Version: 4.6 C

Role: FI/CO Team Lead

PROJECT 14: TTK Prestige Ltd., ( ECC 6.0 Full Life Cycle Implementation )

TTK Prestige Ltd. operates in the Kitchen Appliances segment with a wide range of product categories which consists of Pressure Cookers, Non-stick cookware, Gas stoves, and domestic kitchen appliances. The key product category of the company is Pressure Cookers. Company’s brand Prestige has been declared as the Super Brand in the kitchen appliances category by the world renowned evaluation agency Superbrands .

Project 15: PHILIPS SEMI-CONDUCTORS, THE NETHERLANDS (Support)

Sept 2005 – Aug 2006

Version: 4.7

Project 16: LINCOLN HELIOS ( I ) LTD. ( Full Life Cycle Implementation )

May 2004 – Aug 2005

Version: 4.7

Project 17: Synergic Info Solutions

Role: SAP FI/CO Consultant

Training (Feb 2002 – April 2004)

Version: 4.6 C

Project 18: Messung Systems Ltd (Support)

April 2001 – Jan 2002

Project 19: PREMIER AUTOMOBILES (Full Life Cycle Implementation )

Nov 1999 – Mar 2001

Audits

-Ganage Pressings Ltd. ( Statutory Audit )

-Ajay Metachem Ltd. (Internal Audit.)

-Intervalve Ltd. (Poonawala Group ) (System Audit )

-Divgi Metalwares (P) Ltd. ( Statutory Audit )

-Kayparts Limited ( Statutory Audit & Finalization of Accounts )

-Fleedguard Filters Ltd. (Income Tax Appeal Matters )

-Bank of India, Union Bank of India, Alahabad Bank, Home Finance Ltd. ( Statutory, Internal & Concurrent Bank Audit )

-Various Sole Proprietary Concerns, Private Ltd. and Deemed Public Ltd. companies’ finalization of accounts and taxation matters with complete responsibility.

Appointed as Audit Manager where 30 articles were doing articleship.

Computer Knowledge

Office Applications

MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Project & Visio

Languages known

English, Hindi & Marathi

Contact Information

Correspondence Address

7380 Parkridge Blvd, Apt. 166, Irving, TX-75063

USA

Mamidwar

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