Mohammed Ali
Financial Accountant
About
CIMA Part Qualified professional with strong expertise in management accounting, financial reporting, and strategic finance. Experienced in accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, procurement, and supply chain operations across multinational and regional firms. Proficient in various accounting tools such as SAP FICO, Accurate, QuickBooks, Tally ERP, and Workday.
Skills & Expertise (5)
Work Experience
Accounts Payable & Vendor Management – Financial Operations Team
ACCENTURE INDIA – (Client: Virgin Media, British Telecom, Sky – UK Region)
September-2023 - December-2024
Managed Accounts Payable functions for major telecom clients, ensuring timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments. Coordinated with vendors to resolve payment issues, track outstanding invoices, and maintain up-to-date vendor records. Played a key role in the three-way matching process, ensuring that invoices, purchase orders, and receipts were aligned and discrepancies were addressed promptly. Assisted with the preparation of financial reports related to vendor payments, AP aging, and cash flow analysis for client-side stakeholders. Provided financial insights on the impact of vendor payments and cost management, supporting strategic decision-making regarding supplier relationships and contract negotiations.
General Accountant/ Accounts Payable/Receivable Analyst – Investment Banking Support
MPHASIS – INDIA (Client: Charles Schwab – U.S. Investment Banking Division)
September-2022 - April-2024
Managed accounts payable and receivable transactions, reconciliations, and depository records to ensure accuracy and compliance. Processed client payments, monitored outstanding balances, and supported month-end closing activities. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve client inquiries, improving service quality and operational efficiency. Strengthened skills in reconciliation, compliance, and reporting while supporting high-profile investment banking operations.
Finance Intern
A-THON – INDIA (Startup)
July-2019 - January-2020
Gained hands-on experience in setting up foundational financial processes within a fast-growing startup environment. Assisted in managing company accounts, processing invoices, and recording financial transactions from the ground up. Performed daily bank reconciliations, supported expense tracking, and contributed to building the firm’s early-stage accounting systems. Collaborated directly with founders and finance leads, gaining insight into startup budgeting, compliance, and operational finance.
Financial Accountant
CESMEA – UAE (Distribution Firm)
January-2025 - Present
Manage end-to-end Accounts Payable (AP) processes including invoice verification, three-way matching, payment execution, and vendor communication. Oversee Accounts Receivable (AR) activities such as customer invoicing, collections, and aging reports to ensure timely cash flow. Coordinate with suppliers to optimize Supply Chain and maintain strong vendor relationships. Support financial reporting and compliance during monthly closes, ensuring accuracy and adherence to controls. Drive improvements in Financial Operations to enhance process efficiency and accuracy.
Education
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) Professional Qualification
In Progress - N/A · India
Bachelor of Finance and Accountancy – Professional
2019 - 2021 · India
12th Grade – Commerce
2017 - 2019 · India
Certifications
Operational Level – In Progress
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) · N/A
Cleared Foundation Level and currently pursuing Operational Level certification.
