Suvarna Balaji Soman
Mumbai
Summary
Experienced finance and automation professional with 11+ years in RPA, P2P, O2C, reporting, and taxation. Committed to driving process efficiency and delivering accurate solutions. Seeking to contribute to a growth-focused organization by leveraging my expertise to support strategic goals and continuous improvement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Lead
Puma Energy India Pvt Ltd
04.2024 - Current
- Team Management & Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of 7 business analysts.
- Ensuring task delegation, performance monitoring, and timely delivery of business support functions.
- Manage Multi-Country Operations: Oversee invoicing, reporting, and reconciliation for Aviation teams across 8+ countries.
- Process Optimization: Implement structured checklists and automation tools to improve accuracy and turnaround time.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Maintain effective communication with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure smooth operations.
- Issue Resolution: Address and resolve Aviation CSC queries, credit memos, and invoice discrepancies.
- Reporting & Analysis: Deliver uplift reports, NAV reconciliations, TAN DFC reporting, and proforma invoices.
- Automation Support: Contribute to dashboard creation and process automation initiatives.
- Compliance & Documentation: Ensure adherence to internal controls and maintain accurate documentation.
- Training & Development: Participate in training sessions and support team knowledge sharing.
- (presently working)
Business Analyst
Holcim Global Hub Business Services
12.2022 - 04.2024
- Spearheaded 20+ global RPA projects across finance functions.
- Gathered automation requirements, created documentation, and led UAT.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams and ensured governance compliance.
- Recognized for excellence in 5 automation initiatives.
- 1 year 3 months
Process Leader
Capita India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2019 - 11.2022
- Managed AP Helpdesk automation and led two teams.
- Oversaw daily operations, SLA adherence, and vendor reconciliations in SAP.
- Delivered reports for payment forecasting and supplier analysis.
- Awarded ‘Top Contributor’, 8 Spot Awards, and ‘Outstanding Performer’.
- 3 years
Accounts Processing Associate
Accenture Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
08.2016 - 11.2019
- Processed vendor bills, GST/TDS entries, and supported GST rollout.
- Promoted across Helpdesk, Processing, and Quality Control teams.
- Earned 10 Spot Awards for consistent performance.
- 3 years & 3 months
Education
Bachelors in commerce - Accounting & Finance
JOSHI-BEDEKAR COLLEGE
01.2014
H.S.C. - undefined
JOSHI-BEDEKAR COLLEGE
01.2010
S.S.C. - undefined
SAU. A.K. JOSHI ENG. MED. SCHOOL
01.2008
Skills
- Technical Skills
- Robotic Process Automation (RPA): Proficient in UiPath Academy platforms, process mapping, and automation design
- Productivity Tools: Skilled in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Google Workspace (Sheets, Drive, Docs)
- Project Management Tools: Familiar with JIRA and other collaboration platforms
- Accounting & Taxation: Strong knowledge of Indian & UK Accounting Standards, GST, TDS, VAT, and Service Tax
- Reporting & Analysis: Experienced in preparing financial reports, payment forecasts, and supplier analytics
- ERP Systems: Extensive experience with SAP (8 years) and Tally ERP 90
- Soft Skills
- Leadership & Team Management: 5 years of experience leading teams and managing cross-functional processes
- Stakeholder Engagement: Effective communication and coordination with global stakeholders and internal teams
- Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on process optimization and automation benefits
- Collaboration & Interpersonal Skills: Excellent team player with a proactive approach to knowledge sharing and support
- Adaptability & Learning: Quick learner with a keen interest in emerging technologies and continuous improvement
- Time Management & Organization: Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines efficiently
Personal Profile
- Name: Suvarna Balaji Soman
- Date of Birth: 12 February 1992
- Gender: Female
- Marital Status: Married
- Nationality: Indian
- Phone: +91 81084 69507
- Email: suvarnasoman.ss@gmail.com
Accomplishments
- Holcim Global Hub Business Services
- Successfully led and delivered 20+ automation projects across PTP, HTR, and RTR domains.
- Received stakeholder appreciation for 5 key projects due to efficient execution and handover.
- Contributed to an HTR project that was awarded 3rd Best Project at Holcim European Business Services.
- Capita India Pvt. Ltd.
- Spearheaded the end-to-end automation of the AP Helpdesk process.
- Promoted to Process Leader within 1.6 years through the Internal Growth Program (IGP).
- Managed two teams and processes simultaneously with consistent performance.
- Awarded ‘Top Contributor’ (April 2022) and received 8 Spot Awards in FY 2021.
- Recognized as ‘Outstanding Performer’ for the financial year 2020.
- Accenture Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
- Earned 10 Spot Awards between 2017 and 2019 for consistent performance.
- Progressed through multiple roles: Helpdesk → Processing → Quality Checking.
- Played a key role in GST rollout and process adaptation during regulatory changes in India.
Timeline
Team Lead
Puma Energy India Pvt Ltd
04.2024 - Current
Business Analyst
Holcim Global Hub Business Services
12.2022 - 04.2024
Process Leader
Capita India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2019 - 11.2022
Accounts Processing Associate
Accenture Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
08.2016 - 11.2019
H.S.C. - undefined
JOSHI-BEDEKAR COLLEGE
S.S.C. - undefined
SAU. A.K. JOSHI ENG. MED. SCHOOL
Bachelors in commerce - Accounting & Finance
JOSHI-BEDEKAR COLLEGE