Prashant Chikkorde Email & Phone Number

Pune, Mh, In

Thane, Maharashtra, India

- Developed comprehensive application strategies aligned with business goals and initiatives, ensuring the successful design, build, and configuration of SAP FI CO Finance applications.- Led the integrated process between Exim and TRM to generate consolidated company reports, optimizing data flow and reporting efficiency.- Managed relationships with major vendors and service providers, ensuring cost-effective solutions met organizational needs.- Implemented financial processes, including Forward, Option Hedge Agreements, Letters of Credit (LC), Investments, and Deposits.- Negotiated and onboarded third-party vendors for SAP add-on solutions like GST, Exim, and VMS, driving seamless integration into existing systems.- Spearheaded the design, development, and implementation of SAP FI CO Finance applications, serving as the main client liaison for project delivery.- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather business requirements and translate them into actionable technical specifications.- Built system architecture for H2H and bank interfaces, ensuring smooth data exchange between SAP and banking systems.- Ensured the delivery of high-quality SAP solutions, adhering to project timelines and budgets while meeting client expectations.- Designed and implemented process workflows for industries like home furnishings, solar energy, and retail.- Provided technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering skill development and expertise.- Tracked project milestones, overseeing financial approvals and payments after Head of Department (HOD) confirmation.- Stayed updated on advancements in SAP FI CO Finance, integrating innovative solutions to maintain a competitive edge in the industry.

- Liaised with internal business teams, advisory partners, and external implementation partners to facilitate SAP FI Business Process implementation and support across various plants in the country.- Participated in SAP FI implementation projects, covering business requirements gathering, design, system configuration, test documentation, execution, delivery, and post-go-live support.- Led the deployment of SAP Finance module projects, providing end-to-end solutions from requirements gathering to implementation, testing, and ongoing support.- Collaborated with clients to understand their business needs and delivered tailored SAP FI solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals.- Designed and implemented SAP FI modules, including General Ledger, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Asset Accounting, and Controlling.- Conducted detailed analysis of complex business process requirements, identifying, interpreting, and documenting customer needs to provide appropriate system solutions.- Executed system configuration, data migration, and testing activities, ensuring seamless project delivery and system functionality.- Provided end-user training and support to ensure smooth adoption of SAP FI functionalities and optimized user experience.- Analyzed and streamlined financial processes, developing reporting mechanisms to enhance visibility, efficiency, and decision-making.- Collaborated with business stakeholders and key partners to ensure the successful completion of projects, meeting timelines and objectives while managing risks and integration aspects effectively.

Pune, Maharashtra, India

- Led and managed finance projects, utilizing existing methods and tools to drive successful decision-making processes.- Spearheaded various transformations to facilitate the implementation of S/4 HANA, optimizing finance operations and processes.- Instigated the implementation of New Asset Accounting in European countries, aligning with regulatory and business requirements.- Oversaw the implementation and maintenance of SAP Finance modules within Allianz, managing all project phases from requirements gathering to testing and deployment.- Ensured project alignment with business needs and compliance with company standards, delivering solutions that met organizational goals.- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams across Allianz, focusing on financial processes and reporting within the SAP system.- Gathered and analyzed business requirements from finance teams, translating them into functional specifications for SAP configuration.- Identified areas for improvement in complex financial processes through SAP implementation, ensuring optimized and efficient workflows.- Developed project scopes, including timelines and financial plans, ensuring technical feasibility and adherence to project objectives.- Measured project performance using metric systems, tools, and techniques to track progress and ensure success.- Set up and led project teams, delegating tasks to ensure successful implementation and project completion.- Completed projects with thorough documentation and handover of results to relevant stakeholders.- Served as the subject matter expert on SAP finance functionality, configuration, and integration with other SAP modules.- Managed stakeholder expectations and communication throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring transparency and alignment.

Pune Area, India

- Involved in end-to-end processes from design to deployment, delivering sustainable solutions for both small and large business requirements.- Aligned solutions with Syngenta Process GSMs and IT/SAP standards while collaborating closely with Application Support, Project Teams, Business, Digital Finance, IS teams, External technology partners, and Finance Leadership.- Held a multi-functional role, designing, driving, and rolling out solutions from requirement gathering to hypercare, covering Solution Architecture, Project Management, Change Management, and Project Delivery.- Assisted the support team with P1 & P2 issues in support systems, ensuring timely resolution.- Led project deliverables related to In-house Cash, Treasury, and P2P & R2R processes, ensuring successful implementation.- Collaborated with Syngenta's system implementation partners to ensure effective and seamless change delivery.

Eindhoven Area, Netherlands

- Configured all Accounting Global Settings & Global Parameters for financial processes.- Set up House Bank and configured the Automatic Payment Program.- Configured section codes, rates change for Withholding Tax, Group Currency, and Hard Currency.- Implemented and configured financial products such as Forwards, Options, and Collars within Treasury.- Configured input/output tax codes, Payment Terms, Tolerance Groups, Document Types, Automatic Clearing, and Number Ranges.- Gathered requirements, identified gaps, and designed solutions while managing on-site and offshore teams.- Managed project deliverables and led project management activities, liaising with clients to create opportunities for team expansion.- Led the design and implementation of SAP solutions to meet business requirements.- Oversaw SAP FI module integration to ensure seamless data flow and efficient processing of SAP Automatic Payments.- Managed SAP Accounts Receivable (AR) and SAP Accounts Payable (AP), including setup and management of Internal Orders and Credit Management.- Supported and analyzed functional area problems, determining appropriate solutions.- Led the data migration of master data (GL accounts, Asset Accounts).- Managed SEPA implementation in three European countries and handled Electronic Bank Reconciliation and related changes.- Addressed and escalated complex SAP support requests and ensured timely resolution.- Developed and maintained SAP Profitability Analysis and Product Costing processes.- Worked closely with business teams to understand requirements and implement solution enhancements.- Ensured adherence to SAP standards and best practices.- Managed the configuration and maintenance of SAP Cost Center and Profit Center Accounting.- Oversaw the implementation and maintenance of SAP Asset Management.

Manchester, United Kingdom

Project : Implementation | Client : CAPARO ENGINEERING LTD: - Noida, Utter Pradesh | Duration : March 2011 to Oct 2011Description: Full Configuration and implementation of FI and CO business process for the Manufacturing business in the Auto Componentindustry. Project : Implementation | Client: WELSPUN UK LTD: - Manchester, UK | Duration : June 2010 to March 2011Description: Full Configuration and implementation of FI and CO business process for the trading business in the Textile industryProject : Support | Client: ELECTROTHERM INDIA LTD: - Ahmedabad, Gujarat | Designation : Application Consultant FIN. Duration : February2010 to April 2010Description: Configurations and customization of FI/CO module and its functionality in SAP R/3 as per client’s business process requirements.

Clientele: (Tata Motors, TAL Manufacturing Solutions Ltd, Tata Toyo Ltd, Ganage Pressing, BHTC & Reliable)Configurations and customization of finance module and its functionality in SAP R/3 as per client’s business process requirements