Rafma T.

Experience

1. Director of Accounting & Finance Operations

   Gatik

   Nov 2022 — Present · Mountain View, CA, US

   Spearheaded the implementation of NetSuite ERP (Admin) as the company’s first Controller (promoted to Director of Accounting & Finance Operations), redesigning the chart of accounts and departmental structure to align with operational growth-Built historical truck data and implemented lease schedules via NetSuite’s Fixed Asset Management (FAM) module-Collaborated with Procurement to establish inventory management processes, optimizing asset utilization across multiple fleet locations-Streamlined P2P processes using system-driven purchase requisition, purchase orders, and 3-way matching principles to improve efficiency-Integrated a third-party OCR (Zone) for seamless AP bill visibility and approval workflows within NetSuite-Managed customer contract reviews and AR invoicing, addressing a 4-5 month backlog at month-end-Partnered with HR to streamline payroll processing and improve employee onboarding workflows-Negotiated cost reductions with high-value vendors, driving significant savings and cost control-Established robust internal controls and policies to safeguard company assets and ensure financial compliance-Led a team of 4 accounting and finance professionals, fostering a high-performance culture through mentorship and collaboration-Managed monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring GAAP compliance and adherence to internal controls-Reduced monthly closing by 30%, enhancing operational efficiency-Collaborated with auditors, legal teams, and tax advisors to ensure federal and state regulations compliance.• Implemented financial systems and tools, enhancing financial analysis and reporting accuracy for better decision-making.• Provided actionable insights to the C-suite on financial performance, capital expenditures, and liquidity management.• Implemented financial policies and procedures, reducing errors and enhancing operational accuracy.