Sanjay Vijayakumar
Deputy Manager, Ap (Global Tooling, Emerging Markets, Compliance & Process Optimization) @Ford Motor Company
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WORK HISTORY
Deputy Manager, Ap (Global Tooling, Emerging Markets, Compliance & Process Optimization) @Ford Motor Company
Chennai, IN
Spearheaded end-to-end AP operations for tooling and Non-PO payments, ensuring compliance, accurate processing of complex tooling invoices with corporate and local regulations, and timely disbursements to global suppliers- Owned monthly accounting, close activities, and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and audit readiness- Led Escheatment and unclaimed property recovery initiatives, reclaiming over $2.5 million while ensuring full regulatory compliance- Partnered cross-functionally with Procurement, Engineering and Supply chain teams to optimize cost, delivering a 30% cost reduction over two years- Designed, Implemented and Monitored AP performance dashboards and KPIs, enabling data-driven decision-making, cycle time reduction, and improved customer satisfaction- Independently led recovery of ~2 million in long-aged credits by collaborating with Suppliers, Purchasing, and Tax teams, strengthening Balance sheet accuracy and governance- Performed General ledger and Sub ledger reconciliations, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance with SOX and internal control requirements- Mentored a 10+ member of AP team, driving 30% boost in productivity through coaching, capability building, and accountability- Conducted performance evaluations, provided career guidance, identified training needs, and supported succession planning in alignment with enterprise talent practices- Played a key role in new market SAP rollouts, aligning invoice-to-pay process standards and controls for smooth go-live transitions.
EDUCATION
Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta
Post Graduate in Global Business Management, International/Global Studies
Bharathiyar University
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Accounting and Finance
ABOUT SANJAY VIJAYAKUMAR
As a Financial Officer at Ford Motor Company, I bring over 16 years of invaluable experience in the dynamic automotive industry. With a Post Graduate Diploma in Global Business Management from the prestigious Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta, I\'ve honed my skills to excel in financial and management reporting and analysis, planning, budgeting, and forecasting.In my current role, I orchestrate financial insights as I craft and manage dashboard reports, dissect key performance indicators, and analyze metrics, leveraging my expertise in tools like SAP S/4 HANA and Power Bi. My knowledge extends across Ford\'s Global Business Units, including the US, Europe, and Asia Pacific Middle East Africa, where I\'ve had the privilege to navigate the complexities of US GAAP and European tax regulations. My commitment to excellence is unwavering, ensuring full compliance with internal and S-Ox controls.My mission at Ford is clear: to be the catalyst behind the company\'s growth and performance by delivering precise, timely, and illuminating financial information and analysis. Let\'s connect and collaborate to drive success in this ever-evolving industry.
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