SAMEER KALE
@sameerkale
Finance and operations specialist optimizing AP/AR, automation, and process excellence across global shared-service environments.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I am a results-driven Finance and Operations specialist with over a decade of experience managing end-to-end AP, AR, reconciliation and financial reporting across global shared-service environments. I focus on reducing manual effort through automation, Kaizen initiatives, and UAT-driven system improvements.
At Amazon and WNS I led UAT for major system rollouts, improved First Pass Yield for invoice/payment processes, and implemented tools that cut manual work by significant margins. I consistently delivered accuracy, streamlined workflows, and produced management-ready accrual, SLA and FPY reports.
I collaborate closely with Finance, Tech and Procurement stakeholders, mentor teams, and drive continuous improvement while maintaining audit compliance and operational rigor. I am recognized multiple times for process transformation and excellence in accuracy.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
ACFinOps Specialist
Amazon Development Centre
Sep 2024 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Manage finance automation UAT/PVT and team operations to improve invoice/payment FPY and ensure data migration accuracy during Oracle upgrades; supervise task allocation and escalate operational risks to leadership.
ACSenior FinOps Analyst
Amazon Development Centre
Dec 2021 - Aug 2024 (2 years 8 months)
Served as SME for invoice/payment QC, prepared accrual/SLA/FPY reports, led ICR–OCR UAT delivering 85% automation accuracy and cut manual work by 40%, and drove root-cause fixes for SLA improvements.
ACFinOps Analyst
Amazon Development Centre
Dec 2018 - Nov 2021 (2 years 11 months)
Resolved unapplied invoices/payments with 100% fund application accuracy and led automation of credit memo processing via Creature Tool to eliminate manual uploads and improve reconciliation integrity.
WSManaged end-to-end AP/AR using Oracle and CRM, led Kaizen projects to automate CRM requests and aged balance reporting, delivering process improvements that saved one FTE and maintained 100% fund application accuracy.
Accounts Executive
Naturally Interiors Pvt. Ltd.
Jul 2012 - Dec 2013 (1 year 5 months)
Maintained daily accounting, prepared MIS reports and bank reconciliations, supported account finalization and ensured timely AR/AP reporting for compliance.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
SUShivaji University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration
2013 - 2015
Completed a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with coursework relevant to accounting and finance.
SUShivaji University
Master of Business Administration, Business Administration
2009 - 2012
Completed a Master's degree in Business Administration focusing on advanced management and finance topics.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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Skills
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