Profile Summary
• Accounting Professional with success in developing & implementing systems & processes for accounting & financial management
• Prepared and presented weekly and monthly management reports on cost & benefit analysis, productivity analysis, inventory turnover analysis and cost variance analysis; recognized for promoting successful governance & change which improved operational productivity & cost savings
• Automated and integrated financial information systems, directed preparation of financial forecasts with coordinated budget projections; managed all aspects of accounting and book-keeping in fast-paced environment; administered accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledgers, reconciliation, and financial reporting and analysis
• Skilled in processing, maintaining, and reconciling books of accounts and financial statements in compliance with standard accounting regulations; reviewed General Ledgers at month-end for accuracy and reasonableness
• Summarized current financial status by collecting information; prepared the balance sheet, profit and loss statement, and other reports
• Ensured matching of invoices, debit/credit notes, delivery notes, purchase orders, goods receipt notes, vouchers and other related documents before creating any accounting entries
• Evaluated data findings to communicate findings in a clear, structured manner; developing cordial relations with stakeholders and rendering guidance; supervised the annual audit and coordinated audit schedules
• Managed the processing, distribution, accuracy verification and maintenance of invoices, interfacing extensively with a nationwide network of vendors and suppliers
• Efficient communicator & team player with excellent knowledge of MS Office Suite(Word, Excel & PowerPoint) & Tally ERP 9
Organizational Experience
Jan’11-Present
Al Sumri Trad & Cont Est, Muscat, Oman as Accounting Manager
Key Result Areas:
• Preparing and explaining weekly profit & loss projections; establishing product line profit & loss statements to identify opportunities and risks
• Leading top-performing team of staff members with focus on streamlining end-to-end operations; managing entire accounting and financial functions from general ledger, bank reconciliation, financial audit, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll management to VAT returns filing
• Analyzing/examining financial data and formulating accurate reports to optimize decision-making process. Supervise accounting transactions with focus on resolving all delinquencies, disputes, and discrepancies; working with the Finance Controller in the preparation of annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and strategic plans
• Processing of invoices and submission of tenders in SAP
• Assisting & supporting annual financial audit process by preparing trial balance and coordinating with auditors for audit report, and managing the submission to Ministry of Finance; collaborating with suppliers & clients for reviewing price
• Administering & managing wide-range of functions, including leasing process management, quotation preparation, and client contracts development; preparing operational reports, administering analytics and management reporting
• Evaluating qualitative data identifying key themes in line with objectives and assisting in the writing of reports; building and maintaining business relations with Banks, Government Institutions, Lawyers, Leasing, and Insurance Companies
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and proactively addressing queries raised by Ministry of Finance related to tax assessment; improving integrity of financial statements through bank reconciliation
• Maintaining balance between accounts payable and receivable by formulating debtors and creditors ageing report; managing petty cash on a daily basis
• Corroborating timely & accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, gratuity & leave settlements
• Undertaking Balance Sheet Flux Analysis; analyzing quarterly fluctuations in Balance Sheet Accounts; conducting root cause analysis of accounts having major fluctuations on a quarterly basis; creating & maintaining accurate database by updating client’s invoices in their
respective portals
• Optimizing decision-making process by drafting & submitting IN Country Value Reports; reviewing check requests and supporting documentation for accuracy; issuing LPO’s(Local Purchase Order)
• Managing expectations regarding the depth of analysis contained within deliverables and on the timeliness of deliverables; documenting and maintaining reports related to cash flow and presenting them to regulatory authorities
2009-2010
Bajaj Auto Finance Limited, Bengaluru, Karnataka as Senior Executive (Risk & Collections)
Highlights:
• Led cross-functional team of collection agency executives; streamlined end-to-end operations with focus on improving service delivery; managed personal loan, consumer durability, and personal computer collection for Bengaluru branch
• Developed and sustained goal-oriented environment by setting targets for the agencies; improved billing process of collection agencies by rolling-out best practices
2008-2009
Process Services (India) Private Limited, Bengaluru, Karnataka as Team Leader
Client: ICICI Bank Limited
Highlights:
• Spearheaded top performing team of 25 members; increased & sustained staff performance by setting targets & motivating team members to achieve & attain monthly collection objectives
• Accomplished all significant challenges associated with management of two-wheeler loan collection for Bengaluru branch
• Leveraged strong analytical capabilities and rich industry exposure to analyze the performances of external collection agencies through periodical review