Akshatha
Bangalore
Summary
Experienced and enthusiastic finance expert holding a CA Intermediate qualification who has over 7 years of dedicated experience in delivering exceptional customer service across wide range of industries. Possesses exceptional interpersonal, problem-solving and analytical skills to provide advice and expertise to client organizations improving business performance. Experienced in all aspects of operations, strategy and finance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
IND Consultant I - Financial Reporting
Aon Consulting Pvt Ltd
12.2023 - Current
- Record to report function, including preparation and analysis of financial statements of captive insurance companies
- Regular Interaction with domicile team to timely collect the appropriate information/inputs and perform general and technical accounting
- Support for ad hoc queries, audit assistance, AGM meeting materials preparation and other additional work requests.
Freelancer as Accounting and Tax Advisor
Iuris Global Advisors LLP
03.2022 - 11.2023
- Prepared tax returns for clients in various industries according to government regulations and requirements
- Assisted clients in resolving tax disputes and representing them during tax assessments or audits
- Researched tax implications for various deductions and credits
- Managed end-to-end GST compliance, Prepared and filed monthly, quarterly, and annual GST returns for businesses of varying sizes
- Communicated with clients regarding tax situations, providing guidance on financial decisions
- Researched complex tax issues utilizing online resources and professional tax software
- Analyzed financial information and made proactive adjustments
- Used accounting software to prepare weekly and monthly financial reports
- Analyzed financial discrepancies and provided solutions for accurate financial records
- Coordinated with external auditors to resolve discrepancies
- Completed financial reports, providing insight into performance, operations, and cash flow.
Accounting Specialist - Level 2
Consero Solutions India Private Ltd
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Perform the day-to-day processing of accounts payable transactions for Multi-Currency & Multi-Entities
- Well versed knowledge of Bill.com and Intacct applications
- Payment applications to open invoices as per bank statements and handled payment complaints or discrepancies
- Reconciled vendor statements to ensure accounts are up to date
- Verify that transactions comply with financial policies and procedures
- Review and process employee expense claims, corporate credit card spend and enforce compliance with company policy
- Able to work independently as much as in a team; highly meticulous and organized.
Assurance Consultant
E&Y GDS
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Associated as a Client serving contractor in Wealth and Asset Management team
- Calculation of Net Asset Values (NAVs): I have adeptly performed the intricate calculations necessary for determining the Net Asset Values of funds
- Review of Financials and Auditing: contributed to the comprehensive review of financial statements
- I have also been involved in auditing processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards
- Materiality Assessment: This process has involved critical analysis to identify significant data points that contribute to the overall financial picture
- Interest and Commission statements: This involved gathering and analyzing data related to interest accruals and commission earnings, and then presenting this information in a clear and organized manner.
Articled Assistant
KPK Associates
09.2015 - 09.2018
- Worked under the guidance of CA Padmanabha Kanchan, Brahmavar
- The clients handled include from various industries such as Manufacturing, Service and Banking
- Proficiently managed and executed end-to-end financial reporting processes, contributing to accurate and transparent presentation of company's financial performance
- Statutory Audit of Companies, Partnership & Individuals
- Led seamless E-filing of diverse tax returns, maintaining compliance with ever-evolving tax laws and regulations
- Skillfully managed Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) processes and meticulously calculated advance tax liability, contributing to efficient and precise tax planning and payment.
Education
CA Intermediate -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
01.2019
Bachelor of Commerce -
Mangalore University
06.2015
Class XII -
Department of Pre-University Education Board
06.2012
Class X -
Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board
05.2009
Skills
- Detailed Financial Reporting
- Strategic Tax Planning
- Software Skills Mastery
- Leadership Abilities
- Dynamic Problem-Solving
- Clear Financial Communication
- Efficient Task Management and Multitasking
- Client Relationship Management
- Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
- Awarded with 2 Spot Awards in span of 1 year in Consero Global Solutions
- Participated in various Study Circle Meets, Conferences, National Conclaves/Conventions conducted by the ICAI.
- Group leader of NSS squad during the school days.
- Participated in various State level Basketball tournaments.
Languages Known
English
Hindi
Kannada
Tulu
Additional Information
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/akshatha-dattaraja-37091b1b1
Timeline
IND Consultant I - Financial Reporting
Aon Consulting Pvt Ltd
12.2023 - Current
Freelancer as Accounting and Tax Advisor
Iuris Global Advisors LLP
03.2022 - 11.2023
Accounting Specialist - Level 2
Consero Solutions India Private Ltd
09.2020 - 03.2022
Assurance Consultant
E&Y GDS
12.2019 - 03.2020
Articled Assistant
KPK Associates
09.2015 - 09.2018
CA Intermediate -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Bachelor of Commerce -
Mangalore University
Class XII -
Department of Pre-University Education Board
Class X -
Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board
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