Abdul Gafaur
Chandigarh
Summary
Dynamic finance professional with extensive experience at Escalon Business Services, excelling in accounts payable management and comprehensive financial analysis. Proven track record in client onboarding and vendor relations, leveraging QuickBooks and leadership skills to enhance operational efficiency and client satisfaction across diverse portfolios.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ASSISTANT MANAGER
ESCALON BUSINESS SERVICES
Mohali
02.2024 - Current
- Provided financial leadership for diverse client portfolio, managing over 30 clients globally.
- Oversaw a team of 15 employees, addressing client queries and ensuring timely communication.
- Finalized tax packages for annual filings, including 1099s and state compliance across multiple regions.
- Managed fixed asset close activities, ensuring accurate depreciation and reconciliations.
- Partnered with auditors during fixed asset audits, effectively addressing findings.
- Developed standardized asset registers and reporting templates for management use.
- Served as Point of Contact for client onboarding, from setup to delivery of financial statements.
- Oversaw Accounts Payable function for major clients, coordinating payments across three countries.
ASSISTANT TEAM LEAD
ESCALON BUSINESS SERVICES
Mohali
05.2021 - 01.2024
- Delivered end-to-end financial operations management for over 20+ clients, including Coalition Inc., Cohere life, and Coralogix Inc..
- Managed accounts receivable, payables, and month-end reconciliation processes independently, consistently meeting deadlines.
- Facilitated tax filing and compliance processes, including state filings and 1099 preparation.
- Led and mentored multiple teams, ensuring high productivity and client satisfaction while addressing team queries and providing timely solutions.
ASSISTANT MANAGER - FINANCE & ACCOUNTS
KARE PARTNERS GROUP INDIA PVT LTD
Chandigarh
02.2017 - 05.2021
- Managed accounts receivable processes, revenue recognition, and performed bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.
- Assisted in audit preparation and completion with one of the Big 4 firms - KPMG.
- Delivered monthly financial analysis and maintained books of accounts, ensuring efficient operations and compliance.
ACCOUNTS & AUDIT ASSOCIATE
MS CHAMBYAL & ASSOCIATES
Chandigarh
07.2015 - 01.2017
- Conducted bank audits with a focus on NPA classification, provisioning, and compliance checks.
- Reviewed financial documentation and reports to strengthen internal control procedures.
- Book keeping of multiple firms and ensured compliance with TDS and Sales Tax regulations by preparing necessary filings and reports.
AUDIT ASSISTANT
MS RAJESH JINDAL AND ASSOCIATES
Chandigarh
06.2014 - 07.2015
- Performed statutory audits for educational institutions, ensuring all financial records were accurate and compliant with regulations.
- Assisted in preparing income tax returns and handled bookkeeping and sales tax filings.
Education
MBA - Finance
University Business School
06.2019
Masters in Finance & Control -
Panjab University
05.2014
Bachelor of Commerce -
Panjab University
05.2011
Skills
- Comprehensive financial analysis
- Accounts payable management
- Financial strategy development
- US tax documentation preparation
- Audit preparation expertise
- QuickBooks
- NetSuite
- Expensify
- Billcom
- MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Leadership & Team Management
- Vendor & Client Relations
- Adaptability & Fast Learning
- Client Onboarding
- Client Communication
- Proficient in Asana and Mondaycom for project management
Certification
- Certified in Software: QBO, Expensify, Bill.com
- Specialized Training: US tax compliance and filings (1099, Delaware filings, Tax package preparations)
- Shining Star Employee: Escalon R&R Ceremony (2022)
- Best Performer Employee: Escalon R&R Ceremony (2023)
- Special Award for Performance: Escalon R&R Ceremony (2024)
Skills
Financial Reporting & Analysis, Accounts Payable & Receivable, Financial Planning & Strategy, Tax Data Preparation (US), GST & TDS Regulations, Financial Compliance & Audit Preparation, QuickBooks, NetSuite, Expensify, Bill.com, MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), Leadership & Team Management, Vendor & Client Relations, Adaptability & Fast Learning, Client Onboarding, Client Communication, Project Management
Affiliations
- Cricket Player - Represented Escalon as Captain in corporate tournaments.
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Punjabi
Elementary (A2)
A2
Timeline
ASSISTANT MANAGER
ESCALON BUSINESS SERVICES
02.2024 - Current
ASSISTANT TEAM LEAD
ESCALON BUSINESS SERVICES
05.2021 - 01.2024
ASSISTANT MANAGER - FINANCE & ACCOUNTS
KARE PARTNERS GROUP INDIA PVT LTD
02.2017 - 05.2021
ACCOUNTS & AUDIT ASSOCIATE
MS CHAMBYAL & ASSOCIATES
07.2015 - 01.2017
AUDIT ASSISTANT
MS RAJESH JINDAL AND ASSOCIATES
06.2014 - 07.2015
MBA - Finance
University Business School
Masters in Finance & Control -
Panjab University
Bachelor of Commerce -
Panjab University