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Focused and Goal-driven Chartered Accountant with strong work-ethics having expertise in Accounting and Fundamental knowledge in Market Securities and Portfolio Management looking for opportunity to work in the industry of Financial Services and Markets.
Handed matters related to Income Tax litigation and Assessment proceedings. Assisted my seniors in researching, preparing and submitting a valid and strong argument on behalf of a client before the Income Tax Appellate Tribunal. The entire addition to the income of Rs. 1.67 crores were dropped in the final order.
Other matters related to Direct Taxation viz filing of Income Tax returns, compliance with TDS provisions, effecting foreign remittances. The returns were processed without errors which enabled clients to receive refunds as and when applicable within 70-90 days of return filing.
Advised clients on financial planning and tax planning by recommending financial tax-saving instruments such as ELSS and NPS. Clients were able to enjoy additional tax benefits of Rs. 85,000 approx. while investment in ELSS ensured an ROI of around 11% p.a.
Maintained books of accounts for various clients including private companies and individuals. Automated the manual process of entering every bank entry in books of accounts by importing bank statements directly into Tally.ERP9 and posting them to relevant ledgers through BRS. This enabled us to reduce the time taken by 30-40% to generate reports and file IT returns.
Synchronized audit activities of various clients within time constraint as well as trained the junior staff.
Reinforced the strategies to carry out comprehensive audit plans & audited a diverse portfolio organization from entertainment, manufacturing and healthcare industry.
MS Excel software proficiency
● Understanding Financial Markets- Part of Investment Management Specialization:[1]
Currently taking the course by the University of Geneva on Coursera with focus on:
- The characteristics of financial markets, building an efficient portfolio, and the impact of the Central Bank’s policies on financial markets. Successfully rebalanced allocation of growth stocks in my portfolio while reducing share of non-performing stocks. Analyzed the current market trend, macro-economic factors and developments in global markets to take educated investment decisions.
● Decision-Making & Scenarios:
Currently undergoing course by the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania on Coursera with focus on:
- Using quantitative models for making better business decisions and modelling common[2] business and financial scenarios to help solve structured complex problems.
Developed valuation models and strategies to analyze and invest in Insurance sector.
● Knowledge of Portfolio Management, Fixed Income Securities, Corporate Finance and Derivatives.[3] Adequately managed the weightage of debt and equity instruments in my portfolio. Applied technical analysis to trade in derivative options with a success rate of 60%.
● Pursuing CFA Program to help me boost my knowledge and career as a finance professional.
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