Biju Jacob
Banagalore
Summary
Structured Accounting Manager driven to go above and beyond to exceed corporate goals and lead teams to meet objectives. Adept in team training and development, highlighted over 28 years of management experience within accounting field.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Manager
Exa Thermometrics India Pvt.Ltd ( Amphenol Sensors)
Banagalore
2014.01 - Current
- Developed and implemented financial policies and procedures to ensure accurate accounting records.
- Reviewed and approved monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
- Managed the accounts payable and receivable processes ensuring timely payments of invoices.
- Monitored compliance with government regulations regarding taxes, insurance coverage.
- Coordinated external audit activities by providing necessary information to auditors in a timely manner.
- Assisted in preparation of various tax documents including income tax returns and sales and use tax returns.
- Supervised junior staff in daily accounting operations.
- Maintained updated records of all assets owned by the company.
- Ensured accuracy of general ledger postings by reconciling accounts periodically.
- Performed month-end closing activities such as accruals and amortizations.
- Prepared P&L reports and financial statements for review by management.
- Improved year-end inventory audit process to increase accuracy.
- Worked with regulatory representatives to complete accurate filings and maintain compliance.
- Acted as main point of contact in matters relating to client concerns and needs.
- Motivated and worked with onboarding team members to successfully integrate new employees into organization.
- Administered payroll for employees and oversaw corporate payroll reconciliation and tax activities.
- Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
Account Manager
Cherytech (India) Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
2008.09 - 2013.09
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, annual financial reports for senior management.
- Developed and maintained internal controls to ensure accurate accounting records.
- Coordinated audits with external auditors and reviewed audit results.
- Provided guidance on accounting policies and procedures to staff members.
- Managed accounts payable activities including invoice processing, vendor payments, reconciliations.
- Monitored cash flow projections ensuring sufficient funds are available for operations.
- Reconciled bank accounts to ensure accuracy of financial data reported in the general ledger.
- Maintained complete documentation for all financial transactions as per company policy.
- Identified opportunities to improve efficiency in the finance department.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers when needed.
- Oversaw month-end closing process, prepared financial statements and managed advanced reconciliations.
- Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performed complex accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements.
- Administered payroll for employees and oversaw corporate payroll reconciliation and tax activities.
- Prepared company's financial reports and ancillary documentation in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Monitored accounting, payroll and financial reporting activities.
- Coordinated timely collections with appropriate project managers and customers to manage cash flow.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
- Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.
Deputy Manager of Finance
AVG Motors Ltd
Kottayam
2007.08 - 2008.08
- Monitored accounts receivable collections activities and prepared aging analysis reports.
- Created monthly financial statements, reports, and forecasts for management review.
- Assisted in the development of internal control systems to safeguard company assets from unauthorized use or disposition.
- Managed cash flow forecasting process to ensure adequate liquidity for operations.
- Oversaw payroll processing activities including timesheet approval, garnishments, vacation accrual calculations.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy prior to payment processing; negotiated discounts when possible.
- Performed month-end close activities such as journal entries, reconciliations., ensuring timely completion of tasks within established deadlines.
- Provided technical guidance and assistance with complex accounting transactions as needed.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
- Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.
Senior Accountant
AVG Company Ltd
Kottayam, Kerala
1999.12 - 2007.03
- Maintained detailed records of account transactions, including invoices, payments, and journal entries.
- Prepared monthly financial reports for management review.
- Monitored accounts payable activity to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payment processing.
- Analyzed general ledger accounts for accuracy and completeness on a regular basis.
- Provided support to internal and external auditors during the annual audit process.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards of generally accepted accounting principles.
- Reconciled bank statements to general ledgers on a monthly basis.
- Coordinated with other departments on various accounting activities such as month-end close process or budget preparation.
- Assisted in preparing tax returns for filing with government authorities.
- Managed daily closing, reporting and reconciliation functions.
- Analyzed files and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Collaborated with Controller and external auditors to conduct year-end close process.
Accountant
Pottamkulam Builders
Kottayam ,Kerala
1997.02 - 1999.11
- Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
- Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
- Tracked employee payroll processes to verify timely reporting and avoid late fees.
- Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
Accounts Assistant
G M Overseas Pvt Ltd
New Delhi
1996.03 - 1997.01
- Prepared and processed invoices, payments and bank deposits.
- Assisted in accounts receivable, payable and general ledger activities.
- Completed reconciliations of various accounts including petty cash, credit cards and bank accounts.
- Participated in month end closing process by preparing journal entries and accruals.
Audit Assistant
Sanjeev Nayyar & Co.
New Delhi
1995.07 - 1996.02
- Reviewed client's general ledger accounts and reconciled account balances on a monthly basis.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
M G University
Kottayam, Kerala 03.1995
Skills
- Compliance Requirements
- Financial Reports
- Account Management
- Inventory Auditing
- Payroll Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- AP and AR Management
Languages
English
First Language
Malayalam
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Elementary (A2)
A2
Kannada
Beginner (A1)
A1
Timeline
Accounts Manager
Exa Thermometrics India Pvt.Ltd ( Amphenol Sensors)
2014.01 - Current
Account Manager
Cherytech (India) Pvt Ltd
2008.09 - 2013.09
Deputy Manager of Finance
AVG Motors Ltd
2007.08 - 2008.08
Senior Accountant
AVG Company Ltd
1999.12 - 2007.03
Accountant
Pottamkulam Builders
1997.02 - 1999.11
Accounts Assistant
G M Overseas Pvt Ltd
1996.03 - 1997.01
Audit Assistant
Sanjeev Nayyar & Co.
1995.07 - 1996.02
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
M G University
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