Binila Thomas
Chartered Accountant
Kochi
Summary
Chartered Accountant with 10+ years of experience in financial analysis, reporting, and accounting, bringing a strong foundation in interpreting data and delivering actionable insights. Skilled in supporting business decisions, enhancing financial processes, and driving operational efficiency. A proactive professional focused on continuous development and contributing to value-driven finance functions such as FP&A and business partnering roles.
Overview
4
4
Languages
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Assurance Senior Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers Service Delivery Center (PWC SDC)
06.2023 - Current
- Provided Assurance services to Canada-based corporates in various sectors including Consumer Market, Energy Sector, FMCG Sector.
- Executed Audit procedures including Tests of controls and Tests of details, process Walkthroughs, and verification of Internal Control Over Financial Reporting (ICFR).
- Reviewed general ledger accounts and reconciliation schedules to ensure Accuracy and GAAP compliance in Financial Statements.
- Develop and execute audit tests and plan audit engagements relative to adequacy and effectiveness of Internal Controls and risk management.
- Managed full scope audits i.e., Planning, gathering data and documents, Execution of Substantive procedure, review, Conclusion and Reporting including preparation of applicable GAAP checklist.
- Implemented Digital Audit Tools for Sampling, performing various substantive tests including preparation of GAAP checklist, floating of confirmations, quality review of financial statements, journal entry testing, FSLI testing and use of standard work papers resulting in savings in manual performance & review time.
- Maintained strong client relationships and responsiveness, ensuring effective collaboration with onshore teams.
Audit Manager
Boby, Francis and Pradeep
02.2018 - 05.2023
- Executed Statutory Audits, Internal Audits, Tax audits and other perspectives of clients for diverse sectors such as Food, Rubber and Pharmaceutical industry, IT sector and Export oriented units.
- Developed and implemented Audit programs, ensuring effective allocation of work among team members, and maintaining strong client communication.
- Reviewed major Balance Sheet and Profit & Loss Account items, including Fixed Assets, Accounts Payables/ Receivables, Cash & Cash Equivalents, Revenue and Employee Benefit expenses.
- Finalized Books of accounts and financial statements in compliance with Accounting Standards (AS) and Schedule III, including Cash Flow Statements.
- Led a team of five members for the statutory audit of various corporate clients, overseeing audit planning, work allocation and ensuring timely completion.
- Provided Tax consultancy services, including responding to Income tax and notices under relevant sections of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
- Advised clients on tax payments, refunds, and advance tax liabilities, ensuring accurate calculations and timely payments.
- Conducted GST Audit and assisted in preparing GSTR 9 and GSTR 9C.
- Performed Concurrent Audit of a Banking company.
- Devised Cost Control Measures and upgraded financial processes resulting in reduction of operational expenses.
Articled Assistant
George Louis and Pillai Chartered Accountants
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Conducted statutory audits for companies, preparing detailed audit reports to ensure compliance with legal standards.
- Performed Tax Audits under the provisions of Income Tax Act, 1961 of (i) Private Limited Companies (ii) LLPs (iii) Partnership Firms (iv) Proprietorship Concerns
- Preparation and Presentation of both Consolidated and Standalone Financial Statements of AS Compliant companies.
- Preparation and submission of returns, forms, and various statutory compliances with Registrar of Companies (ROC), Value Added Tax (VAT) and Income Tax Department.
- Developed periodicals for chit companies and drafted certifications for diverse clients, enhancing regulatory compliance and client trust.
Education
CA Final -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
11-2022
CA Intermediate - undefined
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
11-2018
BCOM - undefined
Mahatma Gandhi University
03-2014
Class XII (State) - undefined
Kerala State Board
03-2011
Class X (State) - undefined
Kerala State Board
03-2009
Skills
Tally Prime expertise
Familiar with Power BI for basic data visualization and reporting
Internal audits
Continuous learning mindset
Advanced Excel
Audit procedures
Client Communication
Accomplishments
- Acquired Rating 2 in the first-year employment with PWC.
- Participated in various cultural and sports activities organized by SICASA, ICAI.
- Trained and mentored over 10 Articles while serving in Boby, Francis, and Pradeep.
Work Preference
Salary Range
₹111000/yr - ₹200000/yrTimeline
Assurance Senior Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers Service Delivery Center (PWC SDC)
06.2023 - Current
Audit Manager
Boby, Francis and Pradeep
02.2018 - 05.2023
Articled Assistant
George Louis and Pillai Chartered Accountants
01.2015 - 01.2018
Class X (State) - undefined
Kerala State Board
Class XII (State) - undefined
Kerala State Board
BCOM - undefined
Mahatma Gandhi University
CA Intermediate - undefined
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
CA Final -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India