Catherine Paul

Company Overview: A well-reputed CA firm in Kochi with over 40 years of experience, more than 7 partners, and over 500 clients, well known for audits, taxation, and advisory.

AUDIT AND ASSURANCE-RELATED SERVICES

• Performed detailed statutory audits and taxation audits including VAT for various private sector companies across multiple industries. Examined and Participated in the preparation, consolidation, finalization of financial statements and audit reports, to ensure adherence to the Companies Act, Ind AS, CARO guidelines, and other legal requirements.
• Preparation of financial accounts of partnership firms, proprietorship, taxation work of firms, individuals
• Analytical Review: Analyzed comparative financial data, reconciling current and prior periods to ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
• Conducted comprehensive evaluations of revenue recognition, operational status, and restructuring initiatives, ensuring alignment with going concern assumptions through strategic discussions with the Managing Director and key leadership.
• Completed all phases of audit engagements, including planning, budgeting and fieldwork. Analyzed trends over monthly, quarterly, and annual financial data to investigate fluctuations.
• Performed the audit procedures on various significant account balances such as Cash, Fixed Assets, Account Receivables, Account Payables etc.
• Performed multiple Substantive Tests to obtain sufficient and appropriate audit evidence, collate reports, communicate findings and recommendations.
• ERP System Analysis: Optimized ERP systems to improve revenue recognition processes and reduce reporting risks by addressing inefficiencies.

TAXATION, TAX AUDITS & ADVISORY

• Tax Compliance & Advisory: Managed Tax Audit Reports and income tax assessments, providing advisory services on tax planning and regulatory compliance.
• Delivered accurate and timely Tax audit reports for multiple entities, resolving discrepancies efficiently
• Managed end-to-end Taxation functions, including Preparation, Advisory, and Compliance for HNIs, corporate and other entities. Efficiently managed Form 15CB certifications for international transactions.
• Assisted in handling Income tax and Indirect Tax assessments, Appeals, and Revisions by preparing detailed hearing notes and documentation, ensuring effective representation before authorities.

TECHNICAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Proven ability to manage and mentor audit juniors, ensuring productivity.
• Good interpersonal, problem-solving & communication skills to effectively interact with clients & stakeholders.
• Software Proficiency: experience with ERP systems (Tally, NAV or similar), MS Excel (advanced), and audit tools.