CHANDAN KAUSHAL

Results-oriented professional with a strong desire to secure a position that fosters long-term growth and allows for the utilization of exceptional organizational skills, educational background, and the ability to collaborate effectively with others. Seasoned finance manager with over 15 years of expertise in overseeing transactions and reconciling monthly financial reports. Known for being a highly collaborative individual who excels in training and coaching staff members. Brings confidence, team contribution, and strong decision-making skills to the table. Forward-thinking team leader adept at efficiently operating departments to meet goals. Demonstrated success in matching employees with roles that maximize performance. Proactive and hardworking individual with a focus on continuous operational improvement.

      FINANCE AND ACCOUNTS 

• Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Develop and implement financial strategies to drive business growth and profitability.
• Lead mergers and acquisitions, conducting due diligence and negotiating terms.
• Manage risk by developing and implementing comprehensive risk management policies.
• Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to set financial goals and develop strategic plans.
• Mentor and lead a high-performing finance team.
• Manage day-to-day operations of the financial department, including accounting, budgeting, risk management, and compliance.
• Analyze financial data to develop strategies, recommend changes, and advise senior management on short-term and long-term financial goals.
• Oversee the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure the accuracy of financial records.
• Develop annual budget and perform monthly budget forecasts.
• Negotiate with banks and financial institutions for the best terms available on loans, investments, and other financial services.
• Analyze financial data and prepare financial statements for monthly review.
• Research and evaluate financial risks and recommend solutions to minimize risk.
• Prepare financial models and forecast cash flow.
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures.
• Create and monitor budgeting processes.
• Manage financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management and stakeholders.
• Conduct financial analysis to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Develop and maintain relationships with auditors, and regulatory authorities.
• Oversaw the implementation of financial systems and software.

      OPERATIONS RELATED MANAGEMENT

• Develop and implement raw material planning strategies based on sales forecasts, resulting in a reduction in inventory costs.
• Collaborate with the sales and production teams to ensure timely availability of raw materials, reducing production delays.
• Ensure proper inventory management, optimizing stock levels and minimizing waste.
• Conduct regular reviews of supplier performance and negotiate favorable terms to ensure cost-effective procurement.

• Aging Reports: Review Aged receivables reports regularly (usually on a weekly or monthly basis). These reports categorize outstanding invoices based on how long they have been overdue (e.g., 30 days, 60 days, 90 days and above).
• Prioritizing Follow-Up: By analyzing the aging reports, identify which accounts are most overdue and prioritize collection efforts based on the risk of non-payment.
• Preparation of Financial Statement: Prepare Financial statement on monthly, quarterly and yearly basis.
• Preparation of Tax Audit Report: Preparation of Tax Audit Report.
• Tax Planning and Filing: Managing the company’s tax planning, ensuring compliance with tax laws, and minimizing the tax burden through strategic planning.
• Audit Coordination: Coordinating with external auditors to ensure the company’s financial statements are audited accurately and in accordance with legal requirements.
• Regular Filing of Returns: Ensure timely filing of GST returns, and other periodical returns. This helps maintain compliance and avoid late fees or penalties.
• Input Tax Credit (ITC) Reconciliation: Ensure regular reconciliation of ITC claimed with the GSTR-2A/2B to ensure that the credits are valid and match the supplier's filings. This helps avoid discrepancies and potential disallowance of ITC.
• GST Audit: Conduct regular internal audits to review GST compliance and identify any discrepancies or areas for improvement. This helps in maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Stay Updated with Regulatory Changes: Keep abreast of any changes in GST laws, rules, and regulations. This includes updates from the GST Council and notifications from the government.
• Engage with Professionals: Consult with tax professionals or consultants to ensure compliance and address any complex issues or queries.
• Cost control and Expense Management: Reviewing and analyzing the company’s expenses and identifying areas for cost savings or improved efficiency. Overseeing the preparation and management of expense reports and ensuring that costs stay within the approved budget.
• Accounting for Write-Offs: Ensure that any damaged, obsolete, or unsellable inventory is properly written off or adjusted in the books. This includes making provisions for slow-moving inventory that might need to be written down in value.
• Collaboration with Operations/Production Teams: Communicate with the operations or production teams to understand the status of job cards. If delays are identified, work with the team to understand the cause and drive timely closures.
• Monitoring Work in Progress (WIP): Monitor work in progress (WIP) in accordance with the Job cards released and timely closure of job cards.
• Timely payment to MSME vendors: Ensure timely payment to MSME (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises) vendors as per the governing laws.
• Monitor Selling Prices: Monitoring of selling price after a rate increase in raw materials and work closely with the sales team to ensure that they can effectively communicate about price related changes to customers.

• ERP Systems: Microsoft Dynamics Business Central
• Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint

Negotiable