Knowledgeable senior accounting professional offering 19 years of experience in financial operations. Strategic business leader, communicator and people manager.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Accountant
Al Maeraj Contracting & General Trading Co LLC
09.2018 - Current
Calculated tax owed, prepared, and submitted returns and upheld compliance with all applicable laws.
Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
Established strong relationships with external partners such as banks, auditors, and tax consultants to ensure smooth interactions and compliance.
Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
Developed annual budgets in collaboration with senior management, aligning resources with company objectives.
Maintained accurate financial records by overseeing general ledger reconciliation efforts on a monthly basis.
Managed a team of accountants, fostering collaboration and professional growth for improved department performance.
Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive pricing strategies that supported profitability targets while remaining competitive in the marketplace.
Increased efficiency within the accounting department through continuous process improvement initiatives and staff training programs.
Served as a strategic business partner to senior leadership by providing valuable financial insights, recommendations for improvement and accurate financial information necessary for decision-making processes.
Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
Ensured compliance with tax regulations by diligently preparing and submitting all required documentation on time.
Prepared accounts for industry audits and supported audit process.
Enhanced financial transparency for stakeholders through accurate and timely financial reporting.
Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
Accountant
DAMAC
01.2014 - 08.2018
Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
Reduced expenses by negotiating with vendors for better pricing and terms on services and supplies.
Assisted in successful negotiation of terms with vendors and suppliers, improving company's cost-efficiency.
Ensured accurate and timely payroll processing for over 200 employees, maintaining employee satisfaction and compliance with labor laws.
Streamlined monthly financial reporting processes, significantly reducing time required for report generation and analysis.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Accounting & Auditing
University of Mumbai
Mumbai
07.2021
Diploma In Business Management - Business Management
Welingkar Institute of Management
Mumbai
05.2003
Skills
Month-end close
Financial Statements
ERP System Expertise
General Ledger Management
Payroll Processing
Tax Return Preparation
Cash Flow Management
General Ledger
Financial Auditing
Financial Reporting
Accounts Payable and Receivable
Audit Support
Fixed Asset Accounting
Monthly Financial Statements
Consolidation Accounting
Compliance requirement
Problem-Solving
Time Management
Annual Budget Preparation
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Marathi
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Chief Accountant
Al Maeraj Contracting & General Trading Co LLC
09.2018 - Current
Accountant
DAMAC
01.2014 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Accounting & Auditing
University of Mumbai
Diploma In Business Management - Business Management
Welingkar Institute of Management
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