Gowtham Sridharan
Accounting officer
Chennai,Tamil Nadu
Summary
Diligent accounting professional with superior account reconciliation skill and passion for continuous improvement. Bringing [12] years of excellent performance in Accounting Manager roles and commendation for providing consistent empowering leadership.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Accounting Officer
R R Donnelley
Chennai
10.2012 - 09.2024
- Reduced discrepancies in financial statements by conducting thorough account reconciliations and adjusting entries.
- Improved efficiency of accounts payable and receivable processes, resulting in faster payment collection and vendor payments.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits, providing accurate documentation for efficient review process.
- Prepared accurate financial reports for management review, enabling informed decision making.
- Collaborated with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and facilitate payments.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors and clients to maintain timely payments while negotiating favorable terms.
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring sufficient funds were available to meet operational needs while optimizing investment opportunities.
- Streamlined month-end closing procedures, reducing time spent on manual tasks and increasing accuracy.
- Participated in cross-functional projects, utilizing accounting expertise to provide insights on cost management and revenue generation opportunities.
- Contributed to successful implementation of new accounting software system, leading to increased efficiency in daily operations.
- Assisted with budget preparation and monitoring, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
- Performed detailed financial analysis on business operations, supporting management decisions regarding resource allocation and profitability enhancements.
- Conducted variance analysis comparing actual results against budgets, identifying potential issues early for management intervention.
- Supported management in strategic planning efforts by providing relevant financial data and forecasting future performance trends.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements by staying up-to-date on changing tax laws and filing deadlines.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through careful analysis of expenditures and identification of areas for improvement.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
- Collaborated with accounting manager to comply with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Computer Applications
Vels University
Chennai, India 09.2008 - 04.2011
Skills
Invoice & Billing Processing
Multitasking Abilities
Vendor Reconciliation
Team Handling
Payment Processing
AP and AR management
SAP expertise
JD Edwards
Teamwork and Collaboration
Microsoft Office
Multitasking
Excellent Communication
Month-end reporting
Intercompany Transactions
Problem-Solving
Accounting Processes
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Tamil
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Playing cricket
I represent my division cricket team and win many trophies.
Timeline
Accounting Officer
R R Donnelley
10.2012 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Commerce - Computer Applications
Vels University
09.2008 - 04.2011
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