Hareesh K
Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
Summary
Ambitious finance manager offering several years of experience increasing productivity through automation of processes. Confident individual with track record of accurate reporting and analysis. Highly experienced in mentoring employees, leading talented teams and making decisions promptly.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Limited
Tirupati
07.2021 - Current
- Ensuring the completion of month-end and year-end closings while overseeing the timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Preparation of standalone & consolidated financial statements.
- Work closely with external auditors to ensure timely completion of statutory audits and limited reviews.
- Monthly review of postings in general ledger and preparation of schedules to support during audits.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve efficiency and effectiveness in financial operations.
- Ensure accurate and timely compliance with direct tax filing requirements, such as TDS, Tax audit, Transfer pricing and CbCR obligations.
- Engaging in yearly budgets and quarterly forecast preparation and variance analysis.
- Assisted in the development of internal controls and bringing SOPs to streamline finance function.
- Active role in automation of identified processes in Finance function using RPA tools.
- Preparation of Board and Audit Committee Presentations.
- Special Assignments: Accounting for Mergers & Acquisitions, Slump Sale and Insurance claims.
Founder Partner
Hareesh K & Associates
Bangalore
01.2021 - 07.2024
- Lead the planning, execution and completion of audits, including developing detailed audit plans and resource allocation.
- Conducted risk-based audits to evaluate internal controls, compliance with laws and regulations, and accuracy of financial statements.
- Tracked changes in the regulatory environment impacting clients' business operations and provided informed advisory.
- Provided training to staff members on accounting principles, procedures, and best practices.
- Special Assignments: Formation of NGO's and Obtaining necessary statutory registrations.
Assistant Manager - Finance
Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Limited
Tirupati
09.2018 - 12.2020
- Overseeing the completion of month-end closing activities for an overseas subsidiary.
- Support to Statutory and Tax auditors for timely closure of audits.
- Review and reconciliation of inter-company transactions and transfer pricing assessment as per LODR Regulations.
- Filing of TDS returns and review of Tax deducted across all the locations.
- Preparation of data required by Income Tax Department for submission of responses to various notices and closure of tax disputes.
- Prepared concept notes on various aspects of Ind AS, the Companies Act, and the Income Tax Act to update the team's knowledge.
- Managed the migration to S4 HANA from the ECC version of SAP, representing the General Ledger team.
- Provided support to internal auditors during their audit process.
- Special Assignments: Obtaining deduction under Section 80JJAA of IT Act for the first year in the organization.
Assistant Manager - Audit & Assurance
Manohar Chowdhry & Associates
Chennai
01.2017 - 09.2018
- Managed various audits including Statutory Audits of Listed Companies, Private Companies, Tax Audits & maintenance of books of accounts.
- Lead team in conducting a successful internal audit that resulted in the identification and recovery of amount in financial discrepancies, showcasing leadership & tangible financial results.
- Handling a forensic audit of thermal power company in discovering the possible financial fraud in contract payments.
- Audit of entities listed in US Stock exchanges. Independent review of clients audit file by PCAOB Inspection team.
- Special audit under section 142 of the income tax act of a religious charitable trust to review genuineness of the transactions.
Article Assistant
Ramanujam & Boovarahan CAs
Chennai
10.2013 - 11.2016
- Gained knowledge on Tax Computation and Return Filling for various individuals and Partnership firms.
- Involved in concurrent audit of Banks and Stock audit of manufacturing entities.
- Worked as part of various statutory and internal audit assignments.
Education
Chartered Accountant -
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Chennai05-2016
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Transfer Pricing
- International Taxation
- Budgets and Forecast
- Financial Modeling
Accomplishments
- Completed CA Exams in First Attempt
- Obtained exemption in 4 out of 8 papers in CA Final
Affiliations
- Passionate Writer and Blogger
- Enjoys reading self-help books
Technical Skills
- SAP - FICO
- Quickbooks and Tally ERP
- Microsoft Excel
- Power BI
Personal Details
- Date of Birth: April 15, 2024
- Marital Status: Married
- Languages known: English, Tamil, Telugu and Hindi
Timeline
Finance Manager
Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Limited
07.2021 - Current
Founder Partner
Hareesh K & Associates
01.2021 - 07.2024
Assistant Manager - Finance
Amara Raja Energy & Mobility Limited
09.2018 - 12.2020
Assistant Manager - Audit & Assurance
Manohar Chowdhry & Associates
01.2017 - 09.2018
Article Assistant
Ramanujam & Boovarahan CAs
10.2013 - 11.2016
Chartered Accountant -
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
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