JAIKUMAR SEKAR
Senior Manager
Chennai
Summary
Dynamic Senior Manager with expertise in Finance and Accounting, Internal Audit, and Budgeting, dedicated to driving business growth and operational efficiency through strategic planning and implementation of key improvements. Proven track record of fostering an open culture that encourages transparent communication and collaboration among team members. Skilled in leading diverse teams of up to 15 direct reports, consistently achieving ambitious objectives while cultivating a cohesive, high-performing work environment. Eager to embrace new professional challenges within a growth-oriented organization that values innovation and teamwork.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Manager
Galstar Engineering Private Limited
10.2024 - Current
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Held monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Mentored junior finance staff members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Strengthened internal controls through regular audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Enhanced budget management by implementing expense tracking and cost reduction strategies.
- Streamlined financial processes by implementing new accounting software and automation techniques.
- Directed budget development, budgetary controls and recordkeeping to make informed financial decisions.
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Managed complex capital projects from inception through execution, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints and delivering expected returns on investment.
- Tracked cash flow and financial planning to analyze company's financial strengths and weaknesses and propose strategic directions.
- Advised Board of Directors on strategic financial matters, providing insightful recommendations backed by thorough analysis.
- Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
- Directed teams from approximately 7 departments and had direct reports from 3 departments.
Paid & Article Assistant
DINESH G & CO
04.2019 - 01.2024
- Prepared SFS (Standalone Financial Statements) and CFS (Consolidated Financial Statements): clients: IT, NBFC, manufacturing, construction, and others.
- Stock Audit for Manufacturing Industries.
- Assisted in audit: statutory audit, internal audit.
- Lead in GST reconciliation, bank reconciliation statement, and intercompany reconciliation.
- Cash Flow Working: Debtors and Creditors' Aging
- Filed ITR, TDS, and GST returns.
- Expense vouching and revenue verification.
- Income Tax Proof of Investment.
- Assist with drafting business plans, sales pitches, presentations, reference material, and other documents as required.
- Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently, and meet deadlines.
- Data Entry in Tally (Finance and Accounts)
- Worked with facilitated smooth communication between finance teams and other departments within the organization, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Handled 19 clients across 5 years at Dinesh G and Co.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
Accounts Executive
Don Associates
01.2019 - 04.2019
- GSTR -1
- GSTR- 3B
- GSTR: 9
- Monthly Return
- Annual Return
- Client’s Query Handling
- Representing in the name client GST Auditing from state tax department
- Monthly Reconciliation: 2b Vs Books
- Annual Reconciliation: Gstr1 Vs3b 3b, 2b Vs Books
- Handled GST returns more than 20 clients on every month for GST filing
Accounts Executive
Commnet Systems Consultancy Pvt Ltd
12.2017 - 12.2018
- Maintenance of all records, like vouchers, receipts, bills, and payments.
- Bank Reconciliation and Payment Collection.
- Monthly GST Working.
- Reconciliation of sundry debtors and creditors.
- Handling Petty Cash Records.
- Finalization of Accounts, Statement of Accounts, Debtors Control Accounts, Buffer Accounts, Balance Sheet Statement, Consumption Charts, Trial Balance Work, and Fixed Assets.
- Handling day-to-day accounting.
- Banking Work: Cheque Issuing for Clearing Cash Deposit, NEFT, and RTGS.
- Managed major account portfolios, and decreased expenses on every project.
- Managed multiple accounts simultaneously while maintaining organization and prioritizing tasks efficiently.
- Increase my preformance with my intellectual skill upto 50%
Junior Accounts Assistant
Commnet Systems Consultancy Pvt Ltd
07.2017 - 11.2017
- Handling Petty cash and preparing bills and receipts
- Maintaining accounting records
- Receiving and Processing All Invoices, Expense Forms and Requests for Payments
- Tally Data Entry, Including Sales, Purchases, Receipts, Payments, and Preparation of Debtors and Creditors Statements
- Interest Handling and Bank Reconciliation Statement
- Passing Bank Entries.
- Supported effective inventory management through regular monitoring of supply levels and timely procurement requests.
- 80% of accounting entries are handled.
Senior Cashier
Star Bazaar
06.2012 - 12.2014
- Handle cash, credit, or check transactions with customers
- Scan goods and collect payments
- Ensure pricing is correct
- Issue changes, receipts, refunds, or tickets
- Redeem stamps and coupons
- Count money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to ensure that amounts are correct and that there is adequate change
- Make sales referrals, cross-sell products, and introduce new ones
- Resolve customer complaints, guide them, and provide relevant information
- Bag items carefully
- Greet customers when entering or leaving establishment
- Maintain clean and tidy checkout areas
- Keep records of transactions
- Process returns and check to see if items are damaged
- Answer customers' questions and get manager if answer doesn't solve issue
- Bag, box, or wrap packages
- Provide excellent customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
- In charge overall: 15+ Counters with cashiers
- Demonstrated expertise in operating various point-of-sale systems, ensuring quick adaptation to any changes or updates.
Education
CA- Inter - Chartered Accountant
The Institute of Chartered Accountant of India
Chennai, IndiaMBA - International Business
DY Patil University
Navi Mumbai, IndiaBachelor of Arts - Commerce
Alpha Arts And Science College
Chennai, India 04.2001 -
Skills
MS Office
Work Availability
monday
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Timeline
Senior Manager
Galstar Engineering Private Limited
10.2024 - Current
Paid & Article Assistant
DINESH G & CO
04.2019 - 01.2024
Accounts Executive
Don Associates
01.2019 - 04.2019
Accounts Executive
Commnet Systems Consultancy Pvt Ltd
12.2017 - 12.2018
Junior Accounts Assistant
Commnet Systems Consultancy Pvt Ltd
07.2017 - 11.2017
Senior Cashier
Star Bazaar
06.2012 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Commerce
Alpha Arts And Science College
04.2001 -
CA- Inter - Chartered Accountant
The Institute of Chartered Accountant of India
MBA - International Business
DY Patil University