Karuna Garg
Gurgaon
Summary
Seasoned Finance Director with comprehensive experience in strategic planning, financial management and operations. Proven skills in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. Recognized for ability to drive operational efficiency and deliver robust fiscal strategies that enhance profitability. Focused on creating value through rigorous analysis, insightful interpretation of data, and innovative solutions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Director
HAIN CELESTIAL INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
Gurgaon
02.2018 - Current
- Reviewed financial reports for accuracy and completeness in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Provided oversight for accounts receivable and payable functions, payroll processing, investments, and treasury operations.
- Managed the preparation of all external financial reporting including audited financial statements.
- Coordinated audit activities with external auditors ensuring timely completion of audits.
- Developed strategies to improve profitability by analyzing business processes and recommending solutions.
- Established policies and procedures related to accounting systems, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, and purchasing.
- Coached staff on best practices for managing finances including budgeting techniques, expense tracking methods.
- Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to align financial management with operational and strategic objectives.
- Compiled operational and risk reports detailing financial metrics to help management make proactive decisions.
- Oversaw annual budgeting process, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and financial sustainability.
Finance Manager
Yatra Online Limited
Gurgaon
09.2016 - 02.2018
- Reviewed and analyzed budget variances to ensure accuracy of financial information.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
- Developed forecasting models utilizing historical data trends to predict future revenues and expenses.
- Led financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Ensured accurate and timely compliance with tax filing requirements and other regulatory obligations.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST
NUANCE INDIA PRIVATE LIMTED
Bangalore
12.2015 - 06.2016
- Managed and monitored Fixed Assets accounting including maintenance of Fixed Asset register and calculation of accrued depreciation on a monthly basis.
- Generated accurate month-end journals, conducted account reconciliation, and provided substantiation for financial records.
- Led efforts in completing closing checklists for assigned accounts, diligently reviewing and resolving uncleared account items in a timely manner. Fostered collaboration with the wider Finance team to achieve effective resolutions.
- Ensured efficient intercompany practices through comprehensive knowledge of organizational protocols for account usage and reconciliation.
- Maintained high standards for monthly reconciliation and analysis of balance sheet accounts in accordance with Global reporting timetable.
ASSISTANT MANAGER
RADICO KHAITAN LIMITED
09.2012 - 08.2015
- Managed and streamlined all India MIS across zones, states, and units to identify variances in actual vs budgeted profits using financial ratios analysis.
- Produced monthly MIS reports encompassing Outward Freight Analysis findings, COP Variance for all major brands analyzed both by SKU and unit wise. Additionally, prepared Inventory Reports organized by Zone, state, unit, and category with detailed analysis of Brand-wise volume and contribution actual vs budget achievement.
- Prepared annual budgets for multiple regions throughout India- collating zone and state cost reports alongside profit and loss statements, monitoring brand-specific costs of goods sold and comparing against previous fiscal year performance.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Ensured smooth conduct of the audit by collaborating effectively with Internal Auditors.
- Managed debtor accounts which improved the account receivables and cash flow.
ASSISTANT MANAGER
TILDA RICELAND PVT LTD
Gurgaon
04.2010 - 09.2012
- Prepared accurate financial statements including Balance sheet, Profit and Loss Account, Cash Flow Statement, and Notes to Accounts.
- Ensured adherence to regulatory requirements through effective communication with auditors during Statutory and Tax Audit.
- Developed profit plans, sales vs. Receivables analysis, cost cards for various products, fund flow statement, and periodic stock statements.
- Managed and maintained accurate records for statutory compliances and tax obligations.
- Created reports on sales trends, inventory levels, and financial data.
- Implemented efficient strategies that improved overall cash flow management.
Education
Chartered Accountancy -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
11.2008
Masters Degree in Computer Applications (MCA) -
IGNOU New Delhi
01.2004
B.Com (Pass) -
PGDAV College, Delhi University
01.2000
Skills
- Financial & Management Accounting
- Financial Planning & Analysis
- Audit & Internal Control
- Consolidation & International Reporting
- Compliance Monitoring
- Business process improvement
Other Work experiences
- Worked as Manager Finance at Vasari India Private Limited, an apparel house from October 2009 to April 2018.
- Worked as Team Member Accounts at Pragya, a NGO from February 2009 to September 2009.
- 3 years Articleship from Yogesh Mangal & Associates and Goel, Gupta & Maheshwari Chartered accountants.
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Affiliations
- SAP S4/Hana
- Tally
- Hyperion
- Qlikview
- Oracle EPM
Timeline
Finance Director
HAIN CELESTIAL INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
02.2018 - Current
Finance Manager
Yatra Online Limited
09.2016 - 02.2018
SENIOR FINANCIAL ANALYST
NUANCE INDIA PRIVATE LIMTED
12.2015 - 06.2016
ASSISTANT MANAGER
RADICO KHAITAN LIMITED
09.2012 - 08.2015
ASSISTANT MANAGER
TILDA RICELAND PVT LTD
04.2010 - 09.2012
Chartered Accountancy -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Masters Degree in Computer Applications (MCA) -
IGNOU New Delhi
B.Com (Pass) -
PGDAV College, Delhi University
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