Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certifications
Projects
Internship
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LOK PRAKASH

LOK PRAKASH

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Summary

Dedicated and hard working financial professional with a Master's in Management Finance from Swansea University. Equipped with comprehensive knowledge in financial management, accounting, and strategic planning. Adept at utilizing technical skills such as financial analysis, budgeting, and proficiency in accounting software to drive accurate financial reporting and informed decision-making.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Crew Member

McDonald's
12.2023 - Current
  • Managed orders efficiently in a high-paced environment, providing excellent customer service to enhance the overall dining experience
  • Prioritized a customer-centric approach in all roles, ensuring satisfaction and contributing to a positive dining experience
  • Thrived in a fast-paced environment, showcasing adaptability and efficiency in handling various roles within the McDonald's operation

Cost Strategist & Sandwich Artist

Pinata's Burrito Bar
04.2023 - Current
  • Managed cash transactions at the cashier level, ensuring accuracy and compliance with cash handling protocols
  • Contributed to cost control measures, minimizing waste, and optimizing resources
  • Assisted in managing inventory levels to reduce discrepancies
  • Developed and executed solutions to financial challenges, demonstrating problem-solving skills and contributing to effective decision-making

Assistant Accountant

P Sivankalai & Co
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Managed day-to-day accounting tasks using Tally ERP9, ensuring precision in financial data recording
  • Oversaw bank transactions and reconciled statements, showcasing meticulous attention to detail
  • Played a key role in the preparation of GST bills, ensuring adherence to tax regulations
  • Collaborated with auditors to finalize financial statements, providing essential documentation, and addressing queries

Education

MSc - Management Finance

Swansea University
Swansea, Wales
01.2023 - 01.2024

Skills

Financial analysis

Project Management

Budgeting and forecasting

Financial reporting

Risk management

Taxation

Auditing

Financial planning and analysis

Cash flow management

Cost management

Customer Handling

Financial derivatives

Excel proficiency

Data analysis

Numeracy and Data Analysis

Certifications

  • Sage Business Cloud Accounting & Bookkeeping Course, 10/23
  • Python For Finance: Investment Fundamentals & Data Analytics, 09/23
  • Financial Analyst: Beginner
  • Beginner To Pro in Excel: Financial Modelling & Valuation
  • Ethical Hacking + Website Hacking + Mobile Hacking: Cyber Pro, 04/23

Projects

Finding the perfect customer for invoice finance company (Demo Project), Wise Factoring, 07/23, 09/23, Implemented surveys with 90 businesses, achieving an 85% response rate for comprehensive data collection., Identified specific demographic and financial traits resulting in a 12% increase in alignment with the ideal customer profile. Proposal plan for developing to bring financial education for newer generations (Demo Project), Red Dot, 05/23, 06/23, Achieved a 20% increase in engagement rates with tailored financial education content among target demographics., Identified and implemented 3 areas of differentiation from competitors, positioning Red Dot as a leader in innovative financial education solutions. A study on investors satisfaction (Demo Project), Zerodha Kite, 03/22, 05/22, Strengthened skills in data analysis, research methodology, and the application of financial concepts in a practical setting., Collaborated with peers to successfully execute the project, demonstrating strong teamwork and communication abilities.

Internship

Assistant Accountant, P Sivankalai & Co, 01/22, 03/22, Managed day-to-day accounting tasks using Tally ERP9, ensuring precision in financial data recording., Oversaw bank transactions and reconciled statements, showcasing meticulous attention to detail., Played a key role in the preparation of GST bills, ensuring adherence to tax regulations., Collaborated with auditors to finalize financial statements, providing essential documentation, and addressing queries.

Timeline

Crew Member

McDonald's
12.2023 - Current

Cost Strategist & Sandwich Artist

Pinata's Burrito Bar
04.2023 - Current

MSc - Management Finance

Swansea University
01.2023 - 01.2024

Assistant Accountant

P Sivankalai & Co
01.2022 - 03.2022
LOK PRAKASH