Megha Mahendran
KANNUR
Summary
Dedicated accounting and auditing professional with a proven track record of achieving tangible results through effective collaboration. Excels at managing multiple tasks under tight deadlines while ensuring accuracy and meticulous attention to detail. A proactive approach drives quality outcomes and supports seamless financial processes, contributing to organizational success. Committed to continuous improvement and delivering high standards in all aspects of work.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Accounts Manager
NEW PLASTIC PIPES LLC
05.2024 - 09.2025
- Maintaining and updating daily financial records, ledgers, and expense reports in Microsoft Excel.
- Preparing invoices, payment schedules, and account statements using Excel spreadsheets.
- Managing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, ensuring accurate tracking of customer payments and vendor dues.
- Performing bank reconciliation statements and ensuring that all financial transactions are properly recorded.
- Assisting in monthly and annual financial closings, preparing Profit & Loss statements, and Balance Sheets in Excel.
- Preparing MIS reports and financial summaries for management review.
- Monitoring cash flow, petty cash expenses, and outstanding balances on a regular basis.
- Assisting in VAT calculation and reporting in line.
- Maintaining proper documentation and digitally organizing financial records for audits and compliance.
- Collaborating remotely with management and team members for financial updates and reporting.
Accounts Manager
A and U Capital Ltd
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Suggested actionable improvements to streamline year-end audit processes and reduce errors.
- Managed all payroll processing and changes for employees.
- Supported preparation of monthly accounts related to accruals, prepayments and fixed assets.
- Supported annual audits by providing information and answers to auditors to facilitate passing audit results.
- Ensured accurate and up-to-date asset documentation.
- Delivered key insights into the company’s financial performance through report development.
- Efficiently liaised with banks and external parties, establishing productive partnerships for finance-related activities.
- Conducted thorough analysis of financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for enhancement.
- Oversaw periodic account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of general ledger postings.
- Crafted accurate cash flow predictions to optimize financial planning.
- Provided guidance on accounting matters pertaining to revenue recognition and intricate transactions.
- Aided in the VAT preparation process for a range of tax documents.
- Delivered comprehensive presentations outlining account status, challenges, and growth opportunities to executive leadership.
- Monitored and communicated sales performance metrics to executive team, spotlighting achievements and identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Efficiently handled account receivables for assigned accounts, achieving timely payments and minimising bad debts.
Audit Associate
KPMG GLOBAL DELIVERY CENTER PRIVATE LIMITED
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Delivered customized audit and assurance procedures to match specific client needs.
- Implemented comprehensive audit techniques to acquire adequate and suitable evidence while highlighting the importance of quality.
- Skilled at identifying and documenting audit misstatements, assessing their impact on materiality, and documenting risks and issues successfully coordinated with specialists and assessed the implications of their findings on audits, while effectively addressing complex issues beyond personal expertise.
- Engaged in debrief sessions to enhance future audit quality by identifying and implementing learnings from previous audits.
- Drove engagement planning by overseeing client communication, team allocation, and resource management.
- Facilitated end-to-end management of audit file from setup to completion, involving review note clearance and closeout procedures.
- Informed senior team members about significant developments and accomplishments on assignments Promoted the continuous improvement of audit processes through timely review and feedback from engagement managers and partners.
Education
Master of Commerce - International Financial Accounting
Jain University
Kochi, Kerala07-2021
Bachelor of Commerce - Computer Application
Chinmaya Arts And Science College For Women
Kannur, Kerala04-2019
Senior Secondary - 12th
Chinmaya Vidyalaya Kannur
05-2016
High School - 10th
Chinmaya Vidyalaya Kannur
05-2014
Skills
- UTILITIES TOOLS- MS OFFICE (excelword, powerpoint)
- Accounting and Finance knowledge
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Time Management skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Exceptional organisational skills
- Team player
- Critical thinking skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Capacity for innovation
Certification
Accounting, Business and Society: The Multifaceted Role of Accounting - An online course authorized by The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and offered through Coursera.
Timeline
Accounts Manager
NEW PLASTIC PIPES LLC
05.2024 - 09.2025
Accounts Manager
A and U Capital Ltd
09.2022 - 04.2024
Audit Associate
KPMG GLOBAL DELIVERY CENTER PRIVATE LIMITED
09.2021 - 01.2022
Master of Commerce - International Financial Accounting
Jain University
Bachelor of Commerce - Computer Application
Chinmaya Arts And Science College For Women
Senior Secondary - 12th
Chinmaya Vidyalaya Kannur
High School - 10th
Chinmaya Vidyalaya Kannur