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Milly Davis

Abu Dhabi

Summary


Chartered Accountant with extensive experience across the UAE and India, passionate about applying expertise to bolster financial integrity and promote strategic growth. Effectively managing teams and enhancing client relations. Keen to leverage broad international skills to support business success and align with values of innovation and excellence in financial services. Excited to contribute and offer insights to diverse and dynamic ventures.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
7
7
Certification

Work History

Director/Senior Consultant

FINOVA CSP LLC
09.2023 - Current
  • Improved tax compliance by managing Corporate Tax and UAE VAT processes including audits and fraud detection
  • Handled consultancy projects in Middle East
  • Designed marketing strategy to identify and convert leads
  • Leveraged network to secure new clients and partnership opportunities

Virtual CFO

ANDREW & JON FC
03.2016 - Current
  • Increased investor engagement by communicating financial performance and strategic direction to stakeholders
  • Oversaw global financial operations, financial reporting, steering company towards profitability and financial stability
  • Chaired finance committee meetings, leading discussions on fiscal policy and strategic financial planning
  • Managed relationships with external auditors, ensuring a smooth and efficient annual audit process with minimal findings or issues identified.
  • Oversaw the preparation and submission of all tax filings, mitigating potential risks associated with noncompliance.

Owner and Senior Chartered Accountant

M DAVIS & CO, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
11.2009 - Current
  • Successfully oversaw a team of 60 employees, ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of high quality audits
  • Headed core accounting functions, annual reports, management reports, internal audits and corporate law filings
  • Implemented compliance programs for more than 2000 clients
  • Led filing of tax returns and provided professional advice on tax planning and any tax-related issues in income tax and GST
  • Managed financial accounts, optimizing fiscal performance through budgeting, forecasting, and tax compliance
  • Tailored business offerings to meet the diverse needs of clients, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty

Internal Auditor

AL KARWAN IND CO LTD
02.2004 - 10.2009
  • Managed internal audits of financial and departmental operations
  • Responsible for developing auditing program to address risks and evaluate regulatory requirements
  • Produced audit reports which comprised evaluation of internal control systems and assisted the statutory auditors
  • Analyzed internal controls, recommending improvements for enhanced efficiency
  • Assisted in the development of company policies and procedures, promoting a strong internal control environment.

Education

CPA -

CPA
AUSTRALIA
01.2022

Chartered Accountancy: FCA -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
INDIA
01.2006

B.Com - Bachelors degree in Commerce.

The Mahatma Gandhi University
INDIA
01.2003

CA ARTICLESHIP - CA

KPR&CO CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
INDIA
2003

Skills

  • Auditing Advisory Services
  • Financial Analysis
  • Accounting and Book Keeping
  • Tax preparation and Compliance
  • Financial Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Strategic Planning
  • Budgeting
  • Interpersonal Communications
  • Due Diligence
  • Operations Management
  • Team Management
  • ERP systems proficiency
  • Organizational Development
  • Financial Reporting
  • Corporate Communications
  • Internal Controls

Personal Information

Title: Chartered Accountant

Affiliations

  • Fellow member of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
  • Membership with CPA,Australia.
  • Member of Abu Dhabi Chapter of ICAI.
  • Membership in Emirates Association Of Auditors & Accountants.

Certification

  • US Enrolled Agent, IRS, 2024
  • US GAAP, Udemy, 2024
  • QuickBooks, Udemy, 2024
  • International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), KPMG, India, 2023
  • UAE Corporate Taxation, Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, 2023
  • Forensic Accounting & Fraud Detection, Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, 2023

Timeline

Director/Senior Consultant

FINOVA CSP LLC
09.2023 - Current

Virtual CFO

ANDREW & JON FC
03.2016 - Current

Owner and Senior Chartered Accountant

M DAVIS & CO, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
11.2009 - Current

Internal Auditor

AL KARWAN IND CO LTD
02.2004 - 10.2009

CPA -

CPA

Chartered Accountancy: FCA -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

B.Com - Bachelors degree in Commerce.

The Mahatma Gandhi University

CA ARTICLESHIP - CA

KPR&CO CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
Milly Davis