NAMITHA BABY SEBASTIAN
Bangalore
Summary
Chartered Accountant with over 3.5 years of post-qualification experience, including tenure at a Big Four firm and E-R&D company. Expertise in auditing for technology service clients, healthcare, and manufacturing sectors.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate Manager- Business Finance
Tata Elxsi
01.2024 - Current
- Ensured accurate revenue recognition in compliance with accounting standards.
- Streamlined revenue recognition processes, improving accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
- Liaised with external auditors for timely revenue assessments, preventing delays and escalations.
- Collaborated with legal and finance teams to draft complex revenue-related agreements, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to progress new deal to agreement signing, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Managed SOFTEX filings and EDPMS compliance, ensuring precision in export transaction reporting and adherence to regulatory standards.
- Performed TDS reconciliation, guaranteeing accurate deductions and deposits while resolving discrepancies.
Senior Audit & Assurance
KPMG (BSR & Co, LLP)
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Led audits of revenue and non-revenue areas, ensuring compliance with GAAP principles and accurate disclosures in software and technology industry financial statements.
- Executed audits adhering to IFRS and Indian Accounting Standards, contributing to reliable financial reporting.
- Has knowledge and experience in revenue accounting applying IFRS 15/Ind AS 115.
- Conducted independent walkthroughs, D&I testing, and updated process documentation; tested operating effectiveness, reported deficiencies, and validated corrective actions to enhance internal controls.
- Performed substantive procedures for financial statement accounts such as revenue, fixed asset, accounts payable, order to cash, human resources, and payroll.
- Performed statutory audits, GST audits and Bank audits.
- Assisted in preparation of financial statements and projections.
- Provided tax and financial consulting including Income Tax Return filing.
- Received the 'Super Team' award in KPMG
Audit Manager
George & Sebastian Chartered Accountants
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Executed statutory, GST, and bank audits ensuring compliance with regulations and standards.
- Assisted in preparation of financial statements and projections, contributing to accurate financial reporting.
- Delivered tax consulting services, including income tax return filings, facilitating enhanced client compliance.
Article Assistant
Balan & Co. Chartered Accountants
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Executed statutory audits and quarterly reviews for listed companies, ensuring compliance and financial accuracy.
- Conducted audits for charitable institutions, trusts, educational entities, trading firms, and retail organizations, enhancing transparency and accountability.
Education
Chartered Accountant- CA Final -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
12.2021
Bachelor of Commerce -
Madras University
12.2015
12th grade -
Rajagiri Christu Jayanti Public School
12.2012
Skills
- Revenue recognition (Ind AS 115/IFRS 15) and financial reporting
- Statutory and external audit
- IFRS and IND AS compliance
- Indian GAAP accounting practices
- Analytical reviews and observations
- Decision making and communication
- Multitasking and team management
Accomplishments
- Super Team Award, KPMG, 2022
- Topper in Higher Secondary Education, 2012
Timeline
Associate Manager- Business Finance
Tata Elxsi
01.2024 - Current
Senior Audit & Assurance
KPMG (BSR & Co, LLP)
01.2018 - 01.2022
Audit Manager
George & Sebastian Chartered Accountants
01.2014 - 01.2017
Article Assistant
Balan & Co. Chartered Accountants
01.2014 - 01.2017
Chartered Accountant- CA Final -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Bachelor of Commerce -
Madras University
12th grade -
Rajagiri Christu Jayanti Public School