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Nidhin Nair

Nidhin Nair

Senior Accounting Specialist
Bangalore

Summary

Detail-oriented Senior Accountant focused on improving company financial operations and streamlining processes using effective leadership, planning and decision-making abilities.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Senior Accounting Specialist

JCPenney
05.2024 - Current
  • Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
  • Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Reduced month-end closing time by standardizing reconciliation procedures and automating manual tasks.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant accounting regulations and best practices to ensure continued compliance across all financial functions.
  • Supported audit preparation, maintaining organized records for easy access during external reviews.
  • Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged professional growth.
  • Assisted team members in transitioning to new system through extensive training and one-on-one support.
  • Improved financial accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.

Accounting Specialist

JCPenney
Bangalore
10.2021 - 04.2024
  • Analyzed financial information and made proactive adjustments.
  • Established financial systems affecting aspects of company operations.
  • Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Enhanced financial reporting by creating clear and concise financial statements, providing insight into company performance.
  • Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
  • Supported month-end closing process by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis reports
  • Analyzed complex financial data to identify trends or potential issues that could impact business performance

Transaction Risk Investigator

Amazon
11.2019 - 10.2021
  • Prevented significant financial losses by identifying high-risk accounts and initiating appropriate countermeasures.
  • Evaluated existing policies and procedures, recommending necessary updates to strengthen internal controls against fraud risks.
  • Analyzed transaction patterns by utilizing cutting-edge software tools, uncovering hidden fraud schemes and threats.
  • Implemented targeted training programs to enhance staff knowledge on fraud prevention best practices.
  • Identified trends in fraudulent activities by analyzing large datasets, leading to the implementation of improved security measures.
  • Established strong working relationships with external partners such as banks, payment processors, and regulatory bodies for a collaborative approach towards combating fraud risks.
  • Provided expert guidance to management on regulatory compliance matters, ensuring adherence to industry standards and legal requirements.

Customer Service Associate

Concentrix
04.2018 - 03.2019
  • Evaluated customer information to explore issues, develop potential solutions and maintain high-quality service.
  • Provided basic technical support for clients on wide range of Etisalat company products.
  • Surpassed performance goals by approaching all interactions with resourcefulness, organization and customer-centric solutions.
  • Utilized exceptional communication to connect with customers, assess needs and present solutions.

Education

BBA - Business Administration And Management

Bharathiar University
Coimbatore, India
06.2015 - 06.2018

Skills

Bank Reconciliation

Variance Analysis

Recordkeeping

Cost accounting

General ledger accounting

Fraud Analytics

Advanced Excel

Financial statement review

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved $2,00,000 worth fraud which led to Warrior Spirit Award( JCPenney)
  • Collaborated with team of finance in the development of Bot Automation (JCPenney)
  • Achieved Racing Challenger Award (Amazon)
  • Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of Fraud Analyitics Project which won the Business excellence Awards 2023.

Timeline

Senior Accounting Specialist

JCPenney
05.2024 - Current

Accounting Specialist

JCPenney
10.2021 - 04.2024

Transaction Risk Investigator

Amazon
11.2019 - 10.2021

Customer Service Associate

Concentrix
04.2018 - 03.2019

BBA - Business Administration And Management

Bharathiar University
06.2015 - 06.2018

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