Nikesh Pednekar
Mumbai
Summary
Finance professional with extensive experience at Tata Consultancy Services Ltd., specializing in financial reporting and month-end closing. Demonstrated ability to enhance compliance and accuracy through collaboration and analytical skills. Skilled in intercompany accounting and implementing process improvements to optimize financial operations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd.
Mumbai
11.2023 - Current
- Led successful transition of R2R processes from US to India, establishing standardized procedures and ensuring knowledge transfer.
- Managed end-to-end month-end closure activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
- Maintained accurate records of accounts payable and receivable transactions for timely processing.
- Oversaw TDS payments and advance tax computations, ensuring compliance with regulatory deadlines.
- Served as primary liaison for internal and external audits, addressing compliance and regulatory requirements.
- Oversaw inter-company transaction reconciliations, resolving Interco breaks to maintain data integrity.
- Assisted in tax filings and addressed inquiries from authorities regarding assessments and notices.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and ensure accuracy in financial statements.
General Accounting Ops Analyst
Accenture Solutions Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
03.2017 - 11.2023
- Managed month-end accounting and financial reporting to ensure accurate results.
- Ensured compliance with direct and indirect tax regulations, minimizing risks.
- Supported statutory and tax audits by providing documentation and resolving queries.
- Prepared and reviewed Black line reconciliations for precise financial statements.
- Strengthened financial controls through process improvements and risk management initiatives.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance accuracy in financial reporting.
- Conducted daily accounting operations, including journal entries and reconciliations.
General Accounting Ops Associate
Accenture Solutions Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
11.2014 - 03.2017
- Monitored clearing and accruals for timely resolution of discrepancies.
- Reviewed general ledger and trial balances to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Assisted in preparation of financial statements in accordance with IFRS standards.
- Prepared and delivered reconciliations for source systems across legal entities.
- Identified and resolved issues arising from financial reports, providing effective solutions.
Associate
Atos Syntel.
Mumbai
01.2011 - 09.2014
- Recorded journal entries in SAP for assigned entities per Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
- Executed account reconciliations, including bank and balance sheet accounts.
- Conducted period-end activities following financial close schedules and established guidelines.
- Addressed In-Market queries and processed post-accounting adjustments as needed.
- Supported internal and external financial audits to ensure compliance.
Cashier
Vijay Sales
Mumbai
12.2009 - 01.2011
- Executed weekly and monthly reconciliation of cash and accruals.
- Performed daily cash reconciliation and transaction analysis.
- Recorded purchase and sales entries in ERP system accurately.
Education
MBA - Finance
ITM SNHU University
MUMBAI, INDIA10.2014
B COM -
Menon College, Mumbai University
Mumbai, INDIA03.2009
HSC -
Kankavali College, Maharashtra Board
Kankavali, INDIA03.2006
Skills
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Balance sheet reconciliation
- Month-end closing
- Accounts receivable and payable reconciliation
- Treasury accounting
- Intercompany accounting
- Settlement processes
- SOX compliance
- Auditing practices
- Lease accounting
- Communication skills
- Team collaboration
Additional Information
Earned 'Star of The Business' Award in 2016-17 & 2022.
Awarded as Star of the Month in Jan 2018 and Jan 2021.
Implemented automation Ideas to save time and created client values.
Timeline
Assistant Manager
Tata Consultancy Services Ltd.
11.2023 - Current
General Accounting Ops Analyst
Accenture Solutions Pvt Ltd
03.2017 - 11.2023
General Accounting Ops Associate
Accenture Solutions Pvt Ltd
11.2014 - 03.2017
Associate
Atos Syntel.
01.2011 - 09.2014
Cashier
Vijay Sales
12.2009 - 01.2011
MBA - Finance
ITM SNHU University
B COM -
Menon College, Mumbai University
HSC -
Kankavali College, Maharashtra Board
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