Nikhil Dalvadi
Summary
- Chartered Accountant and US CPA candidate with experience in a large audit and advisory firm and as a Finance Head, specializing in audit, compliance, and financial reporting. Strong exposure to internal and statutory audits and first-time Ind AS adoption, with a proven record of profitability improvement and tax efficiency. Seeking international opportunities in the UK, Australia, New Zealand, or Canada.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of Finance
KUOE Keystone Publication LLP
Ahmedabad, India
04.2024 - 09.2026
- Led end-to-end finance and accounting operations, managing a 3-member team across GL, AP/AR, statutory compliance, payroll, budgeting, and MIS reporting.
- Oversaw the accounting framework, internal controls, and budget governance, ensuring accurate and timely reporting, audit readiness, and compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.
- Designed and implemented audit trails, process improvements, and budget monitoring mechanisms, reducing manual dependency and strengthening governance and control effectiveness.
- Supported management through MIS reporting, budget vs. actual analysis, and variance insights, enabling informed decision-making and corrective action planning.
Audit Assistant
Manubhai & Shah LLP
Ahmedabad, India
02.2021 - 02.2024
- Executed internal audits across P2P, H2R, and O2C processes for clients across manufacturing, construction, oil and gas, NGOs, and educational institutions, including RCM preparation and control gap analysis.
- Performed statutory audits, including first-time Ind AS adoption, supporting transition adjustments, disclosures, and audit documentation.
- Conducted tax audits for sole proprietorships, private limited companies, and LLPs, ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and reporting requirements.
- Led inventory and fixed asset audits, including physical verification and the creation of a first-time Fixed Asset Register, correcting capitalisation and eliminating non-existent assets.
- Supported specialised advisory assignments, including valuation assistance for promoter share buyback transactions.
Education
Auditing and Taxation
Chartered Accountant (India)
11.2023
Accounting and US Taxation
US CPA
01.2026
Accounting and Auditing
Bachelor of Commerce
01.2026
Skills
Core professional experience:
- Internal audit (P2P, O2C, H2R process reviews)
- Statutory audit and tax audit
- Financial Reporting
KEY ACHEIVEMENTS
- Identified and resolved TDS mismatches across four prior financial years, enabling savings exceeding INR 1 million while fully mitigating penalty and interest exposure.
- Identified GST and Customs Duty compliance gaps during internal audits, resulting in recurring annual savings exceeding INR 2 million through process and control improvements.
Education
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Timeline
Head of Finance
KUOE Keystone Publication LLP
04.2024 - 09.2026
Audit Assistant
Manubhai & Shah LLP
02.2021 - 02.2024
Auditing and Taxation
Chartered Accountant (India)
Accounting and US Taxation
US CPA
Accounting and Auditing
Bachelor of Commerce