Nishtha Pithawalla
Chartered Accountant
Surat
Summary
Dynamic finance professional with a proven track record at Growwth Partners Pte. Ltd., excelling in strategic planning and compliance monitoring. Adept at enhancing cash flow and fostering team leadership, I have successfully managed complex investor reporting, complex SAAS businesses, audit processes and delivered accurate financial reporting on a consolidated level for MNCs, ensuring organizational success and client satisfaction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Growwth Parters Pte. Ltd
06.2022 - Current
- Managed relationships with external auditors, ensuring a smooth and efficient annual audit process with minimal findings or issues identified.
- Collaborated on investor communications and reporting, aided in the coordination of due diligence requests, and assisted the team during funding rounds.
- Mentored finance team members, fostering a culture of professional growth and skill development within the department.
- Oversaw the preparation and submission of all corporate tax filings and GST in Singapore, mitigating potential risks associated with noncompliance.
- Prepared accurate financial statements at the end of the month. Overall review of the quarter and year-end to summarize financial health and business performance.
- Collaborated on investor communications and reporting, aided in the coordination of due diligence requests, and assisted the clients during funding rounds.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, improving cash flow, and reducing outstanding debts. Cross-border payments and compliance for the withholding taxes.
Proprietor
Nishtha Pithawalla & Associates
07.2013 - 06.2022
- Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
- Managed multiple concurrent audit engagements, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, building trust and ensuring a high level of satisfaction during the audit process.
- Indian tax compliance matters, such as income tax return filing for all kinds of entities, GST return filings, TDS filings, income tax audits, and GST audits.
Director
Futuristic Pithawalla Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
11.2018 - 05.2022
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by accurately preparing and submitting tax returns for the company.
- Served as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, offering data-driven recommendations on financial matters that aligned with business goals.
- Managed complex projects effectively by coordinating team efforts, ensuring on-time completion of tasks within scope, and budget constraints.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
Internal Accountant
Cadiox Pharma
05.2012 - 07.2013
- Maintained accurate financial records through diligent data entry and regular audits.
- Assisted external auditors during annual audit processes, providing prompt responses and required documentation.
Article Assistant
Hiren M. Diwan & Company, Chartered Accountants
09.2007 - 01.2012
- Performed auditing work in accordance with Indian accounting, auditing standards and principles.
- Increased accuracy of financial data by thoroughly reviewing client documents and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Consistently met deadlines for audit reports, helping maintain company reputation for reliability and professionalism.
Education
Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
New Delhi, India 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce -
SPB English Medium School
Surat, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Team leadership
Timeline
Manager
Growwth Parters Pte. Ltd
06.2022 - Current
Director
Futuristic Pithawalla Engineering Pvt. Ltd.
11.2018 - 05.2022
Proprietor
Nishtha Pithawalla & Associates
07.2013 - 06.2022
Internal Accountant
Cadiox Pharma
05.2012 - 07.2013
Article Assistant
Hiren M. Diwan & Company, Chartered Accountants
09.2007 - 01.2012
Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce -
SPB English Medium School
04.2001 -