Nivedita Daga
Chartered Accountant
Kolkata
Summary
Chartered Accountant Professional with more than 5 years of experience in Audit- Internal and External, Finance and Heading Accounting Teams
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
24
24
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Wooden Toy Designer and Seller
HNT KIDS
03.2015 - Current
- Import Toys
- Design and Outsource Toys from India. Having a product range of over 100 toys.
- Set up and Manage Finance and Accounts
- Set up Online System of sales through Flipkart, Amazon and First Cry amongst others. Achieving sales of upto Rs. 5Lakhs a month
- Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, reducing costs while maintaining product quality.
- Implemented efficient operational processes to optimize productivity and resource allocation.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
- Built a positive organizational culture that fostered creativity, innovation, and employee engagement.
- Managed risk effectively by implementing comprehensive policies and procedures to mitigate potential threats to the business.
- Developed design deliverables that elevated, differentiated, and functioned on-brand and on-strategy
CFO at Sanjeevani Health Pvt Ltd.
SANJEEVANI HEALTH AND LIFESTYLE (APOLLO CLINICS)
01.2013 - 03.2016
- Managed and coordinated salary distribution and for 2 clinics and 1 event management company
- Procurement cost manager
- Statutory Compliances
- Headed the Accounts Team for both
- Evaluated investment opportunities diligently, contributing to informed decisions regarding potential projects and their expected returns.
- Refined internal control procedures, strengthening the overall integrity of financial data captured within the system. Saving revenue of Rs.25,000 to Rs. 50,000 a month
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements by staying current on industry developments and implementing necessary controls within the organization. Including overseeing preparation of and finalizing returns of Income Tax, GST, PF, ESI, VAT, Cos. Act and other industry related requirements
- Led budgeting process, collaborating with department heads to allocate resources strategically and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors and suppliers, achieving significant savings on procurement expenses.
- Mentored finance and accounts team members, fostering a culture of professional growth and skill development within the department.
- Enhanced cash flow management through the development of robust forecasting models, ensuring optimal liquidity for business operations.
- Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures across various departments.
- Streamlined financial processes by implementing automation and reducing manual tasks, leading to increased efficiency and accuracy. Specially in the cases of accounts payable
- Collaborated cross-functionally with other departments to drive process improvements that positively impacted bottom-line results.
- Managed risk effectively through the establishment of a comprehensive risk management framework, safeguarding company assets against potential threats.
- Managed relationships with external auditors, ensuring a smooth and efficient annual audit process with minimal findings or issues identified.
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
Executive Chartered Accountant
SULTANIA SANJAY & CO.
06.2012 - 02.2013
- Audit Team for SMEs
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering loyalty through exceptional service and professional advice.
- Streamlined accounting processes for improved efficiency and reduced errors.
- Conducted regular reconciliations of balance sheet accounts to maintain accurate records essential for decision-making purposes.
- Provided valuable insights to clients through comprehensive financial analysis and strategic planning.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop cohesive financial strategies for organizational growth.
- Streamlined accounting processes for improved efficiency and reduced errors, implementing new software systems.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by accurately preparing and submitting tax returns for clients.
- Mentored junior accountants, providing guidance on best practices and career development opportunities.
- Served as a trusted advisor to executive leadership, offering data-driven recommendations on financial matters that aligned with business goals.
Education
Chartered Accountant - Finance And Accounting
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Kolkata 01.2006 - 04.2012
B.COM (HONS. F) - undefined
CALCUTTA UNIVERSITY, SOUTH CITY COLLEGE
01.2006 - 04.2009
INDIAN SCHOOL CERTIFICATE (GCE 'A' LEVEL -E) - undefined
MODERN HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS, KOLKATA
01.1992 - 04.2006
Cleared GSO Exam July 2024
ICSI
Skills
Project Management
Staff Management
Strategic Planning
Financial Management
Marketing
Operations Management
Talent Acquisition
Team Leadership
Strategic Thinking
Recognition
- 2004 Governor's Award (From Governor of West Bengal) for Girl Guiding in India
- 2006 Presidents Award (From President of India) for Guiding in India
- 2007 Diploma in Fine Arts, Pracheen Kala Kendra Chandigarh
- 2011 Stood first in the G.M.C.S. workshop held at the ICAI
- 2022 Art of Living Happiness Course Teacher
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 08/25/1987
Timeline
Wooden Toy Designer and Seller
HNT KIDS
03.2015 - Current
CFO at Sanjeevani Health Pvt Ltd.
SANJEEVANI HEALTH AND LIFESTYLE (APOLLO CLINICS)
01.2013 - 03.2016
Executive Chartered Accountant
SULTANIA SANJAY & CO.
06.2012 - 02.2013
Chartered Accountant - Finance And Accounting
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
01.2006 - 04.2012
B.COM (HONS. F) - undefined
CALCUTTA UNIVERSITY, SOUTH CITY COLLEGE
01.2006 - 04.2009
INDIAN SCHOOL CERTIFICATE (GCE 'A' LEVEL -E) - undefined
MODERN HIGH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS, KOLKATA
01.1992 - 04.2006
Cleared GSO Exam July 2024
ICSI
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