Praveen Surendra Ootwal
A/401, Sundaram, Balaji Aangan Complex, Thakurli (East)
Summary
With nearly 24 years of experience, I am a results-oriented professional skilled in project leadership, process improvement, and providing top-notch customer service. My proactive methods consistently yield outstanding service metrics and audit scores through strategic initiatives. I excel in resource management, collaborating with internal stakeholders, and ensuring smooth business operations. My expertise extends to MIS management, automation, system integration, and database management. I have a strong background in conflict resolution, team handling, and data analysis, leveraging technology, automation, and BI solutions to optimize operational efficiency.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
A.V.P - Central Operations
Piramal Capital and Housing Finance Ltd
01.2008 - Current
- Leading the Centralised activities for Pan India: Disbursements Payouts, Loan Cancellations, Waivers, Refunds, Insurance
- Mentored and coached a team of 25 members to optimize coordination and drive productivity
- Oversaw and ensured timely completion of customer service activities, including centralized refunds, loan cancellations, disbursements, electronic payouts, and remote cheque printing at branches
- Monitored and enforced adherence to established processes and turnaround times, streamlining operations
- Identified and recommended system and process improvements, enhancing efficiency and customer satisfaction
- Managed MIS automation and system integration to improve data reporting and decision-making
- Conducted regular reviews of standard operating procedures, ensuring best practices were consistently applied
- Ensured accurate accounting, GL scrutiny, and record maintenance, significantly reducing audit discrepancies
- Facilitated and managed quarterly, half-yearly, and yearly audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy
- Improving process effectiveness by leveraging technology/automations/BIU interventions
- Designed and developed dashboards to track team activities and support management presentations
- Led system enhancements to drive process improvements, including coordinating User Acceptance Testing (UAT) as needed
- Led database management initiatives to streamline record-keeping and maintenance of the processes
- Published and presented comprehensive MIS dashboards, providing valuable insights for informed decision-making
- Mentored and trained managers for career progression by conducting regular knowledge-sharing sessions and skill development initiatives
Deputy Manager - Corporate Accounts
DHFL
01.2008 - 05.2015
- Finalisation of Accounts - Handling a team of 3 Members
- Managed centralized DSA pay-outs, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
- Conducted monthly bank reconciliation, maintaining financial transparency and integrity
- Finalized books of accounts monthly, including preparation of trial balance, profit & loss A/C, and balance sheet
- Scrutinized GL accounts to identify discrepancies and rectify errors
- Executed monthly closing entries, ensuring accurate financial reporting
- Conducted pre-audit of bills of creditors and managed payments to creditors, maintaining financial control
- Implemented data analysis techniques to improve financial tracking and reconciliation
- Developed and automated MIS reporting for senior management, enhancing decision-making efficiency
Chief Accounts Officer
Slugs India Ltd.
11.2005 - 12.2007
- Conducted monthly scrutiny of ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance
- Managed e-TDS returns and issued TDS certificates
- Handled semi-annual service tax returns for Cenvat Credit
- Coordinated with banks and financial institutions to facilitate financial transactions
- Prepared and submitted monthly debtors and stock statements for working capital requirements
- Managed income tax assessments, ensuring regulatory compliance
- Led system integration initiatives to align financial reporting with corporate goals
Accounts Assistant
Suyog Diagnostics Pvt. Ltd.
06.2004 - 10.2005
- Executed data entry in Tally, encompassing sales, purchases, stock transfers, journals, and cash transactions
- Managed petty cash and ensured proper tracking and reconciliation
- Prepared MIS reports for sales, collections, and employee costs
- Conducted monthly stock valuation, ensuring inventory accuracy
- Streamlined tax compliance processes for TDS, sales tax, and professional tax
- Implemented database management practices to improve financial record-keeping
Accounts Assistant
D K Sampat & Co
02.2001 - 12.2003
- Managed accounting for vendor bills and accruals in SAP
- Reconciled excise duty accounting and conducted data entry in SAP
- Finalized monthly, quarterly, and yearly accounts
- Consolidated sales data and integrated it into the Tally accounting system
- Handled import-related payments and associated accounting
- Conducted statutory and internal audits to ensure compliance with regulations
Education
MBA - Finance
Pursuing - D.Y Patil University
07-2026
Diploma in Financial Management - undefined
Welingkars Institute
01.2008
T.Y.B. Com -
K.J Somaiya College of Arts & Commerce
04.2000
H.S.C - undefined
S.K Somaiya College of Arts & Commerce
03.1997
S.S.C -
North Bombay Welfare Society High School
03.1995
Skills
- Bank Reconciliation
- P&L Management
- MIS Management
- MIS Automation
- System Integration
- Conflict Management
- Team Handling
- Data Analysis
- Database Management
Languages
English
Hindi
Marathi
Sport
Cricket
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 07/08/77
- Marital Status: Married
Hobbies and Interests
Music
Highlights
- PCHFL Outstanding Performance Award, 01/01/23
- DHFL RACE Award, 01/01/18
- Nominated in the DHFL Internal Talent Pool
Timeline
A.V.P - Central Operations
Piramal Capital and Housing Finance Ltd
01.2008 - Current
Deputy Manager - Corporate Accounts
DHFL
01.2008 - 05.2015
Chief Accounts Officer
Slugs India Ltd.
11.2005 - 12.2007
Accounts Assistant
Suyog Diagnostics Pvt. Ltd.
06.2004 - 10.2005
Accounts Assistant
D K Sampat & Co
02.2001 - 12.2003
Diploma in Financial Management - undefined
Welingkars Institute
H.S.C - undefined
S.K Somaiya College of Arts & Commerce
MBA - Finance
Pursuing - D.Y Patil University
T.Y.B. Com -
K.J Somaiya College of Arts & Commerce
S.S.C -
North Bombay Welfare Society High School
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