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Priti Divade

Priti Divade

Airoli Navi Mumbai

Summary

Results-driven finance professional with over 18 years of experience in accounts management across diverse industries. Proven track record in optimizing financial processes and enhancing operational efficiency. Currently managing accounts and finance at Vertoz Limited leveraging expertise to drive financial performance. Previous roles include account associate and accounts payable executive, demonstrating a strong foundation in financial operations and client relations. Detail-oriented Manager – Accounts & Finance with a robust background in financial accounting and reporting. Ensures accurate closure of accounts, maintains compliance with regulations, and enhances cash flow management. Drives process improvements and team leadership to achieve organisational financial goals.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager - Accounts & Finance

Vertoz Limited
Mumbai
10.2013 - Current

1. Financial Accounting and Reporting. 2. Accounts Receivable (AR) Management. Accounts Payable (AP) Management. Banking and Treasury Management 5. Taxation and Regulatory Compliance. Audit and Internal Controls 7. Budgeting and Financial Planning. Intercompany and Reconciliation Management. Team Management and Process Improvement 10. KPI targets.

  • Ensure accurate and timely closure of monthly, quarterly, and annual accounts.
  • Prepare and review financial statements, MIS reports, and management reports.
  • Maintain compliance with accounting standards, and company policies.
  • Monitor customer collections and outstanding receivables.
  • Improve collection efficiency and reduce debtor ageing.
  • Reconcile customer accounts and resolve payment discrepancies.
  • Ensure timely processing of vendor invoices and payments.
  • Maintain healthy vendor relationships and optimise payment cycles.
  • Reconcile vendor accounts regularly.
  • Manage cash flow, fund planning, and liquidity requirements.
  • Monitor bank balances and banking transactions.
  • Coordinate with banks for operational and compliance matters.
  • Ensure timely filing of GST, TDS, Income Tax, and other statutory returns.
  • Handle tax assessments, notices, and audits.
  • Maintain compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Coordinate statutory, tax, and internal audits.
  • Strengthen financial controls and risk management processes.
  • Ensure proper documentation and audit readiness.
  • Assist in annual budgeting and forecasting.
  • Track budget versus actual performance.
  • Analyze variances and recommend corrective actions.
  • Ensure timely reconciliation of bank, customer, vendor, and intercompany accounts.
  • Resolve unreconciled items within defined timelines.
  • Maintain accuracy of group company transactions.
  • Lead and develop the accounts and finance team.
  • Establish SOPs and improve process efficiency.
  • Drive automation and system improvements.
  • Month-end closing within 5 working days.
  • Collection efficiency above 95%.
  • GST/TDS compliance with zero penalties.
  • Vendor payments processed as per agreed terms.
  • Bank and ledger reconciliations completed monthly.
  • Supported employee morale and well-being by developing positive practices centred on career development and individual job satisfaction.
  • Developed and delivered comprehensive training programmes, improving team skills and performance.
  • Cultivated work environment focused on personal responsibility, continuous improvement and delivering high-quality results.
  • Conducted performance reviews, identifying areas for development and rewarding high achievers.
  • Advised senior management on facilities needs and delivered ongoing operational support.
  • Supervised supply purchases, management and tracking in line with budgetary requirements.
  • Optimised workforce scheduling, balancing team workload to prevent burnout and maintain morale.
  • Managed organisational resources to meet administrative and operational needs whilst adhering to budgetary guidelines and meeting quality and schedule demands.
  • Recruited and hired staff for organisational vacancies and enforced consistent policies across workforce.
  • Coordinated strategic plans for administrative services management and optimisation to best use available resources.
  • Oversaw compliance with regulatory standards, passing all inspections without any violations.
  • Drove company growth with proactive mindset and results-oriented plans for business operations.
  • Led team of 15+ employees, fostering a collaborative environment to meet project deadlines efficiently.
  • Zero major audit observations.
  • Prepared statements detailing operational detail and key performance indicators.
  • Set accurate budgets based on historical data and forecasted trends to keep operations financially sound.

Account Executive

Lumiere Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Navi Mumbai
02.2013 - 09.2013
  • Assisted in operating Tally ERP software.
  • Supported daily accounting tasks.
  • Performed ledger reconciliation activities.
  • Managed petty cash records.
  • Executed payments to creditors and followed up for debtors’ payments.
  • Conducted bank reconciliation at month-end.
  • Prepared drafts for RTGS and NEFT payments.
  • Aided in project billing processes.
  • Calculated TDS and service tax on invoices.
  • Maintained staff attendance records.
  • Handled client calls and emails related to projects.
  • Addressed staff queries regarding projects.
  • Facilitated new staff induction processes.
  • Resolved customer issues and complaints with quick-thinking problem-solving.
  • Tracked sales and detailed trends through regular reports for senior management.
  • Collected and maintained accurate data needed for effective forecasting.
  • Chased overdue payments and distributed invoices for up-to-date accounting.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive solutions that met client objectives.

Accounts Executive

Deli Penrex Stationery Pvt. Ltd.
05.2011 - 02.2012
  • Assisted in managing daily accounting tasks.
  • Supported bank reconciliation through online banking.
  • Coordinated staff attendance and salary processing.
  • Maintained petty cash records.
  • Followed up on payments from debtors and to creditors.
  • Calculated TDS on bills.
  • Handled purchases and sales transactions.
  • Processed credit and debit notes for purchases and sales.
  • Communicated with creditors via email.
  • Managed expense payments for sales personnel.
  • Prepared monthly sales reports.
  • Adhered to CFO's accounting guidelines as required.
  • Drafted payment instructions for RTGS and NEFT transactions.
  • Produced regular status and sales reports within required timelines.
  • Developed valuable client relationships through proactive communication and service execution.
  • Followed brand guidelines to provide consistent customer experience.
  • Achieved company targets by implementing successful sales strategies.

Accounts Payable and Receivable Executive

Choice Consultancy Pvt. Ltd.
04.2008 - 04.2011
  • Managed daily banking operations efficiently.
  • Executed month-end bank reconciliations accurately.
  • Coordinated staff attendance and processed salary payments.
  • Maintained precise petty cash records.
  • Supported auditors during financial audits.
  • Followed up on outstanding payments from clients.
  • Communicated effectively with clients via emails and calls.
  • Calculated TDS on invoices.
  • Oversaw billing processes diligently.
  • Reviewed reports, recommendations and requests from subordinate leadership.

Assistant Clerk in Clearing Dept.

The Saraswat co-op Bank Ltd
Navi Mumbai
06.2007 - 04.2008
  • Managed savings of current fixed deposit accounts.
  • Assisted in processing outward clearing transactions.
  • Operated payment counter efficiently.
  • Supported internet and SMS banking services.
  • Answered telephone calls to offer information, direct callers and take messages.
  • Organised and maintained files, records, and correspondence for streamlined retrieval and compliance.
  • Responded to incoming requests for information or forwarded to appropriate individual.
  • Analysed data for accuracy before inputting into system.
  • Supported office operations by taking on ad-hoc clerical duties.
  • Secured data by following confidentiality procedures.
  • Scanned new documentation into system and classified data using standard codes.
  • Scheduled appointments and managed calendars for senior staff to optimise time management.

Education

Diploma in Financial Management - Accounts and Financal Management

Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research
Mumbai
2012

Bachelor of Commerce -

Mumbai University
03.2007

S.S.C. -

Maharashtra Board
03.2002

H.S.C. -

Maharashtra Board
02.2004

Skills

  • Oracle - Netsuite
  • Microsoft Office Suite (2007, 2010, 2013)
  • Tally ERP 9
  • MS-CIT certification
  • Windows XP and 7
  • Budget planning
  • Financial reporting
  • Accounts receivable management
  • Cash flow management
  • Tax compliance
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Financial analysis
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Process improvement
  • Team leadership
  • Stakeholder communication
  • Risk management
  • Performance monitoring
  • Client relationship management
  • Strategic planning
  • Conflict resolution
  • Leadership skills
  • Customer relationship building
  • Operational support
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Department management
  • Data analytics
  • Negotiation techniques
  • Sales strategy development
  • Profit and loss analysis
  • Time management
  • Product knowledge

Additional Qualification

Diploma in Financial Management, Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research, 75.00%

Custom Section

Vertoz Limited, Manager – Accounts & Finance, 2013-10-01 to present, Lumiere Business Solutions Pvt Ltd, Account Associate, 2012-02-01 to 2013-09-30, Deli Penrex Stationery Pvt Ltd, Account Payable Executive, 2011-05-01 to 2012-02-28, Choice Consultancy Pvt Ltd, Accounts Executive, 2008-04-01 to 2011-04-30, Saraswat co-op Bank Ltd, Assistant Clerk in Clearing Dept., 2007-06-12 to 2008-04-30

Hobbies and interests

  • Reading Books
  • Cooking
  • Travelling
  • Home Decoration and innovation

Accomplishments

  • Built and nurtured key client relationships to grow profit by good Percentage
  • Streamlined workflow by consolidating lengthy processes and redundant documentation which resulted in more effective and timely completion of Work.
  • Oversaw programme to reduce paper waste, resulting in savings per year.
  • Streamlined workflow by consolidating lengthy processes and redundant documentation that resulted in more effective and timely completion of Work.
  • Enhanced Accounting processes, implementing across department for increased productivity and profits.

Timeline

Manager - Accounts & Finance

Vertoz Limited
10.2013 - Current

Account Executive

Lumiere Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
02.2013 - 09.2013

Accounts Executive

Deli Penrex Stationery Pvt. Ltd.
05.2011 - 02.2012

Accounts Payable and Receivable Executive

Choice Consultancy Pvt. Ltd.
04.2008 - 04.2011

Assistant Clerk in Clearing Dept.

The Saraswat co-op Bank Ltd
06.2007 - 04.2008

Diploma in Financial Management - Accounts and Financal Management

Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research

Bachelor of Commerce -

Mumbai University

S.S.C. -

Maharashtra Board

H.S.C. -

Maharashtra Board
Priti Divade