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PURNIMA SEHGAL

Dubai

Summary

Finance and accounts professional with over 10 years of experience in comprehensive accounting and financial management. Expertise in Ind AS, IFRS, UAE VAT, and corporate tax compliance. Proven track record in optimizing operations, implementing ERP systems, and delivering precise MIS reporting to support strategic decision-making.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accounts Manager

QAIPL Pvt. Ltd.
Noida
10.2021 - Current
  • Company Overview: A multi-entity business group with diversified interests across real estate letting, IT services, investment banking, IB education, PR, hostel management, sports academy, and investment holdings
  • Finalized standalone and consolidated financial statements, including audit schedules and disclosures per IFRS/Ind AS.
  • Ensured complete statutory compliance with GST, TDS, PF/ESI, and filed multiple returns accurately.
  • Managed payroll for over 200 employees, overseeing structuring, tax deductions, and settlements using HR One/Hawk HR.
  • Delivered MIS reports and profitability analyses for board-level strategic decisions.
  • Oversaw budgeting and treasury functions, including fund allocation in AIFs, ETFs, mutual funds, and equities.
  • Executed foreign transactions with compliance on Softex filings, LUTs, and RBI regulations.
  • Maintained Fixed Asset Register with accurate tagging, capitalization, disposals, and depreciation tracking.
  • Led ROC compliance initiatives while maintaining statutory registers and board minutes.

Senior Executive

Sannam S4 Acumen Pvt. Ltd.
Delhi
10.2019 - 09.2021
  • Managed finance operations for international education clients, overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and stakeholder communication.
  • Ensured compliance with GST, TDS, RCM, and Equalization Levy through timely processing of domestic and foreign payables.
  • Oversaw billing, revenue recognition, collection follow-ups, and aging analysis for global clients.
  • Automated employee reimbursement processes using Happay to align with budgetary and policy requirements.
  • Processed foreign remittances in compliance with RBI and FEMA norms, including 15CA/CB and purpose code classification.
  • Reviewed vendor contracts and renewals while maintaining audit-ready documentation.
  • Executed month-end closings, including accruals, cut-offs, aging validation, and prepaid expense adjustments.
  • Prepared Bank Reconciliation Statements across domestic and foreign accounts to ensure accuracy.

Accountant – Finance & Operations

Six Avenue Models Pvt. Ltd.
Delhi
01.2015 - 01.2019
  • Managed end-to-end accounting in Tally, including sales booking and revenue recognition.
  • Processed payroll for office staff and models, covering salary, TDS, and reimbursements.
  • Handled foreign model tax documentation and coordinated with visa authorities for compliance.
  • Issued invoices to top clients, tracked receivables, and resolved collection disputes.
  • Controlled budgets for shoots, campaigns, and events, ensuring financial reconciliation.
  • Maintained assets and leases, ensuring insurance and servicing of equipment.
  • Supported migration to semi-automated systems, enhancing reporting accuracy and speed.
  • Delivered MIS reports on receivables and payables for management insights.

Article Trainee – Audit & Accounts

Scannr & Co.
02.2012 - 03.2014
  • Conducted statutory and internal audits for corporates and NGOs, ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Performed ledger scrutiny, vouching, bank reconciliation statements, and tax compliance reviews.
  • Executed debtors aging analysis, stock and cash verification, and vendor reconciliations.
  • Drafted audit observations to highlight discrepancies and areas for improvement.
  • Supported ROC filings (20B, 23AC, 24AB) to maintain corporate compliance with MCA requirements.
  • Prepared TDS and Service Tax returns while managing purchase and sales vouching in Tally.
  • Facilitated accounts finalization and MIS reporting to enhance financial oversight.
  • Managed online tax payments through government portals to ensure timely compliance.

Article Trainee – Audit & Accounts

S.C Kwatra & Co.
03.2011 - 02.2012
  • Conducted statutory and internal audits for corporates and NGOs, ensuring compliance with regulations.
  • Performed ledger scrutiny, vouching, bank reconciliation statements, and tax compliance reviews.
  • Executed debtors aging analysis, stock and cash verification, and vendor reconciliations.
  • Drafted audit observations to highlight discrepancies and areas for improvement.
  • Supported ROC filings (20B, 23AC, 24AB) to maintain corporate compliance with MCA requirements.
  • Prepared TDS and Service Tax returns while managing purchase and sales vouching in Tally.
  • Facilitated accounts finalization and MIS reporting to enhance financial oversight.
  • Managed online tax payments through government portals to ensure timely compliance.

Education

CA IPCC - Both Groups Cleared

ICAI
01.2010

CMA Inter - Both Groups Cleared

ICMA
01.2013

B.Com -

Delhi University

CBSE - 12th, 10th

Skills

  • Financial operations management
  • Audit coordination
  • Budgeting and compliance
  • Financial statement preparation
  • Statutory compliance
  • ERP implementation
  • Payroll automation
  • Cross-border transaction handling
  • Commercial agreement drafting
  • Investment portfolio management
  • MIS development
  • Receivables recovery
  • Fixed asset management
  • Treasury and fund flow oversight

Certification

  • IFRS Certification – Pursuing (Grant Thornton)
  • UAE VAT & Corporate Tax
  • Power BI & Advanced Excel

Languages

English, Hindi, Punjabi

Additional Information

  • Nationality: Indian
  • Status: Married
  • Passport: Valid | Relocation: Immediate

Timeline

Accounts Manager

QAIPL Pvt. Ltd.
10.2021 - Current

Senior Executive

Sannam S4 Acumen Pvt. Ltd.
10.2019 - 09.2021

Accountant – Finance & Operations

Six Avenue Models Pvt. Ltd.
01.2015 - 01.2019

Article Trainee – Audit & Accounts

Scannr & Co.
02.2012 - 03.2014

Article Trainee – Audit & Accounts

S.C Kwatra & Co.
03.2011 - 02.2012

CA IPCC - Both Groups Cleared

ICAI

CMA Inter - Both Groups Cleared

ICMA

B.Com -

Delhi University

CBSE - 12th, 10th

PURNIMA SEHGAL