Raghumithran Sridharan
Chennai
Summary
Results-driven finance professional excelling in budget preparation and accounting management. Delivers robust financial reporting while ensuring compliance with tax regulations and audit requirements. Cultivates a self-reliant team environment that fosters participation and drives organisational success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Finance & Accounts
De Smet Engineers & Contractors India Private Ltd
Chennai, India
04.2024 - Current
- Ensuring Timely Preparation and Validation of Final Financial Statements From End to End with the Statutory Auditors.
- Spearheaded the Implementation of New Accounting Software, improving efficiency within the Finance Department.
- Resolved issues during implementation period to ensure smooth functioning of new accounting software.
- Smooth Audit of Account in the New Environment and Filing of Statutory Returns.
- Coordinated with audit firm to facilitate timely audit of accounts and Assistance in Validation for filing of statutory returns.
- Preparation and Finalization and obtaining Approval of Budget.
- Ensured compliance with GST payments and timely filing of GST returns along with the Process of Refund Application.
- Filing of Periodical Tax Related Returns of the company and TDS Returns.
- General Ledger Reconciliation.
- Vendor Creation.Processing of vendor payments and reconciled accounts payable records.
- Accounts Receivable Reconciliation.
- Facilitated the billing process by generating accurate invoices.
- Follow up of Overdue Invoices & Ensuring Timely Payments are received within the Stipulated Time Limit.
- Conducting Variance Analysis & Comparison made on a quarterly basis & Previous Year Ended Quarter Data. Explaining the Factors leading to the Variance Analysis.
- Checking and Validation of all accounting entries.
- Adherence to laid down Accounting Principles.
- Preparation & Verification of the Final Settlement File upon the Relieving of the Employee.
Lead - Finance & Administration
De Smet Engineers & Contractors India Private Limited
Chennai, India
05.2021 - 03.2024
- Developed Finance & Administration team, enhancing departmental capabilities.
- Recruitment of Engineers, Administration staff, Finance Assistants – through references and Recruiting agencies.
- Ensured Quick Settlement of Claims with the Insurance Companies.
- Negotiating and finalizing Group Medical Insurance Policy for employees – Year on Year Added Benefits.
- Compliance in respect of EPF Remittances, facilitating staff for withdrawal and other related matters.
- Managed expansion of office space to accommodate growing team needs.
- Coordinated with consulting agencies to secure early sanctions from government for export incentives.
- Ensured Smooth Transition from earlier systems.
- Motivating Team Members for self-oriented Participation and achieving company goals.
- Dealing with Money changers for Best Exchange Rates for Foreign Travel of the Employees.
- Negotiating with the Landlord/s for Fair Rent, Amenities.
- Organised travel logistics and accommodation for foreign delegates, ensuring seamless experiences.
Accounts Executive
De Smet Engineers & Contractors India Private Limited
Chennai
10.2018 - 04.2021
- Prepared project-wise sales invoices for timely reporting to head office, facilitating financial transparency and accountability.
- Verified vendor bills prior to payment to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial procedures.
- Completed bank reconciliation statement to ensure accurate financial records.
- Managed bookkeeping tasks, including entry processing in Tally and extraction of periodical MIS statements to support financial oversight.
Education
Integrated Professional Competency Course - CA Intermediate Level
11-2012
Common Proficiency Test - CA Foundation Level
01-2009
Bachelor of Commerce -
Loyola College
ChennaiSkills
- Cash Flow Management
- Budget Preparation
- Accounting Management
- Tax Compliance
- Financial analysis
- Financial reporting
- Audit coordination
- Data validation
- Planning and Coordination
- Problem Solving Abilities
- Team Building
- Self-reliant approach
Personal Information
Passport Number: R3735324
Hobbies and Interests
- Playing Cricket
- Playing Badminton
Timeline
Lead Finance & Accounts
De Smet Engineers & Contractors India Private Ltd
04.2024 - Current
Lead - Finance & Administration
De Smet Engineers & Contractors India Private Limited
05.2021 - 03.2024
Accounts Executive
De Smet Engineers & Contractors India Private Limited
10.2018 - 04.2021
Integrated Professional Competency Course - CA Intermediate Level
Common Proficiency Test - CA Foundation Level
Bachelor of Commerce -
Loyola College