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Ramana Krishnan

Chennai

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience at BNP Paribas, excelling in tax reclaim processes and team leadership. Proven track record in process optimization and compliance, driving initiatives that enhance operational efficiency. Skilled in financial analysis and effective communication, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence within teams. Forward-thinking professional with proven history of leadership, planning and problem solving. Adept collaboration with professional to accomplish demanding objectives, motivate staff, and organize resources. Systematic understanding of maintaining coverage for all operational needs.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Manager – Global Tax Custody

BNP Paribas
12.2024 - Current
  • Manage end-to-end tax reclaim processes under global custody, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant submissions to tax authorities.
  • Lead and supervise a team members by allocating tasks based on individual expertise, balancing workloads, and setting clear performance expectations.
  • Provide on-the-job training and process refreshers to team members, addressing knowledge gaps and fostering continuous learning.
  • Implement and monitor strict control frameworks to prevent deviations, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulatory requirements.
  • Conduct regular quality checks and reviews to maintain high accuracy and minimize risk of rejections or penalties.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders to streamline processes, resolve escalations, and enhance operational efficiency.
  • Drive process improvement initiatives, including automation opportunities, to reduce turnaround time and enhance client satisfaction.
  • Prepare and present management reports and dashboards tracking team performance, productivity, and error trends for senior leadership review.
  • Mentor and motivate the team to build a culture of accountability, ownership, and excellence in deliverables.
  • Ensure strong business continuity planning (BCP) and adherence to deadlines during peak volumes.
  • Act as a point of contact for audits and compliance reviews, ensuring smooth closure with minimal findings.

Associate Global Custody Tax

Quantum Leap Consulting Pvt, Ltd.
Guindy
03.2024 - 11.2024
  • Acquired knowledge about the stock line creations, alternation and renunciations along with the Matrix lines integration.
  • Participated in Stock Campaign for Switzerland and Belgium markets – Reclaim Operations.
  • Learned and performed Tax pack services – Reclaim Operations.
  • Handled Stock Queries.
  • Cultivated basics about various markets dealt (E.g: Switzerland, France, Belgium, Netherland and Denmark).
  • Handled Letters received from Netherland, Belgium, Switzerland and Denmark markets.
  • Currently participating in acquiring knowledge about Netherlands Reclaim Operations (Review and Letters).

Audit Manager

Mugilan & Company
Chennai
04.2021 - 01.2024
  • Monitored changes in regulatory environment affecting clients' business operations and adjusted audit plans accordingly.
  • Collected and analyzed financial data to identify improvements for controls and compliance.
  • Maintained an up-to-date knowledge base of relevant accounting standards and industry trends.
  • Assessed compliance risk, developed audit work plans and documented findings.
  • Assisted in developing new policies and procedures designed to enhance internal controls.

Audit Assistant

Subramaniyan And Swaminathan Firm
Chennai
02.2018 - 01.2021
  • Worked audit engagements for industries in engineering, manufacturing, and Trading sector.
  • Reviewed accounting clients' financial data systems to determine functional compliance.
  • Developed strategic recommendations for improving processes and reviewed suitability of internal control.
  • Completed audits in accordance with regulations and procedures.
  • Handful experience in preparing Tax audit report, TDS, GST monthly and Annual Report.
  • Performed extensive assessments of assets, liabilities and equity to verify accuracy in financial reports.

Education

CA Final Group 2 - Taxation and Cost Management

Institute of Chartered Accountant of India
Chennai, India
05.2023

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - Finance and Taxation

Pondicherry University
Pondicherry, India
11.2019

High School Diploma -

Achariya Siksha Mandir
Pondicherry, India
04.2012

Master of Commerce (M.Com) - Finance and Taxation

Indira Gandhi National Open University
India

Skills

  • Financial analysis and controls
  • GST and TDS compliance
  • Audit management and techniques
  • Client relationship management
  • Risk assessment and management
  • Tax return preparation and compliance
  • Process improvement strategies
  • Team leadership and cooperation
  • Effective communication skills
  • Regulatory knowledge
  • Strategic decision-making
  • Process optimization
  • Performance monitoring
  • Conflict resolution
  • Business continuity planning

Personal Information

  • Date of birth: 08/22/94
  • Address: Choolaimedu, Chennai, 600 094

Locations

  • Chennai
  • Nellore
  • Tirupathi

Languages

Tamil
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Hobbies

  • Mentoring and knowledge sharing
  • Learning new technologies and ERP tools
  • Traveling
  • Music
  • Cooking, culinary exploration
  • Badminton

Timeline

Assistant Manager – Global Tax Custody

BNP Paribas
12.2024 - Current

Associate Global Custody Tax

Quantum Leap Consulting Pvt, Ltd.
03.2024 - 11.2024

Audit Manager

Mugilan & Company
04.2021 - 01.2024

Audit Assistant

Subramaniyan And Swaminathan Firm
02.2018 - 01.2021

CA Final Group 2 - Taxation and Cost Management

Institute of Chartered Accountant of India

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - Finance and Taxation

Pondicherry University

High School Diploma -

Achariya Siksha Mandir

Master of Commerce (M.Com) - Finance and Taxation

Indira Gandhi National Open University

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