Ramanananda V
Chartered Accoutant, Strategic Finance From IIM Lucknow, MBA
Hyderabad
Summary
Skilled Finance Leader bringing 16+ years of experience working with Big4/6s and Industry and as Management Consultant helping Organizations and Management on timely accurate insights for decision support. Provided inputs on and Improved Cash Flow and helped with timely finance arrangements. Proven leadership and successful in leading teams in achieving financial goals. Accomplished in working with executive leaders to develop business, financial and growth strategies. Have handled Audits, IPOs and Valuations, worked on US GAAP, IND AS, IFRS and Tax areas.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Finance Controller / SVP - Finance and Accounts
TAO Digital India Private Limited
2023.05 - Current
- Recommended investments and investment timing to companies, investment firm staff, and public.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
- Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.
- Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
- Created and distributed reports on internal and external finances, audits, and budgets.
- Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Calculated salesperson commissions based on established parameters and disbursed payments.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Prepared and filed tax returns and generated monthly reports in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Formulated strategic plans and supported tactical initiatives to execute cost-savings deliverables.
- Supported program managers in providing procedural training on finance and accounting.
Virtual CFO
Multiple Entities
Hyderabad, India , Telangana
07.2021 - 04.2023
- Developed and executed financial strategies to support company growth initiatives, driving revenue growth and profitability.
Oversaw financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, to optimize resource allocation and drive operational efficiency. - Implemented robust financial controls and risk management processes to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Led M&A transactions, including due diligence, valuation, and integration planning, resulting in successful acquisitions and strategic partnerships.
- Established key performance indicators (KPIs) and financial metrics to monitor business performance and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborated with executive team to develop and execute long-term strategic plans, aligning financial objectives with overall business goals.
- Directed budget development, creation of budgetary controls and recordkeeping systems and investment management.
- Developed future financial plans to inform critical decision-making related to spending cuts, rightsizing labor force and timing planned business investments.
- Devised systems to monitor, evaluate and track operational achievements.
- Analyzed inventory strategy, reduced expenses and renegotiated contracts with vendors to increase profit margin.
- Implemented cost reduction initiatives and process improvements to optimize efficiency and productivity.
- Managed and led direct reports to handle controllership, treasury and corporate finance functions.
- Oversaw production, pricing and distribution activities to generate profit for company.
- Delivered forward-thinking and bold insights to enhance business assets and report financial metrics.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable to track income and expenditures, drive statutory compliance and provide quantitative financial information.
HOD Taxation / Operations
Oremus Corporate Services Private Limited
2019.06 - 2021.06
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Worked on Implementation of ERPs, Integrations, Preparation / Review of SOPs and Control Matrix, Designed and Developed Automation Tools / ERPs, Process Automations
Proprietor
Valicharla and Associates
2015.10 - 2019.06
- Helped clients in providing comprehensive accounting services to clients, ensuring adherence to GAAP, IND AS and regulatory requirements.
- Managed the preparation and review of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements, resulting in improved accuracy and efficiency.
- Conducted financial audits for clients across various industries, identifying areas for process improvement and risk mitigation.
- Collaborated with clients to develop tax planning strategies, minimizing tax liabilities and maximizing financial efficiency.
- Provided guidance on complex accounting issues and served as a trusted advisor on financial matters.
- Provided services on SOX / IFC controls in drafting, testing and improving the same.
- Worked on Implementation of ERPs, Integrations, Preparation of SOPs and Control Matrix
Audit Manager
Haribhakti & Co LLP (BDO India)
2012.03 - 2015.09
- Conducted strategic and technical reviews to verify compliance with quality control standards, schedule constraints and budget parameters.
- Trained and mentored department staff on policies and procedures to establish strong foundation for client development and service activities.
- Interacted with internal staff and clients to improve operational knowledge of relevant tax issues and business implications.
- Advised client on trends and emerging conflicts and presented solutions that enhanced client business goals.
- Analyzed complex client problems and generated targeted solutions that resolved outstanding issues while enhancing client business positions.
- Communicated with clients to engage in cross-selling and upselling activities and improve business generation results.
- Developed high-level knowledge of client business goals, policies and procedures to establish foundation for targeted problem solutions.
- Coordinated, managed and implemented auditing projects and prepared for evaluation.
- Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
- Integrated Audits, External / Statutory Audits, Internal Audits, Management Audits, Control Audits, SOC Audits, Due Diligence, Revenue Assurance, Group Reporting, GAAP Reporting, Agreed Upon Procedures, Consolidations, Fit for Consolidation Packs and so on.
- Worked on IPO projects
- Worked on Implementation of ERPs, Integrations, Preparation / Review of SOPs and Control Matrix
Deputy Manager Audit
Deloitte Haskins & Sells (Deloitte)
2010.01 - 2012.03
- Conducted strategic and technical reviews to verify compliance with quality control standards, schedule constraints and budget parameters.
- Trained and mentored department staff on policies and procedures to establish strong foundation for client development and service activities.
- Interacted with internal staff and clients to improve operational knowledge of relevant tax issues and business implications.
- Advised client on trends and emerging conflicts and presented solutions that enhanced client business goals.
- Analyzed complex client problems and generated targeted solutions that resolved outstanding issues while enhancing client business positions.
- Communicated with clients to engage in cross-selling and upselling activities and improve business generation results.
- Developed high-level knowledge of client business goals, policies and procedures to establish foundation for targeted problem solutions.
- Coordinated, managed and implemented auditing projects and prepared for evaluation.
- Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
- Integrated Audits, External / Statutory Audits, Internal Audits, Management Audits, Control Audits, SOC Audits, Due Diligence, Revenue Assurance, Group Reporting, GAAP Reporting, Agreed Upon Procedures, Consolidations, Fit for Consolidation Packs and so on.
- Worked on IPO projects
- Worked on Implementation of ERPs, Integrations, Preparation / Review of SOPs and Control Matrix
Associate - Assurance
Lovelock and Lewes (PwC)
2007.08 - 2010.01
- Conducted strategic and technical reviews to verify compliance with quality control standards, schedule constraints and budget parameters.
- Trained and mentored department staff on policies and procedures to establish strong foundation for client development and service activities.
- Interacted with internal staff and clients to improve operational knowledge of relevant tax issues and business implications.
- Advised client on trends and emerging conflicts and presented solutions that enhanced client business goals.
- Analyzed complex client problems and generated targeted solutions that resolved outstanding issues while enhancing client business positions.
- Communicated with clients to engage in cross-selling and upselling activities and improve business generation results.
- Developed high-level knowledge of client business goals, policies and procedures to establish foundation for targeted problem solutions.
- Coordinated, managed and implemented auditing projects and prepared for evaluation.
- Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
- Integrated Audits, External / Statutory Audits, Internal Audits, Management Audits, Control Audits, SOC Audits, Due Diligence, Revenue Assurance, Group Reporting, GAAP Reporting, Agreed Upon Procedures, Consolidations, Fit for Consolidation Packs and so on.
- Worked on IPO projects
Education
Executive Program in Strategic Finance -
Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow
Chartered Accountancy (CA) - undefined
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Master of Business Administration - undefined
Annamalai University
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
Pondicherry University
Skills
Financial Forecasting
undefinedPersonal Information
Date of Birth: 02/01/84
Address: Yellareddyguda, Hyderabad - 500073, Telangana, India
Timeline
Finance Controller / SVP - Finance and Accounts
TAO Digital India Private Limited
2023.05 - Current
Virtual CFO
Multiple Entities
07.2021 - 04.2023
HOD Taxation / Operations
Oremus Corporate Services Private Limited
2019.06 - 2021.06
Proprietor
Valicharla and Associates
2015.10 - 2019.06
Audit Manager
Haribhakti & Co LLP (BDO India)
2012.03 - 2015.09
Deputy Manager Audit
Deloitte Haskins & Sells (Deloitte)
2010.01 - 2012.03
Associate - Assurance
Lovelock and Lewes (PwC)
2007.08 - 2010.01
Executive Program in Strategic Finance -
Indian Institute of Management, Lucknow
Chartered Accountancy (CA) - undefined
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Master of Business Administration - undefined
Annamalai University
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
Pondicherry University
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