Ranganath Puttappa

(Deployed from Pierian Services Pvt Ltd )

• Managed and oversaw the accounts receivable process, ensuring timely accounting of collections and accurate invoicing
• Conducted thorough reconciliation of customer ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and facilitate seamless contract renewals and terminations
• Resolved customer billing disputes by identifying root causes and collaborating with sales and customer service teams, leading to improved invoice accuracy, stronger customer relationships, and reduced outstanding balances
• Analyzed financial reports on accounts receivable metrics and provided actionable insights to senior management for strategic decision-making
• Preparation of aging reports and address the accounts that have passed the due dates
• Conducted regular reviews and analysis of TDS details, ensuring compliance with Lower Deduction Certificate regulations and optimizing tax accuracy
• Performed detailed reconciliation of Form 26AS with internal books of accounts to ensure accuracy in tax credits

(Joined as Senior Executive subsequently promoted to Assistant Manager)

Taxation :-

• Prepared and filed periodic GST returns (GSTR-1, 3B, 6, 7, 9, and 9C), ensuring accurate reconciliation with financial records
• Ensured timely computation and remittance of TDS, accurately filed periodic e-returns, and performed annual rationalization with expense records
• Conducted analytical reviews of expenses and revenue to support audit requirements, while liaising with internal and external auditors to coordinate reviews, ensure effective information sharing, and implement corrective actions as needed

Accounts Payable:-

• Managed vendor invoice processing and payment distribution, controlled accounts payable through regular reconciliations, and secured balance confirmations to ensure accuracy and transparency in financial records
• Processed and managed invoices for over 2,000 volunteers, ensuring accurate payments and timely advance disbursements to support seamless event execution
• Ensured all costs are accurately recorded under appropriate expense heads, maintaining financial clarity and compliance

Fixed Assets:-

• Recorded and managed fixed asset acquisitions and disposals, ensuring accurate accounting and compliance with financial policies
• Monitored project cost accumulation and ensured timely capitalization upon project completion, maintaining accurate financial records
• Computed and verified the reasonableness of fixed asset depreciation, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and financial accuracy
• Reviewed and updated detailed schedules, including the Fixed Asset Register, Asset Addition Report, Asset Retirement Report, and Capital Work in Progress
• Prepared audit schedules, including Physical Verification Reports, Capital Commitments, and supporting documents for asset acquisitions and disposals, ensuring compliance and accuracy

Accounts Receivable:-

• Ensured accurate and timely invoicing, maintained a detailed collection tracker by reconciling customer accounts to control receivables
• Reviewed weekly aging reports and implemented proactive measures to resolve overdue accounts, enhancing collections efficiency and improving cash flow
• Followed up to ensure completion of all required actions for timely payments, arranged necessary documentation, and coordinated with customers to facilitate smooth and efficient payment collection

• Managed end-to-end processing of vendor invoices and employee claims, ensuring timely payments within stipulated deadlines while maintaining accounts payable data in compliance with predefined parameters
• Performed month-end activities, including reviewing general ledger accounts, preparing accruals, and recording expense adjustments for accurate financial reporting
• Oversaw compliance-related activities, including monitoring high-risk payments, managing payments made without POs, and tracking expenses incurred for guests and third-party vendors during travel
• Prepared ongoing compliance review reports, ensuring adherence to financial regulations and internal policies

• Managed collection accounting and reconciled customer ledger accounts to ensure alignment with books of accounts, while obtaining balance confirmation letters to verify account accuracy
• Prepared daily bank reconciliations and promptly resolved discrepancies to ensure accurate and up-to-date financial records

• Managed reconciliation of key ledger accounts,including Distributor, Retailer, and Subscriber accounts, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and financial integrity
• Performed daily bank reconciliations to ensure accurate cash position management, maintaining control and compliance with internal and external regulations
• Prepared weekly MIS reports using MS Office Access, ensuring accurate financial analysis and reporting