Raviraja Srinivasa
Bangalore
Summary
Seasoned Tax and Finance professional with 15 years of experience in direct and indirect taxation, financial accounting, and audit management across APAC, LATAM, Canada, and EMEA. Managed complex tax audits, refunds, and statutory compliance while leading automation initiatives and engaging cross-functional stakeholders. Deep familiarity with multinational environments and ERP systems supports successful finance transformation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Tax Accountant
Diversified AV India Pvt Ltd
Bangalore, India
05.2024 - Current
- Managing direct and indirect tax compliance activities across multiple jurisdictions.
- Supporting tax audits, statutory filings, tax assessments, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborating with global finance teams to ensure timely tax reporting and compliance.
- Assisting in transfer pricing documentation and tax provisioning activities.
- Driving process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Supporting tax refund claims, reconciliations, and tax authority communications.
Senior Tax Accountant
Alvaria Inc
Bangalore
12.2021 - 05.2024
- Managed direct and indirect tax compliance for APAC, LATAM, and Canadian entities.
- Coordinated tax audits and tax authority assessments across multiple jurisdictions.
- Processed income tax and GST refund claims.
- Supported entity liquidation activities and tax compliance requirements.
- Managed Sales and Use Tax processes through Avalara AvaTax.
- Prepared tax packages and transfer pricing support documentation.
- Worked extensively with NetSuite and Sage ERP systems.
- Improved tax filing accuracy through enhanced quality control procedures.
Senior Tax Accountant
Infinera India Private Limited
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Managed direct and indirect tax compliance across APAC entities.
- Supported tax audits and tax authority communications.
- Prepared tax provisions and compliance schedules.
- Managed GST and income tax refund processes.
- Maintained TARF accounts and management reporting.
- Supported US international tax reporting requirements including Forms 5471 and 8858.
- Utilized Alteryx and OneSource for reporting and tax processes.
Senior Technical Accountant
Swiss Re Global Business Solutions Pvt Ltd
07.2011 - 11.2020
- Managed accounting and operational processes for insurance and reinsurance business.
- Led PwC audit coordination for APAC business units.
- Managed indirect tax queries across APAC markets.
- Oversaw accounts receivable and accounts payable dashboards.
- Led multiple automation initiatives including OCR and E-Administration projects.
- Managed Singapore regulatory reporting requirements.
- Successfully transitioned aviation processes from Singapore operations.
- Conducted operational risk analysis and root-cause investigations.
- Mentored junior team members and supported continuous improvement initiatives.
Financial Assistant
HEWLETT-PACKARD INC
04.2009 - 05.2011
- Managed treasury operations, funding activities, and bank reconciliations to ensure liquidity and financial stability.
- Supported treasury operations across EMEA and APJ regions.
- Processed global supplier payments and foreign currency transactions.
- Ensured VAT compliance and invoice accuracy.
- Prepared management reports and month-end closing entries to provide timely financial insights for decision-making.
- Maintained supplier relationships and resolved payment-related queries to enhance service delivery and strengthen partnerships.
Education
MCOM - Accounting
IGNOU University
Bengaluru, KA01-2024
Diploma of Higher Education - Post graduate Diploma in International Business Operations
IGNOU University
Bangalore, KA01-2024
B.com - Accounting
Bangalore University
Bengaluru, KA01-2008
Skills
- Global tax compliance
- Tax compliance audit
- Transfer pricing
- Tax Provisioning
- Financial reporting
- Risk Management and Risk Controls
- Data visualisation
Custom
REFERENCES Available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Tax Accountant
Diversified AV India Pvt Ltd
05.2024 - Current
Senior Tax Accountant
Alvaria Inc
12.2021 - 05.2024
Senior Tax Accountant
Infinera India Private Limited
11.2020 - 11.2021
Senior Technical Accountant
Swiss Re Global Business Solutions Pvt Ltd
07.2011 - 11.2020
Financial Assistant
HEWLETT-PACKARD INC
04.2009 - 05.2011
MCOM - Accounting
IGNOU University
Diploma of Higher Education - Post graduate Diploma in International Business Operations
IGNOU University
B.com - Accounting
Bangalore University