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Ridhima Seth

Bengaluru

Summary

Chartered Accountant with extensive experience in audit, fund management, and financial control across various sectors. Demonstrated ability to optimize financial processes, reduce operational timelines, and enhance profitability through strategic initiatives. Skilled in leading cross-functional teams and ensuring compliance with international financial standards.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Controller

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG)
Bengaluru
01.2024 - Current
  • Managed financial reporting for 26 entities in MEA region, ensuring transparency and efficiency.
  • Conducted working capital analysis, cost commentary, and transfer pricing file assessments.
  • Oversaw end-to-end statutory audits for 11 entities, coordinating audit planning and procedures.
  • Participated in regional balance sheet and profit & loss pack reviews to ensure accuracy.
  • Collaborated with tax department to complete tax packs and monitor provisions effectively.
  • Restructured portfolio by establishing new entities and liquidating existing ones for compliance.

Manager Assurance

EY
Bengaluru
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Managed audits for multiple clients in Real Estate sector, adhering to US GAAP standards.
  • Led teams of 5 to 10 professionals to ensure timely, high-quality deliverables.
  • Executed EY methodology to align with engagement team expectations and client requirements.

AVP Public and Private Markets Operations

Lighthouse Canton
Bengaluru
10.2021 - 12.2022
  • Achieved 100% reporting compliance while leading fund management operations for listed securities and OTC structured products.
  • Reduced NAV closure timelines by 30% through process optimization.
  • Automated fund management systems in India, enhancing supply chain financing and bullet loans administration.
  • Conducted monthly NAV reviews to ensure accuracy and timely reporting.

Assistant Credit Controller

Avery Dennison
Gurugram
09.2017 - 07.2019
  • Streamlined accounting operations, including close, reporting, and reconciliations.
  • Optimized working capital cycle by focusing on metrics such as DSO, DPO, and inventory turnover.
  • Served as point of contact for automation and digitization of financial processes across COE.
  • Directed treasury functions for India and Kenya, including hedging and cash flow statements.

Assistant Finance Manager

OLX India Pvt Ltd
Gurugram
09.2014 - 05.2016
  • Reduced Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) by over 20% to optimize working capital cycle.
  • Enhanced Days Payable Outstanding (DPO) through strategic financial initiatives.
  • Introduced Smart Receivables, zero-day credit, buyer's credit, and supplier financing programs.
  • Directed treasury functions for India and Kenya, managing hedging strategies and cash flow statements.

Assistant Finance Manager

Oppo Mobiles India
Gurugram
12.2013 - 09.2014
  • Prepared financial statements, analyzing branch and product profitability.
  • Managed inward remittances in compliance with FEMA Act regulations.
  • Oversaw P&L accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Education

Chartered Accountant -

ICAI India
05-2011

MBA -

Symbiosis University
04-2007

B.Com -

Punjab University
05-2005

Skills

  • Accounting and financial close
  • Credit analysis
  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • Cash flow management
  • Team leadership
  • Portfolio management
  • Audit delivery

Timeline

Area Controller

London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG)
01.2024 - Current

Manager Assurance

EY
01.2023 - 01.2024

AVP Public and Private Markets Operations

Lighthouse Canton
10.2021 - 12.2022

Assistant Credit Controller

Avery Dennison
09.2017 - 07.2019

Assistant Finance Manager

OLX India Pvt Ltd
09.2014 - 05.2016

Assistant Finance Manager

Oppo Mobiles India
12.2013 - 09.2014

Chartered Accountant -

ICAI India

MBA -

Symbiosis University

B.Com -

Punjab University
Ridhima Seth