RIYA CHOPDA KOTHARI
Ujjain
Summary
Chartered Accountant with 7+ years of professional experience, currently leading the finance function at a digital media-tech company. Skilled in financial planning and analysis (FP&A), MIS, statutory compliance, budgeting, taxation, audit, and SOP development. Known for precision, analytical rigor, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven ability to support strategic decision-making with timely, accurate, and insight-driven financial reporting. Strong hands-on experience with Tally ERP, SAP, Excel-based analysis, and deep understanding of Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS), Companies Act, GST, TDS, and ROC filings. Demonstrated ability to handle end-to-end compliance, internal controls, and support board-level financial operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Finance Manager
New Emerging World of Journalism Ltd.
Mumbai
04.2021 - Current
- Company Overview: The Company is developing a platform for new age media and content distribution. This platform is being built on artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities that will optimise content development and distribution over various social media channels. The Company will help its customers develop effective and targeted social media campaigns, enabling them to achieve optimum utilization of resources in marketing their products and building their brands.
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual provisional financial statements per statutory and internal policies.
- Drafted standalone and consolidated financial statements according to Ind AS requirements.
- Developed detailed monthly management information system reports and cash flow statements for Board review.
- Formulated Annual Operating Plans, performed variance analysis, and compared actuals against budget.
- Led preparation and filing of GST, TDS, TCS, and income tax returns ensuring full compliance.
- Oversaw ROC returns while coordinating with Company Secretary for Board Meeting compliance.
- Drafted and implemented standard operating procedures across finance functions to ensure audit readiness.
Chartered Accountant – Professional and Partner
Agrawal Mahendra & Co.
Raipur
04.2018 - 03.2021
- Company Overview: Full-service Chartered Accountancy firm offering audit, taxation, and consultancy services.
- Delivered comprehensive audit, tax, and consultancy services to diverse clients.
- Managed statutory and tax audits for corporates across manufacturing, trading, and services sectors.
- Ensured GST compliance through timely return filings and reconciliation of GSTR 2A/2B.
- Facilitated income tax return filings for individuals, HUFs, partnerships, and corporations.
- Executed TDS return filings, rectifications, and lower deduction certificate applications.
- Oversaw RERA registrations and compliance for real estate clients.
- Provided advisory on capital gains, depreciation planning, transfer pricing, and tax-saving strategies.
- Prepared project reports and CMA data for bank financing applications.
Articled Assistant (CA Articleship)
G. D. Apte & Co.
Pune
- Company Overview: Reputed mid-sized CA firm catering to clients across industries.
- Conducted statutory audits for private companies, trusts, and non-profits.
- Produced audit documentation and reports compliant with Companies Act and Bombay Public Trust Act.
- Prepared tax audit reports under Section 44AB and associated annexures.
- Facilitated Income Tax and GST assessments to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Compiled financial statements, ledgers, and schedules for accurate reporting.
- Verified vouchers, completed reconciliations, and calculated depreciation workings.
Education
Chartered Accountant - Final - Both Groups
ICAI
11.2017
Bachelors of Commerce - First Class
BMCC
Pune03-2015
CA IPCC -
ICAI
05-2013
CA CPT -
ICAI
05-2012
Skills
- Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- Variance Analysis
- Finalization of Accounts
- Ind AS Compliance
- Direct Taxation
- Indirect Taxation
- TDS
- GST
- Income Tax
- SOPs
- Internal Controls
- Risk Mitigation
- MIS
- Group Reporting
- Statutory Audit Coordination
- Internal Audit Coordination
- ROC Filings
- Secretarial Support
- Legal Compliance
- Cost Management
- Vendor Negotiations
- Process Automation
- ERP System Management
- Tally ERP
- SAP
- Finacle
- Zoho
- MS Excel
- MS Word
- MS PowerPoint
- Traces
- GSTN
- Income Tax Portal
- MIS Dashboards
- Budgeting Templates
- AOP Formats
- Analytical Skills
- Communication Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Resourcefulness
- Solution Orientation
- Multitasking
- Continuous Learning
- Process Improvement
- IFRS expertise
- Lending practices
- Sales process development
- Business partnering
- Portfolio management
- Customer relationship development
- Insurance products
- Project finance
- Transfer pricing
- Debt management
- Stakeholder relations
- Mergers and acquisitions
Accomplishments
- Ninja of the Month at NewJ – awarded thrice for outstanding contributions
- Best Student – GMCS I Raipur
- Miss Delhi Public School & Best All-rounder Award
- Consistent academic performer with multiple scholarships during school
- Winner of various inter-school dance and badminton competitions
Affiliations
· Active participation in social welfare activities through JITO and JSG.
· Contribution to women empowerment initiatives through JITO and JGS.
Hobbies and Interests
- Dancing
- Badminton
- Travelling
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 09/05/94
- Marital Status: Married
Languages
English
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Marathi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Marwari
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Senior Finance Manager
New Emerging World of Journalism Ltd.
04.2021 - Current
Chartered Accountant – Professional and Partner
Agrawal Mahendra & Co.
04.2018 - 03.2021
Articled Assistant (CA Articleship)
G. D. Apte & Co.
Chartered Accountant - Final - Both Groups
ICAI
Bachelors of Commerce - First Class
BMCC
CA IPCC -
ICAI
CA CPT -
ICAI
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