Rubina Poddar

• Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
• Coordinated approval or rejection of lines of credit or commercial, real estate or personal loans.
• Monitored cash flow, investments and other liquidity measures to ensure sufficient funds are available for operations.
• Managed retirement and liability funds and prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on each fund's status.
• Developed and implemented financial strategies to maximize profits and reduce costs.
• Coordinated preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting.
• Evaluated existing policies, procedures and systems to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
• Created financial management mechanisms to minimize financial risk to business.
• Supervised a team of accountants while providing training and mentorship when needed.
• Negotiated and reviewed business contracts and financial models with profitability and financial success in mind.
• Assisted in the development of internal controls over financial reporting processes.
• Managed financial planning and analysis by handling key metrics, analyzing data and providing ideas for new initiatives.
• Transformed operational metrics and planned systems for business models.
• Compiled and delivered financial statements for association and foundation to Board of Directors and Board of Trustees; prepared variance narratives, trends and charts.
• Prepared complex tax returns in accordance with local laws and regulations.
• Conducted reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.
• Coordinated audits by external parties including banks, government agencies.
• Recommended new financial and accounting software packages. replacing various non-integrated offerings.
• Created performance benchmarks to monitor and evaluate organizational achievements.
• Built financial models to allocate resources, forecast cash and investment needs and make capital budgeting decisions.

Ensured tax compliance through preparation of GST returns, 2A/2B reconciliations, handling assessments/notices, and TDS filing for salary/non-salary.

• Calculated and produced checks for utilities, taxes and other operational payments.
• Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
• Developed procedures for more efficient workflow in accounting department.
• Handled accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and payment processing.
• Tracked and reported on departmental expenditures, contributing to cost control efforts.
• Assisted with month-end and year-end close processes, preparing necessary journal entries.
• Assisted in the preparation of budget forecasts and monitored budget variances.
• Performed credit checks on new clients and set up payment terms.
• Matched orders with invoices and recorded required information.
• Reconciled bank accounts on a regular basis.
• Monitored and recorded company expenses, ensuring adherence to budget guidelines.
• Analyzed financial statements to identify trends and make recommendations for improvement.
• Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
• Reduced financial discrepancies by verifying accounting statements.
• Worked closely with auditors during year-end audits to provide necessary documentation.
• Calculated income and social security tax deductions.
• Researched discrepancies between invoices, purchase orders, packing slips.
• Processed payroll, calculated wages, deductions, and issued paychecks to employees.
• Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
• Maintained accurate financial records and documentation in compliance with company policies.