Sachidanand Kishor Shaw
Kolkata
Summary
Professional in finance with strong expertise in managing accounts and financial reporting. Proven track record in driving financial accuracy, efficiency, and compliance. Skilled in team collaboration and adaptable to evolving business needs. Known for reliability, analytical thinking, and effective problem-solving.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accounts Officer
APPSeCONNECT Automation Private Limited
12.2022 - Current
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing and compliance with financial policies.
- Developed and maintained relationships with key stakeholders to enhance financial reporting accuracy.
- Led monthly reconciliation processes, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions.
- Streamlined financial workflows to improve accuracy and efficiency in reporting processes.
- Provided mentorship to junior staff, enhancing their skills in accounting practices and systems usage.
- Analyzed financial data trends to inform strategic decision-making for resource allocation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support budgeting and forecasting initiatives effectively.
- Implemented best practices for internal controls, resulting in improved audit outcomes and reduced risks.
- Identified and investigated variances to optimize financial plans and forecasts.
- Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
- Tracked financial progress by creating quarterly and yearly balance sheets.
- Safeguarded company assets by conducting regular internal audits and recommending improvements to existing policies and procedures.
- Streamlined the accounts payable process, resulting in reduced processing time and increased vendor satisfaction.
- Collaborated with external auditors for smooth completion of annual audits, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Spearheaded efforts to transition from manual to automated accounting systems, leading to substantial time savings and improved data accuracy.
- Assisted management in making informed decisions by generating ad-hoc financial reports upon request.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through thorough analysis of company expenses and identification of areas for potential savings.
- Reduced outstanding receivables by diligently monitoring credit control activities and following up on overdue accounts.
- Ensured timely completion of month-end closing procedures, enabling accurate financial reporting for decision-making purposes.
- Increased efficiency in account reconciliations through automation initiatives and enhanced system utilization.
- Mentored junior team members in accounting best practices, fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the department.
- Improved cash flow management through meticulous budgeting, forecasting, and regular financial reporting to stakeholders.
- Expedited month-end close process through efficient coordination among finance team members and effective task prioritization.
- Communicated and resolved disputes with clients regarding outstanding invoices, payments and adjustments.
- Input vendor payments and updated accounts to reflect new balances.
- Checked expenses against budget controls, entered figures and reconciled business accounts to address discrepancies.
- Collaborated with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and facilitate payments.
- Updated general ledger of accounts with current, accurate and industry-compliant data to meet all internal and external audit requirements.
- Managed all accounting needs and account updates for operations.
InSync Tech-Fin Solutions Ltd
12.2018 - 11.2022
- Reached out of Vendors and Customer to Verify Information and follow up on Client issue.
- Produced month-end closing reports and provided actionable suggestions on remittance for quick resolution.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
- Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
- Assist in the processing of employee expense and Travel claims.
- Preparation of foreign exchange currency details.
- Responsible for GST submission, GSTR 1, GSTR 3B and Monthly return and refund of GST.
- Assist with year end statutory audit and preparation of audited reports.
- Prepare A/P Aging report package on weekly basis for review to assign payables for the following week
Accounts Executive
Jones Lang LaSalle Building Operation Pvt. Ltd
07.2017 - 11.2018
- Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records/financial statements/accounts receivable/accounts payable/invoice processing/petty cash/cash management/cash book/cash budget and attendance records maintenance.
- CAM follow up (Payment).
- Weekly & Monthly Reconcile the Accounts
- Reconcile the transaction of Vendors'
- Preparing Weekly and monthly Management Report
- Preparation of TDS & GST calculation, challan and payment
Accounts Executive
Express Housekeepers Private Limited
04.2016 - 07.2017
- Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records/financial statements/accounts receivable/accounts payable/invoice processing/petty cash/cash management/cash book/cash budget and attendance records maintenance.
- CAM follow up (Payment).
- Making voucher entry in accounting software
- Weekly & Monthly Reconcile the Accounts
- Reconcile the transaction of Vendors'
- Preparing Weekly and monthly Management Report Preparation of TDS & GST calculation, challan and payment
Jr. Accountants
Gourav Goenka & Associates
04.2010 - 03.2016
- Weekly & Monthly Reconcile the Accounts
- Reconcile the transaction of Vendors'
- Reviewed financial documents to verify accounting data and mathematical accuracy.
- Assisted with preparation of monthly financial statements.
- Prepared journal entries and entered into system using [Software]
- Managed complex finance projects under direction of senior management to meet deadlines and budget limitations
- Preparing Weekly and monthly Management Report
- Preparation of TDS & GST calculation, challan and payment
Education
MBA - Finance & HR
Swami Vivekananda Subharti University
01.2023
GST Certification - undefined
Henry Harvard's
01.2020
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
University of Calcutta
01.2008
Higher Secondary - ISC
West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education
01.2005
Secondary Education - 10th
West Bengal Secondary Education
01.2002
Skills
- Office 365
- Zoho Books
- TDS & Return
- Advance tax
- Professional Tax Registration
- Trade License Application & Renewal
- Accounts payable management
- Accounts receivable management
- Financial reporting
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Internal controls implementation
- Process optimization
- Tax compliance (GST)
- Journal entry processing
- Month-end closing procedures
- Vendor relationship management
- Reconciliation processes
- Audit collaboration
- Cash flow management
- Data accuracy enhancement
- Bank reconciliation
- Accounts payable
- Accounting software proficiency
- Payroll processing
- Tax compliance
- Expense tracking
- Year-end closing
- Month-end closing
- Purchase order management
- Invoice processing
- Account reconciliation
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Bengali
Upper intermediate (B2)
HOBBIES
Singing & Listening Music, Playing Game, Travelling
CONTACT
- +91 9051332760
- Sachida.shaw4@gmail.com
Timeline
Senior Accounts Officer
APPSeCONNECT Automation Private Limited
12.2022 - Current
InSync Tech-Fin Solutions Ltd
12.2018 - 11.2022
Accounts Executive
Jones Lang LaSalle Building Operation Pvt. Ltd
07.2017 - 11.2018
Accounts Executive
Express Housekeepers Private Limited
04.2016 - 07.2017
Jr. Accountants
Gourav Goenka & Associates
04.2010 - 03.2016
GST Certification - undefined
Henry Harvard's
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
University of Calcutta
Higher Secondary - ISC
West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education
Secondary Education - 10th
West Bengal Secondary Education
MBA - Finance & HR
Swami Vivekananda Subharti University