SAIF ALI PATHAN
Senior Analyst - Accounts & Finance
Mumbai
Summary
Dynamic Sr Finance Analyst with 10+ years of progressive leadership in high-growth organizations. Expert in steering end-to-end finance operations, including statutory compliance, direct & indirect taxation, internal & external audits (Big 4 coordination), financial reporting, MIS & dashboard development, cash flow optimization, vendor management, robust financial controls, risk management, and corporate governance. Proven track record of leading high-performing finance teams, driving process improvements for operational efficiency, ensuring 100% regulatory adherence, and delivering strategic financial insights that empower executive decision-making and support sustainable business growth. Skilled at building trusted stakeholder relationships across functions while enhancing financial transparency, accuracy, and organizational performance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Analyst – Accounts, Compliance & Payables
Eatclub Brands Private Limited
01.2019 - Current
- Lead end-to-end finance operations, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Compliance, Treasury, Rentals, MIS, and banking relationships.
- Manage high-volume vendor payments, and implement process automation to strengthen financial controls and efficiency.
- Ensure statutory compliance through timely GST, TDS, PF, ESIC, and PTRC filings.
- Handle tax assessments, and successfully resolve compliance and TDS cases.
- Monitor lease and rental obligations across multiple outlets, and improve reconciliation accuracy.
- Prepare MIS reports, budgets, and cash flow forecasts for leadership decision-making.
- Coordinate with banks and financial institutions for credit facilities and compliance requirements.
- Support internal and statutory audits, ensuring regulatory adherence and documentation readiness.
- Mentored junior analysts, fostering professional development while enhancing overall team performance.
- Enhanced team productivity by streamlining workflow processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
Senior Manager – Taxation & Audit
CA Sunil Modi & Associates
05.2015 - 12.2018
- Led statutory and tax audits across multiple industries in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Prepared and finalized financial statements and audit reports for corporate clients.
- Managed tax compliance, including Income Tax, GST, VAT, and TDS.
- Represented clients in tax scrutiny, assessments, and regulatory proceedings.
- Oversaw ROC filings and corporate compliance activities.
- Led and mentored a team of 15 professionals, executing audit and taxation assignments.
- Provided strategic tax planning and compliance advisory services.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Finance
Jai Hind College, Mumbai University
Mumbai, India01-2015
Skills
Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
Financial Modeling
ERP & Cloud ERP Systems
Data Analysis
Compliance Documentation
AI Prompt and Automation
Hobbies
- Travelling
- Sports
- Occasional Photographies
Additional Information
- Financial Reporting (IND AS / GAAP Awareness)
- Accounts Payable & Receivable Management
- Statutory Compliance (GST, TDS, PF, ESIC, ROC)
- Audit Management (Internal & Statutory)
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Cash Flow & Treasury Management
- Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Internal Controls & Risk Management
- Vendor & Stakeholder Management
- Tax Compliance & Assessment Handling
- MIS Reporting & Dashboarding
- Process Automation & Optimization
- ERP Systems & Advanced Excel
- Corporate Governance & Compliance
Timeline
Senior Analyst – Accounts, Compliance & Payables
Eatclub Brands Private Limited
01.2019 - Current
Senior Manager – Taxation & Audit
CA Sunil Modi & Associates
05.2015 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting & Finance
Jai Hind College, Mumbai University