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Sameer Kalathingal

Sameer Kalathingal

Riyadh,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Focused Accounting professional with 14 years of experience maintaining financial records and reviewing account activity. Proven track record of developing accurate spreadsheets and delivering organized reports with Oracle and SAP. Accomplished in taking on tasks within strict deadlines while prioritizing urgent needs.


Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Assistant Manager-Finance

Flag Logistics Services (GWC)
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
09.2023 - Current
  • Coordinated timely completion of month-end close processes, maintaining strict adherence to deadlines.
  • Prepare & review monthly journals for accruals, provisions, prepayments, and adjustments.
  • Prepared monthly financial reports , leading to improved business decisions.
  • Preparation of VAT and WHT reports and ensure Monthly returns are accurately submitted to ZATCA within the deadline.
  • Reviewed and reconciled balance sheets promptly addressing any discrepancies.
  • Liaised with auditors, facilitating smooth annual audit process.
  • Performed monthly reconciliation of bank statements; eliminated monetary discrepancies.
  • Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
  • Generated invoices based on established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
  • Improved efficiency by streamlining accounts payable processes.

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Chocomelt
Riyadh, Riyadh
11.2021 - 08.2023
  • Ensuring accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year end closing and ensure ledger hygiene is maintained.
  • Maintain effective and efficient MIS and generate reports desired by the management.
  • Proactively taking care of monthly financial reports and yearly reports.
  • Responsible for the completion of internal and external audits schedules including responding to queries and inquiries from the auditors.
  • Prepare & review monthly journals for accruals, provisions, prepayments, and adjustments.
  • Responsible for activities within sales, collections, general ledgers, accounts payable, banking and inventory to ensure the integrity and correctness of all financial data/ transactions.
  • Preparation of VAT reports and ensure Monthly VAT returns are accurately submitted to ZATCA within the deadline.
  • Monthly COGS preparation and cost analysis.
  • Assist in the preparation of budget schedules and annual business plan reports.
  • Maintenance of fixed assets register and Schedule preparation.
  • Prepare supplier reconciliation statements, process payment vouchers and print cheques for all suppliers.
  • Prepare bank reconciliation statements.
  • Duties related to monthly payroll review and uploading the WPS file.

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Apparel Group
Riyadh, Riyadh
01.2017 - 10.2021
  • Kept detailed track of asset maintenance and potential future costs to accurately portray data.
  • Reviewed accounting structures and procedures on regular basis to identify areas in need of improvement.
  • Completed daily accounting tasks including tracking funds, preparing deposits and reconciling accounts.
  • Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
  • Evaluated and improved accuracy and completeness of financial records to boost regulatory compliance.
  • Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
  • Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
  • Analyzed financial audit information and made recommendations to improve efficiencies.
  • Supported monthly general ledger closing activities, including preparing journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Wrote financial statements and consolidations after reconciling general ledger accounts.
  • Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
  • Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.

ACCOUNTS EXECUTIVE

Landmark Arabia
Riyadh, Riyadh
11.2011 - 01.2017
  • Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
  • Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
  • Input financial data and produced reports using Oracle.
  • Handled trade payable documentation by reviewing month-end accruals.
  • Produced month-end closing reports and provided actionable suggestions on remittance for quick resolution.
  • Managed efficient cash flow reporting, posted cash receipts and analyzed chargebacks, independently addressing and resolving issues.
  • Closely managed monthly reconciliation schedules of all assigned accounts.
  • Calculated salaries, rate changes, retroactive adjustments, overtime, bonus, vacation, termination and garnishments using Oracle.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

University Of Calicut

Master of Commerce - Finance

Annamalai University
India
04.2001 - 09.2010

Skills

  • Asset Management
  • Staff Management
  • Financial Reporting
  • Problem resolution
  • General Ledger
  • Cash Management
  • Process improvement
  • Financial Analysis

Certification

Diploma in Computerized financial accounting, Professional Accountant Training Society Cochin, India, 09/01/07

Technical Skill

  • SAP – Proficient in utilizing SAP modules for enterprise resource planning (ERP), financial management, and reporting.
  • Oracle – Experience with Oracle database systems and business applications, including data management and reporting.
  • CargoWise – Skilled in using CargoWise for logistics, supply chain, freight forwarding, and customs operations.
  • SunSystems (Infor SunSystems) – Knowledgeable in financial management, accounting, and reporting within SunSystems.
  • MICROS (Oracle Hospitality MICROS) – Familiar with point-of-sale (POS) and hospitality management systems.
  • Microsoft Office Suite – Advanced skills in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook for documentation, analysis, and presentations.

Timeline

Assistant Manager-Finance

Flag Logistics Services (GWC)
09.2023 - Current

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Chocomelt
11.2021 - 08.2023

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Apparel Group
01.2017 - 10.2021

ACCOUNTS EXECUTIVE

Landmark Arabia
11.2011 - 01.2017

Master of Commerce - Finance

Annamalai University
04.2001 - 09.2010

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

University Of Calicut

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