Sangram Das
Kolkata
Summary
Dynamic Senior Manager with proven expertise in tax compliance and audit management at Chandan Pareek & Co. Successfully led a team to enhance operational efficiency, while implementing strategic financial analysis and reporting. Recognized for strong leadership and effective communication, driving continuous improvement and achieving significant reductions in internal accounting backlogs.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Manager
Chandan Pareek & Co
Kolkata
06.2019 - Current
- Managed a team of 10+ employees by providing guidance, setting goals and objectives, delegating tasks, and monitoring performance.
- Managed crisis situations, implementing contingency plans to minimize impact on operations.
- Conducted independent field audits and investigations of income tax returns to verify information provided.
- Analysed financial statements of businesses to determine accurate taxation liabilities.
- Presented audit results to management teams, delivering information in non-technical terms for easy understanding.
- Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.
- Managed and trained team members to enhance audit department performance and increase operational efficiency.
- Assessed compliance risk, developed audit work plans and documented findings.
- Minimized internal accounting department backlogs by updating accounts and generating reports.
- Conducted risk-based audits to evaluate internal controls, compliance with laws and regulations, and accuracy of financial statements.
- Collected and analyzed financial data to identify improvements for controls and compliance.
- Researched tax issues as needed for specific engagements or clients.
- Investigated and resolved billing issues to maximize cash flow and minimize liabilities.
- Performed analytical reviews on financial data to detect errors or discrepancies.
- Gathered banking transactions via statements, recorded activity in Excel format and reconciled balances.
- Coordinated project materials and schedules, facilitated communication and prepared reports.
- Prepared presentations summarizing audit results for board meetings.
Manager of Accounts and Finance
Sumitra Chemicals & Minerals
Kolkata
11.2016 - Current
- Created detailed forecasts based on historical data trends in order to develop short-term and long-term strategic plans.
- Worked closely with departmental heads to analyze financial performance against budget expectations.
- Ensured timely payment of vendor invoices while maintaining proper documentation.
- Coordinated activities with external auditors during annual audit process.
- Maintained and established fiscal files and records to accurately document transactions.
- Reviewed accounts payable and receivable invoices for accuracy, completeness and compliance with company policies.
- Analyzed actual financial results to budget, preparing variance reporting to functional groups.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinated approval or rejection of lines of credit or commercial, real estate or personal loans.
- Analyzed competitors and market trends to facilitate business growth.
- Compiled data necessary for filing annual reports pertaining to Indirect Taxes.
- Conducted reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of developments in the area of Indirect Taxation law.
- Developed and implemented financial strategies to maximize profits and reduce costs.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and safety regulations when handling hazardous materials.
- Worked closely with other departments, such as marketing, production, and purchasing, to ensure an adequate supply of raw materials.
- Monitored product import or export processes to verify compliance with regulatory or legal requirements.
Accounts Executive
RKP Associates
Silchar
04.2014 - 10.2014
- Reconciled bank accounts on a monthly basis to ensure accuracy of records.
- Identified opportunities to improve internal processes and procedures related to accounting.
- Assisted in the preparation of financial statements, budgets and forecasts for the company.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Increased profitability and revenue by identifying customer needs and determining appropriate offerings.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated with other departments within the firm to ensure timely completion of tasks.
- Prepared engagement correspondence, financial balance reports and depreciation schedules and entered data for computer applications.
- Drafted letters responding to inquiries from the Internal Revenue Service.
- Tracked and responded to tax notices and other correspondence from taxing authorities.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues at all levels within the organization.
- Maintained updated knowledge of current local, state, and federal tax laws.
- Assisted in the preparation of client letters and reports related to income tax compliance matters.
- Performed administrative duties including filing paperwork, answering phones, scheduling appointments.
- Invoiced customers, reconciled accounts, and managed other bookkeeping tasks.
Education
Cost Accountancy - Professional Study
Insititute of Cost Accountants of India
Kolkata,West Bengal06-2023
Master of Accountancy - International Accounts And Finance
Indira Gandhi Open University
Kolkata,West Bengal06-2019
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting And Finance
Gurucharan College
Silchar Assam06-2015
High School Diploma -
Maharishi Vidya Mandir
Silchar,Assam03-2012
Skills
- Tax compliance
- Audit management
- Financial analysis
- Data reconciliation
- Regulatory compliance
- Cost management
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Performance management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Continuous improvement
- Reporting and documenting
- Business analysis and reporting
- Data analytics
Certification
- Enrolled as GST Practitioner with Government of India
Languages
English
First Language
Timeline
Senior Manager
Chandan Pareek & Co
06.2019 - Current
Manager of Accounts and Finance
Sumitra Chemicals & Minerals
11.2016 - Current
Accounts Executive
RKP Associates
04.2014 - 10.2014
Cost Accountancy - Professional Study
Insititute of Cost Accountants of India
Master of Accountancy - International Accounts And Finance
Indira Gandhi Open University
Bachelor of Accountancy - Accounting And Finance
Gurucharan College
High School Diploma -
Maharishi Vidya Mandir
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