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Sanjana Mirra

Chennai

Summary

A highly talented accounting professional with demonstrated experience in reconciliations, AP/AR, reporting, P&L analysis, and the management of general accounting functions. Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make well thought out decisions. Adept at managing budgets, payroll, invoicing and general accounting functions. Instrumental in keeping business operations fully compliant and working within budgetary guidelines.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Junior Accountant

GSNR Rice Industries Private Limited
04.2023 - 06.2024
  • Assisted controller with month end reconciliation by preparing journal entries, AP month end accrual, reversing entries, and re-classing entries
  • Performed account research and created ad-hoc reports to assist controller with financial analysis.
  • Collaborated with internal and external auditors in developing, maintaining, and enforcing to ensure proper controls are followed for quarterly and annual audits and reviews.
  • Manage payroll process, which includes processing payments, confirming accuracy of data, and making sure that workers are paid on time and accurately.
  • Make sure that all state and federal payroll regulations-including those pertaining to benefits, payroll deductions, and tax withholding are followed.
  • Monitored operational metrics to identify and resolve issues at earliest stage possible.
  • Strategic planning with controller for AP checks disbursements based on vendor terms and ap turns ratio to maximise cash flow.
  • Prepared bank reconciliations on monthly basis to identify potential discrepancies between company records and bank statements.
  • Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
  • Collaborated with senior accountants to perform month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely financial reporting.

Intern

M. Sambhandam & Sons
08.2020 - 06.2021
  • Assisting in collection and preparation of monthly financial reports.
  • Coordinating with Accounting Officer during audits and annual forecasting.
  • Communicating with Accounts Payable Manager and Accounts Receivable Manager to track pending invoices.
  • Maintaining accurate and detailed inventory records.
  • Performing administrative duties such as preparing invoices and updating accounting files, as and when required.
  • Actively participated in team meetings, offering insightful suggestions that led to innovative problem-solving strategies.
  • Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Collaborated effectively with team members across departments, fostering a cohesive work environment conducive to accomplishing shared objectives.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Prepared written summaries of meeting discussions to ensure clear communication throughout the team while promoting accountability for action items.

Education

Master of Science - Accounting And Business Management

Brunel University
London, United Kingdom
12.2022

B. Com Accounting and Finance - Accounting And Finance

M.O.P Vaishnav College
Chennai, India
04.2020

Skills

  • Financial statement preparation & Financial Analysis
  • Tax compliance
  • Bookkeeping & Reconciliation
  • Budgeting, Forecasting & Internal Controls
  • Accounting Software proficiency (Microsoft Excel, ERP System, Messaging and video conferencing, CRM systems, Data analysis software, QuickBooks)
  • Excellent communication, analytical thinking, problem-solving, and ethical conduct skills, with a commitment to integrity and ethical conduct, fostering positive relationships with clients and stakeholders
  • Accounting Software Proficiency
  • Audit Support
  • Payroll Processing
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Budget Forecasting
  • Workflow Management
  • Team Collaboration

Certification

  • Proficient in English, Tamil, and Hindi with the ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms.
  • Audit And Due Diligence Course - LinkedIn Learning
  • Advanced bookkeeping techniques- LinkedIn Learning

Projects

Completed a dissertation project on: The Impact of Audit Quality On Earnings Management In India.

Timeline

Junior Accountant

GSNR Rice Industries Private Limited
04.2023 - 06.2024

Intern

M. Sambhandam & Sons
08.2020 - 06.2021

Master of Science - Accounting And Business Management

Brunel University

B. Com Accounting and Finance - Accounting And Finance

M.O.P Vaishnav College
  • Proficient in English, Tamil, and Hindi with the ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms.
  • Audit And Due Diligence Course - LinkedIn Learning
  • Advanced bookkeeping techniques- LinkedIn Learning
Sanjana Mirra