SANTOSH KUMAR JHA

Professional Experience: Results-oriented professional with over 11 years of experience in Financial Management, Accounting, Taxation, and Regulatory Compliance, with a proven ability to drive financial performance and ensure organizational efficiency. Financial Reporting & Analysis: Skilled in preparing and managing comprehensive financial reports, balance sheets, profit & loss statements, and variance analyses to identify growth opportunities and improve fiscal health. Budgeting & Forecasting: Expertise in budget preparation, monitoring, and forecasting, with a focus on aligning financial goals with strategic business objectives and optimizing cash flow management. Taxation & Statutory Compliance: In-depth knowledge of statutory compliances including TDS, GST, Income Tax, ESI, PF, and other regulatory requirements, ensuring timely submission and adherence to legal standards. Process Improvement & Cost Optimization: Proven track record in improving cash flows, reducing arrears, and identifying cost-cutting measures to enhance overall financial efficiency and profitability. Team Leadership & Cross-Department Collaboration: Strong leadership capabilities, managing teams and collaborating with various departments, including payroll, accounts payable/receivable, logistics, and auditing, to achieve financial objectives. ERP & Technical Proficiency: Highly skilled in using Tally ERP, Busy, Advanced Excel, and Busy for financial record-keeping, reporting, and data analysis, ensuring seamless financial operations. Expertise in integrating financial data with advanced MIS tools to streamline processes, enhance financial visibility, and ensure alignment with corporate financial goals and compliance standards. Strategic Financial Planning & Decision Support: Excels at leveraging financial data to inform executive decision-making, providing guidance on financial strategies that align with the company's long-term goals and growth vision.

• July'13 – May'17 | CA Internship | GSSK & CO, New Delhi
• Key Result Areas:
• Conducted thorough reviews of books of account and ensured compliance with income tax regulations during statutory audits for companies in the IT sector and Panel Manufacturing industry.
• Managed the procure-to-pay process for employee travel expenditures, including per diem claims, during an internal audit for a development sector organization, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Led physical asset verification and reconciliation efforts for over 100 branches of Max New York Life Insurance Co., ensuring the accuracy and integrity of fixed asset records.
• Reviewed and validated bank reconciliations, debtor, and creditor accounts prepared by management, ensuring the completeness and accuracy of financial statements.
• Maintained comprehensive books of account for various clients, ensuring timely and accurate tax compliance and reporting in accordance with statutory requirements.