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Sarasija Iyer

Sarasija Iyer

Finance

Summary

Result-oriented finance professional with over 10 years of experience in Finance & Internal Audit. Expertise in Finance, Banking, Accounts, Product Costing, Budgeting, and Taxation. Proven track record of effectively managing financial operations, budgeting, taxation, audits, and financial statements preparation. Skilled in strategic financial modeling, working capital management, and fund raising. Dynamic and qualified tax supervisor with rich knowledge of accounting principles, taxation policies, and Income Tax procedures. Dedicated finance professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Manager (Finance)

JSW Energy Limited
12.2023 - Current
  • Lead strategic financial modeling and credit limit management for JSW Energy and its subsidiaries, developing cash flow forecasts and scenario analysis for renewable and thermal power projects.
  • Enhance and negotiate working capital limits with lenders, managing facility documentation, security creation, and perfection for new and enhanced limits.
  • Secure funds through Short-Term Loans, Working Capital Demand Loans, Commercial Papers, and Inter-Corporate Deposits, while ensuring timely issuance and tracking of Bank Guarantees and Letters of Credit.
  • Prepare and submit Ad Hoc reports (FFR/DDR/CMA), monthly cash flow statements, and financial data for limit renewals and reviews.
  • Coordinate lender site visits and ensure timely submission of monthly stock statements, addressing lender queries with detailed justifications.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to complete monthly accounting entries and calculate monthly interest workings for debt servicing related to Mytrah SPVs.
  • Monitor and prepare financial statements, including Balance Sheet, P&L, and Cash Flow under IGAAP/IND AS, ensuring compliance with statutory tax filing requirements and managing taxation matters.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop team members, coordinating with external and internal auditors to ensure smooth execution of financial processes.
  • Prepare and finalize budgets, conduct variance analysis, and drive operational transformation initiatives.
  • Manage project costing for new energy initiatives, such as renewable energy projects, coordinating with Operations, R&D, and Finance teams to ensure accurate financial planning.
  • Lead stock audits, respond to auditor queries, and maintain compliant financial records.
  • Prepare MIS reports and analyze financial results, trends, and profits for senior management and the board.
  • Prepare and present monthly Operations Financial Performance reports with gap analysis.
  • Lead transfer pricing initiatives for inter-company energy transactions, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards.
  • Analyze financial performance on a monthly basis, with a focus on COGS revaluation for thermal, hydro, and renewable energy projects, ensuring insights are provided for operational optimization.

AGM (Finance & Internal Audit)

Elite Engineering & Constructions Pvt. Ltd.
12.2012 - 11.2023
  • Finance: Managed working capital planning and allocation of capital and revenue expenditures
  • Oversaw daily banking and corporate finance matters for various projects
  • Prepared cash budgets, project reports, and coordinated with external rating agencies
  • Audit: Conducted internal audit of transactions of branches and sites, ensuring timely completion
  • Administered finalization of accounts and prepared financial statements
  • Taxation: Managed corporate and non-corporate tax planning and compliance
  • Liaised with tax authorities and represented the company in audits and assessments
  • Led GST procedures and implementation, ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) -

Andhra University
01.2008 - 01.2011

Chartered Accountant (CA) -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)

Master of Business Administration (MBA) -

Madurai Kamraj University

Skills

Languages

Tamil (Native)
Telugu (Fluent)
Telugu (Fluent)
Telugu (Fluent)

Timeline

Manager (Finance)

JSW Energy Limited
12.2023 - Current

AGM (Finance & Internal Audit)

Elite Engineering & Constructions Pvt. Ltd.
12.2012 - 11.2023

Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) -

Andhra University
01.2008 - 01.2011

Chartered Accountant (CA) -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)

Master of Business Administration (MBA) -

Madurai Kamraj University
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