Saurabh Sharma
ACCOUNTING ADVISORY | AUDIT | MANAGED SERVICES
Mumbai
Summary
Accomplished financial management and accounting professional with 8 years of demonstrated positive impact company growth. Proven skill in employing accounting and financial management best practices and team leadership. Committed to introducing changes to achieve continuous improvement and successfully influencing processes driving operational excellence. Expertise in financial statement preparation and analysis, operational management, forecasting and cost control.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Accounting & Finance Operations – Manager
LeaseAccelerator India Pvt. Ltd.
6 2022 - 4 2024
- Spearheaded a dynamic team of analysts, orchestrating the meticulous preparation and analysis of financial forecasts, budgets, and long-range plans. Delivered invaluable counsel to senior management on both immediate and overarching financial objectives.
- Crafted and refined intricate financial models, instrumental in guiding strategic decision-making and meticulously evaluating business performance.
- Forged robust partnerships across multifaceted teams to furnish astute financial insights and strategic recommendations, catalyzing operational efficiency and bolstering profitability.
- Produced top-tier executive-level presentations and reports, meticulously curating key financial metrics and trends to empower senior management with actionable intelligence.
- Revolutionized operational efficiency and data accuracy through the implementation of cutting-edge process enhancements in financial planning and reporting.
- Conducted exhaustive variance analyses, pinpointing areas ripe for enhancement and propelling precision in financial reporting, ensuring unwavering accuracy and timeliness.
- Orchestrated seamless month-end and year-end closing processes, meticulously reconciling accounts and crafting meticulous financial statements.
- Leveraged expertise in Oracle NetSuite ERP to craft a diverse array of meticulously customized reports, spanning from financial analysis to operational performance tracking.
- Distinguished by an exceptional ability to transcend standard report templates, crafting highly bespoke reports tailored precisely to organizational imperatives, from data field organization to bespoke calculations.
- Directed rigorous financial audits and collaborated seamlessly with external auditors, ensuring seamless and triumphant audit outcomes.
- Nurtured a culture of excellence through comprehensive training and mentorship initiatives, driving heightened productivity and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Collaborated seamlessly with HR to tackle intricate payroll-related challenges, from benefits administration to tax withholdings, ensuring unwavering compliance with tax laws at all levels.
CFO Advisory - Managed Services – Sr. Analyst
KPMG India Services LLP
07.2020 - 06.2022
- Provided meticulous variance analysis to clients during month-end close, ensuring transparency and insight into account changes.
- Spearheaded month-end general ledger closing activities, compiling and analyzing financial data for seamless entry into the ledger.
- Orchestrated the preparation of accruals, journal entries, and meticulous account reconciliations, maintaining pristine financial records throughout.
- Rigorously maintained monthly account reconciliations to the general ledger, safeguarding the accuracy of financial statements.
- Played a pivotal role in month-end close procedures, analyzing account records and facilitating the preparation of monthly SOX reporting documentation.
- Drove the annual budgeting process by crafting detailed budgets and forecasts, underpinning strategic financial planning.
- Contributed to the development of sophisticated financial models, instrumental in evaluating strategic initiatives and investment opportunities.
- Produced fixed asset journal entries and reports for senior management, ensuring clarity and precision in financial reporting.
- Expertly executed monthly reconciliations of fixed assets across 17 companies, ensuring alignment with the general ledger.
Accounts, Finance and Taxation – Officer
Jindal Drilling & Industries Limited
07.2017 - 04.2020
- Meticulously prepared and filed GST returns for Group Companies, while actively contributing to the preparation of comprehensive MIS reports.
- Conducted rigorous examinations and analysis of accounting records to ensure adherence to reporting standards and procedural integrity.
- Expertly crafted tax returns, guaranteeing full compliance with corporate tax obligations and regulations.
- Provided detailed financial insights to management, empowering informed decision-making.
- Leveraged adeptness in tax adjustments and credits to optimize tax liabilities, minimizing tax burdens effectively.
Accounts & Taxation – Executive
KRM & Associates, Chartered Accountants
08.2016 - 06.2017
- Proficiently managed debit, credit, and account reconciliation using advanced accounting software, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial data.
- Assisted in the preparation of diverse tax returns for individuals, firms, and corporations, adhering to stringent regulatory standards.
- Filed Income tax returns and TDS Returns, meticulously maintaining associated data within the system to guarantee compliance.
- Conducted thorough statutory and tax audits for Partnership Firms and Corporate Assessees, ensuring regulatory adherence and financial transparency.
Education
H.S.C -
K.C. College
B.M.S -
Mumbai University (MU)
CPA Pursuing
AICPA
Skills
Financial Planning and Reporting Analysis (FP&A)
It Acumen
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.
- Well versed with ERP Oracle NetSuite, QuickBooks, IBM COGNOS Controller Microsoft D365 and Tally.
- Successfully completed the 100 hours I.T.T. programme conducted by ICAI
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 12/29/91
Timeline
CFO Advisory - Managed Services – Sr. Analyst
KPMG India Services LLP
07.2020 - 06.2022
Accounts, Finance and Taxation – Officer
Jindal Drilling & Industries Limited
07.2017 - 04.2020
Accounts & Taxation – Executive
KRM & Associates, Chartered Accountants
08.2016 - 06.2017
Accounting & Finance Operations – Manager
LeaseAccelerator India Pvt. Ltd.
6 2022 - 4 2024
H.S.C -
K.C. College
B.M.S -
Mumbai University (MU)
CPA Pursuing
AICPA
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