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SHANKAR GARSAD

SHANKAR GARSAD

ANJAR

Summary

Meticulous Accountant polished in reconciling invoices and expense reports. Brings advanced abilities in multiple accounting software and systems. Versatile and methodical professional with several years of vast experience supporting financial services paired with outstanding organizational and leadership abilities. Intelligent Accountant with strong GAAP knowledge and data analysis expertise. Commended for successfully directing accounting team and maintaining timely operations in challenging environments. Results-oriented leader possessing first-rate process management skills to complete tasks within budget and on time. Analytical finance professional known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in financial reporting, tax planning, and compliance auditing. Excel in problem-solving, critical thinking, and effective communication. Committed to maintaining accuracy and integrity in all accounting processes. Diligent Accountant with strong accounting background and proven industry expertise. Monitored business operations and regulatory compliance for large corporation. Superior account management and reconciliation skills leading to achievement of desired results. Detail-focused Accountant known for productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in financial analysis, tax preparation, and regulatory compliance which support accuracy and integrity in financial reporting. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and communication, enabling effective collaboration with teams across departments to meet tight deadlines and financial objectives.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Accountant

SHREE GANESH HANDLING
GANDHIDHAM
05.2013 - 05.2022
  • Reported on financial results including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
  • Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
  • Coordinated project materials and schedules, facilitated communication and prepared reports.
  • Minimized internal accounting department backlogs by updating accounts and generating reports.
  • Delivered superior level of customer service to small business clients.
  • Wrote reports, authored papers and organized supporting documentation.
  • Coordinated with external auditors during the annual audit process by providing requested documents and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Monitored cash flows and prepared weekly cash projections.
  • Developed staff expense and reimbursement tracker to reduce user errors and increase reporting accuracy.
  • Assisted in the preparation of tax returns by gathering necessary information from clients and maintaining organized files with documents related to taxes.
  • Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.
  • Monitored balance sheets and income statements to evaluate financial performance.
  • Posted financial data in Excel spreadsheets and managed inventory.
  • Investigated and resolved billing issues to maximize cash flow and minimize liabilities.
  • Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
  • Mitigated annual audit risks and developed final certification reports for small businesses.
  • Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
  • Researched and implemented best practices to improve audit results.
  • Complied with Sarbanes-Oxley Act and GAAP principles to maintain complete transparency.
  • Managed and trained team members to enhance audit department performance and increase operational efficiency.
  • Maximized tax refunds by striving to obtain taxable income, deductible expenses and allowance details.
  • Provided guidance to other departments regarding accounting policies and procedures.
  • Liaised with auditors to complete annual audits and maintain compliance with local, state and federal requirements.
  • Diminished financial discrepancies and accurately reconciled accounts using detailed data analysis results.
  • Prepared monthly closing entries for multiple companies' books of records.
  • Assisted clients in determining business strategy and achieving profitability goals.
  • Reviewed financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital.
  • Designed internal control policies to improve audit scores.
  • Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.
  • Gathered banking transactions via statements, recorded activity in Excel format and reconciled balances.
  • Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.
  • Reduced audit fees by bringing audit processes in-house.
  • Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable, improving cash flow management.
  • Updated and managed accounts payable databases, employing access controls to protect data.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles guidelines.

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Krantiguru Shyamji Krishna Verma Kachch
BHUJ
04-2012

Skills

  • Tax accounting specialization
  • Year-end close
  • Auditing
  • Data inputting
  • Bookkeeping
  • Invoice balancing
  • General ledger entries
  • General ledger accounting
  • Proposal review
  • Data analysis
  • Accounts payable
  • Risk assessment
  • Tax preparation
  • Finance
  • PeopleSoft
  • Financial statement preparation
  • MS office suite
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Financial portfolio management
  • Estate tax returns
  • Audit support
  • Financial auditing
  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • Accounting and bookkeeping
  • Reporting
  • Administrative support
  • Partnership accounting
  • Payroll management
  • Cash flow analysis

Languages

Gujarati
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Timeline

Accountant

SHREE GANESH HANDLING
05.2013 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science -

Krantiguru Shyamji Krishna Verma Kachch
SHANKAR GARSAD