Accomplished Finance Professional with 6+ years of comprehensive experience spanning audit, tax advisory, financial reporting, and operational finance across diverse industries including FMCG, pharmaceuticals, healthcare, IT, and hospitality. Proven expertise in ASC 842 lease accounting, statutory audits, tax compliance, and process optimization. Demonstrated track record of maintaining 100% on-time reporting, implementing process improvements, and ensuring compliance with US GAAP, IGAAP, and regulatory requirements.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Leader - Finance
HINDUSTAN COCA-COLA BEVERAGES PVT. LTD.
02.2023 - Current
Manage end-to-end ASC 842 lease accounting processes for finance and operating leases, from assessment through reporting
Prepare and publish weekly earnings and volume reports for CFO desk, ensuring accurate and timely delivery
Generate monthly MIS reports for service functions, manpower costs, and performance tracking
Oversee month-end closing processes including balance sheet reconciliations and trial balance integrity checks
Publish FC packages with 100% on-time submission record and zero unlock requests
Provide comprehensive audit support for CAD, US GAAP, and IGAAP audits with accurate reconciliations
Ensure precise accounting for incidence support claims and container reconciliations
Manage inter-company balance reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
Maintained 100% on-time reporting record with zero package unlock requests
Successfully delivered concentrate reconciliation and established standard procedures adopted company-wide (June 2023)
Enhanced operational efficiency through data standardization and automation initiatives
Achieved zero audit escalations through accurate documentation and reconciliation processes
Article Assistant
MUKESH M. SHAH & CO., CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
Ahmedabad
02.2017 - 09.2020
Company Overview: Mid-size CA firm providing comprehensive professional services including independent audit, assurance, and tax advisory services
Conducted statutory audits for public unlisted companies and subsidiaries in pharmaceutical manufacturing
Performed audit procedures for private companies across diverse sectors: healthcare, natural gas distribution, hospitality, and IT services
Executed audit assignments for multinational companies engaged in sanitary ware manufacturing and bathroom furniture trading
Conducted internal audits and stock verification for private companies in specialized sectors including stem cell storage
Performed audit procedures for management institutes and educational organizations
Executed stock verification assignments for both listed and unlisted entities
Conducted tax audits under Income Tax Act for various private and public companies
Performed tax audits for non-corporate entities and ensured regulatory compliance
Prepared and filed tax returns and related documentation
Designed, tested, and prepared Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for client organizations
Developed Risk Control Matrix and control flowcharts for enhanced internal controls
Led design and implementation of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software solutions
Mid-size CA firm providing comprehensive professional services including independent audit, assurance, and tax advisory services
Education
Chartered Accountancy - CA Finalist (Group 2 Cleared)
ICAI
07-2022
Bachelor of Commerce -
Gujarat University
01.2018
Skills
ASC 842 and US GAAP
Indian accounting standards
Statutory and internal audit
Advanced Excel skills
Power BI
SQL and basic Python
SAP and Tally
S4 HANA and FC
Period management
Process optimization and improvement
Languages
English (Proficient)
Hindi (Proficient)
Gujarati (Proficient)
Industry Experience - Sectors Served
FMCG
Pharmaceuticals
Healthcare
Information Technology
Hospitality
Natural Gas Distribution
Sanitary Ware Manufacturing
Education
Biotechnology
Certification
SQL and Power BI training - 2025
Strategic thinking: building and sustaining competitive advantage - Emeritus - 2023
Financial Analyst Course 2022 - Udemy
AICITSS: Advanced Integrated Course on Information Technology - THE ICAI
AICITSS- Advanced Integrated Course on Soft Skills- The ICAI