Experienced Senior Finance Manager adept at increasing process efficiency and profitability through functional and technical analysis. Skilled in creating and evaluating complex cost and price estimates as well as building mathematical models and tools to increase estimate confidence. Confident and skilled in communicating effectively and persuasively with senior executives and peers alike.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Finance Manager
STUMPP SCHUELE &SOMAPPA SPRINGS PVT LTD
05.2012 - Current
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Enhanced internal controls by implementing strict compliance procedures and conducting regular audits.
Oversaw the preparation of monthly financial statements, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting to stakeholders.
Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
Managed regular finance tracking for numerous branch offices
Prepared and managed large capital expenditure budgets to effectively handle infrastructure investment and long-term operations.
Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
Statutory Compliance TDS,GST,PT,PF,ESI
Research and Development Expenses Claim U/s 35(2AB)
Government Subsidy
Direct and Indirect Tax Assessment Support
Implemented a robust risk management framework to identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate potential financial risks to the organization
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategic plans, aligning financial objectives with overall company goals
Assistant Manager
Allergan India Private Limited
06.2009 - 04.2012
POSITIONS HELD
Account Payable Controller handling end to end activities from procurement to payment handling
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Led Supplier Management estimate creation for ~$10B airplane development program and communicated recommendations to program executive leadership
Fixed Asset Maintenance
Statutory Compliance-TDS Payment
Audit compliance
Tax Assessment
Automatic Payment Programme in SAP
Vendor A/c Cleaning up
Month End Closing Activities
Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly
Senior Accounts Executive
Future Metals Pvt Ltd
11.2007 - 05.2009
POSITIONS HELD
Procurement Payment Accounting and Controlling
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Assisted in the successful completion of annual audits through diligent preparation of documentation and prompt response to auditors'' inquiries.
Implemented new accounting software that streamlined data entry tasks and increased overall efficiency within the finance department.
Branch Accounting and MIS Reporting for 7 African branches
Senior Accounts Executive
Shri Lakshmi Metal Udyog Pvt Ltd
06.2005 - 10.2007
Mentored junior staff members by sharing knowledge and experience, fostering a positive work environment conducive to learning and professional growth.
Facilitated productive relationships with external vendors through effective communication skills when resolving disputes or negotiating favorable terms on contracts.
Streamlined accounts payable processes by implementing efficient payment mechanism
Implemented new accounting software that streamlined data entry tasks and increased overall efficiency within the finance department.
Excise Duty,Service tax
Cash Handling
Management reporting
Junior Accounts Executive
Reid &Taylor
11.2002 - 05.2005
Accounts Receivable End to End Management
Credit Notes issuance to customers
Audit Compliance
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding results for clients on various projects.
Managed multiple accounts simultaneously, ensuring timely communication and accurate record keeping.
Accounts Trainee
Hariharan&Co
08.1999 - 10.2002
Communicated with suppliers to reconcile invoice payments.
Checked general ledger entries to increase accuracy, prevent significant errors and identify adjustments.
Maintained accurate and complete documentation to facilitate accounting and filing functions.
Balanced and submitted financial reports for review and approval.
Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
Education
SAP FICO -Course - SAP FICO
RELIANCE GLOBAL
BENGALURU
11.2015
MASTER OF COMMERCE - BANKING
MYSORE UNIVERSITY
MYSORE
11.2001
Bachelor of Commerce - Management Accounting,income Tax, Costing
MYSORE UNIVERSITY
MYSORE
06.1999
Skills
Process implementation and continuous improvement
Staff leadership and development
Polished communication skills
Estimating and risk analysis
Statistical data analysis and modeling
Internal controls
Cost Controls
Stakeholder Relations
Customer Satisfaction
Verbal and written communication
Revenue Growth
Mentoring and training
Accomplishments
Successfully implemented the Asset Module by cleaning the old legacy data and tagging the assets
PR Process Streamline
Timeline
Senior Finance Manager
STUMPP SCHUELE &SOMAPPA SPRINGS PVT LTD
05.2012 - Current
Assistant Manager
Allergan India Private Limited
06.2009 - 04.2012
Senior Accounts Executive
Future Metals Pvt Ltd
11.2007 - 05.2009
Senior Accounts Executive
Shri Lakshmi Metal Udyog Pvt Ltd
06.2005 - 10.2007
Junior Accounts Executive
Reid &Taylor
11.2002 - 05.2005
Accounts Trainee
Hariharan&Co
08.1999 - 10.2002
SAP FICO -Course - SAP FICO
RELIANCE GLOBAL
MASTER OF COMMERCE - BANKING
MYSORE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Commerce - Management Accounting,income Tax, Costing
MYSORE UNIVERSITY
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