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SIVA RAMA KRISHNAM RAJU KURAPATI

SIVA RAMA KRISHNAM RAJU KURAPATI

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Summary

Associate Cost and Management Accountant (ACMA) and semi-qualified Chartered Accountant (CA-Inter) with over five years’ experience in audits, cost optimization, and financial reporting across healthcare, retail, banking and mineral development sectors. Skilled in finalizing accounts, preparing financial projections, and supporting tax audits. Strong knowledge of UAE VAT and corporate tax rules, GST, and IFRS (including UAE adoption for corporate reporting), acquired through formal study and professional training. Recently completed MSc in Accounting and Finance at Teesside University with focus on financial modelling, IFRS compliance, and AI-driven analytics. Proficient in Tally ERP 9, SAP FICO, Power BI, Advanced Excel (with AI integration). Adept at collaborating with cross-functional teams, identifying risks and delivering cost efficiencies.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Finance Manager

Aner Info Technologies Private Limited
06.2023 - 11.2023
  • Managed monthly payroll processing.
  • Handled Income Tax, GST, and TDS payments.
  • Assisted in preparing financial statements in compliance with US GAAP.
  • Supported company auditors during audit processes.
  • Delivered regular financial presentations to senior management, facilitating informed decision-making processes.

Audit Manager

Y. Tirupathaiah & Co
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Led an internal audit for Andhra Pradesh Mineral Development Corporation, using financial modelling to improve budgeting and forecasting for raw material excavation, reducing wastage loss from 6.1% to 5.9%.
  • Conducted statutory audit for LIC (Kadapa Division), ensuring compliance and accurate reporting.
  • Managed audits for Central Government schemes under the National Health Mission in Andhra Pradesh, consolidating accounts for 1,300 hospitals with total expenditures of ₹1,100 crore.
  • Implemented scrap recognition systems, improving tracking accuracy by 10% through data analysis.
  • Presented audit findings and accounting variances to partners, improving documentation quality and audit planning.
  • Prepared financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.

Cost Trainee

A.R Motors Ltd.
02.2022 - 05.2023
  • Implemented Just-in-Time (JIT) inventory management via Tally ERP 9, cutting costs by 1%.
  • Identified discrepancies of ₹85,000 in spare parts usage through bin card and ledger reconciliation; recommended stricter access controls and enhanced documentation practices.
  • Conducted cost analysis using Power BI to visualize cost trends, supporting budgeting and forecasting.

Accounts and Audit Assistant

Kara & Associates
06.2019 - 01.2022
  • Conducted statutory audits for Bank of Baroda, Indian Bank, and stock audit of union Bank of India ensuring compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards.
  • Led stock audit for Sony India Retail Stores (₹5.36 crore inventory), consolidating reports from 80+ branches, resolving valuation discrepancies, and reporting to head office.
  • Reviewed and analysed financial statements for external audits in industries such as transport, service ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting principles and legal regulations.
  • Analysed major variations in P&L and Balance Sheet items, conducted year-end risk analytics, identified discrepancies in opening balances, and rectified them to ensure accuracy and financial integrity.
  • Prepared and filed income tax returns and TDS returns for individuals and businesses, ensuring compliance with applicable tax laws and regulations.
  • Managed GST compliance by reconciling Input Tax Credit (ITC) between purchase records and GSTR-2B/3B, reversing ineligible credits under Sections 16 & 17(5), and ensuring accurate GSTR-1/3B reporting.
  • Conducted reconciliation of input tax credit and output tax liabilities to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Digitized and automated physical books of accounts into computerized accounting system, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial reporting and audits.

Education

MSc - Accounting and Finance (Finance & Accountancy)

Teesside University
05.2025

Cost and Management Accountancy (CMA-Final) - undefined

Institute of Cost Accountants of India
01.2023

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounts, Finance, and Costing

Krishna University
01.2022

Chartered Accountancy (CA-Inter) - undefined

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
01.2019

Intermediate - Mathematics, Economics, and Commerce

Master Minds
01.2016

Skills

  • Financial reporting and variance analysis
  • Cost and Management accounting (ABC, Standard costing)
  • Internal and statutory audit
  • Forecasting and Budget analysis
  • Tally ERP 9, SAP S4 HANA
  • WinMan, Finacle Banks
  • Quickbooks
  • Power BI & Data visualization
  • IFRS, VAT & Corporate tax
  • Advanced Excel with AI analytics
  • PeopleSoft knowledge
  • Financial risk assessment
  • Data analysis and problem solving

Affiliations

  • Associate Cost and Management Accountant (ACMA), ICMAI
  • Semi qualified Chartered Accountant, ICAI.
  • Eligible for CIMA Strategic Level Exam (exemptions granted).

Certification

  • Certificate in Advanced Information technology training.
  • Certificate in SAP FICO.
  • Certificate in Power Bi for finance professionals.
  • Certificate in Excel using AI.

Timeline

Assistant Finance Manager

Aner Info Technologies Private Limited
06.2023 - 11.2023

Audit Manager

Y. Tirupathaiah & Co
02.2023 - 05.2023

Cost Trainee

A.R Motors Ltd.
02.2022 - 05.2023

Accounts and Audit Assistant

Kara & Associates
06.2019 - 01.2022

Cost and Management Accountancy (CMA-Final) - undefined

Institute of Cost Accountants of India

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounts, Finance, and Costing

Krishna University

Chartered Accountancy (CA-Inter) - undefined

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Intermediate - Mathematics, Economics, and Commerce

Master Minds

MSc - Accounting and Finance (Finance & Accountancy)

Teesside University
SIVA RAMA KRISHNAM RAJU KURAPATI