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Sujatha Nethaji

Chennai

Summary

Dedicated finance professional with extensive experience in financial reporting, auditing, and regulatory compliance across dynamic and fast-paced environments. Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams while driving process improvements and implementing innovative financial practices. Skilled in applying various accounting frameworks (including IFRS and US GAAP), managing risk, and ensuring timely, accurate reporting. Recognized for fostering a culture of continuous learning and delivering strategic financial insights that drive business performance. Seeking a challenging leadership role that enables organizational impact and supports ongoing personal and professional growth.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Vice President

Apex fund services LLP
Bangalore
12.2022 - Current
  • Reviewed and prepared bookkeeping for managed accounts on a daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
  • Prepared and reviewed financial statements in compliance with multiple GAAPs, primarily IFRS, and US GAAP.
  • Developed, documented, and implemented standardized procedures to improve efficiency, and reduce time and cost in the financial reporting process.
  • Led a team in a high-volume, deadline-driven production environment, consistently maintaining 100% accuracy and compliance.
  • Provided ongoing training, coaching, and development to team members to uphold high standards of client service, and operational excellence.
  • Effectively managed team resources, defined team objectives, and ensured alignment with organizational goals.
  • Managed recruitment, onboarding, and training processes for new hires; addressed performance management, KPIs, and personnel challenges.
  • Prepared MIS reports and developed comprehensive process manuals to support operational consistency.
    Resolved complex queries raised by onshore teams, clients, auditors, and directors in a timely and professional manner.
  • Managed teams of 5 to 15 associates and senior associates, ensuring consistent performance and development.
  • Coordinated with onshore stakeholders to define and manage financial statement timelines and deliverables.
  • Handled client communications, and implemented new regulatory disclosures and reporting requirements as needed.
  • Monitored day-to-day activities of team members while maintaining and nurturing long-term client relationships.
  • Ensured quality control, risk mitigation, and effective resource utilization within the team.
  • Delivered training programs to maintain high-quality service standards and team capability.
  • Promoted employee career growth by defining clear career paths and development plans.

Assistant Manager

NAV Backoffice IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
09.2021 - 12.2022
  • Prepared key financial statement schedules per US GAAP and IFRS standards.
  • Compiled Statement of Assets and Liabilities, Statement of Operations, and Cash Flow Statement.
  • Managed derivative disclosures in accordance with ASC 815 requirements.
  • Calculated notional disclosures for derivative products and prepared offsetting table disclosures.
  • Drafted comprehensive notes to accounts based on fund governing documents.
  • Consolidated financial statements for multiple entities to enhance reporting accuracy.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of fair value hierarchy as outlined by ASC 820.
  • Executed financial statement preparation for private equity and hedge funds.

Senior Associate

STATESTREET Services India Pvt Ltd.
06.2018 - 12.2019
  • Prepared and analyzed interim and annual financial statements per US GAAP and IFRS for alternative investment funds.
  • Established and maintained reporting binders for each fund throughout reporting cycles.
  • Ensured accuracy of documentation supporting financial statement disclosures, conducting thorough research to resolve discrepancies.
  • Drafted financial statements disclosures compliant with Investment Company U.S. GAAP/IFRS requirements.
  • Executed planning procedures to identify potential issues before reporting cycles commenced, collaborating with relevant parties for resolution.
  • Conducted detailed reviews of general ledger balances, initiating issue resolutions with appropriate stakeholders.
  • Coordinated receipt of reports and extracts from internal and external sources to support financial analysis.
  • Strictly adhered to production calendars and deadlines, ensuring timely completion of assignments.

Senior Fund Administrator

BNY MELLON India
12.2016 - 06.2018
  • Prepared monthly audit and proofing packages for funds to ensure compliance.
  • Analyzed Fund Trial Balance and Portfolio Valuation Report for discrepancies.
  • Cross-verified Fund Shareholders Report with Administrative System for accuracy.
  • Conducted reconciliations between Trial Balance and other financial reports.
  • Participated in monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting processes within established timelines.
  • Developed and maintained an error log report for root cause analysis.
  • Provided training and knowledge transfer sessions for new team members.
  • Reviewed mutual funds' SOI and financial statements to adhere to U.S. GAAP standards.

Senior Analyst

State Street HCL Service India PVT Ltd.
08.2013 - 08.2015
  • Prepared Mutual Funds financial statements in compliance with US GAAP standards.
  • Generated Statements of Assets and Liabilities, Statement of Operations, and Statement of Changes in Net Assets.
  • Ensured timely preparation of financial statements according to scheduled reporting periods.
  • Compiled MIS reports based on client deliverables and error log feedback.
  • Validated closing balances from previous year against current year trial balance and related reports.
  • Collected necessary backup data from fund accounting team for statement preparations.
  • Reconciled values between trial balance, APAR, SOC, and other financial reports.
  • Developed Standard Operating Procedures tailored to specific client fund requirements.

Education

MBA - Finance & HR

GanadipathyTulsi's Jain Engineering College
Vellore
07-2013

B.com - Accounting & Commerce

Dr.M.G.R.Chockalingam Arts College
Arni
06-2010

Skills

  • Financial reporting - mutual, hedge, and private funds
  • Regulatory compliance
  • IFRS compliance
  • US GAAP compliance
  • Team management
  • Process improvement
  • Client relationship management
  • Training development
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Productivity tools: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Accounting and investment systems: Eagle Investment Solution, IAX, Tally, Bloomberg
  • Financial reporting tools: FundSuite Arc, Report Builder

Certification

  • Certified Diploma in business accounting application from GENESIS:

    TALLY.ERP 9 & Office Automation
    Practical Business Book Keeping
    Advanced Business Accounting
    Technology in TALLY.ERP 9

Accomplishments

  • Received WOW Awards from the onshore executive for the amazing effort
  • Awarded as an outstanding performer for being a dedicated and consistent performer
  • Completed the Belt Lean Certification Program from HCL in 2014
  • As a team player, my team received the BEST TEAM AMJ'14 Award
  • I received 2nd place as a topper in the Master of Business Administration and also in the Bachelor of Commerce

Timeline

Assistant Vice President

Apex fund services LLP
12.2022 - Current

Assistant Manager

NAV Backoffice IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
09.2021 - 12.2022

Senior Associate

STATESTREET Services India Pvt Ltd.
06.2018 - 12.2019

Senior Fund Administrator

BNY MELLON India
12.2016 - 06.2018

Senior Analyst

State Street HCL Service India PVT Ltd.
08.2013 - 08.2015

MBA - Finance & HR

GanadipathyTulsi's Jain Engineering College

B.com - Accounting & Commerce

Dr.M.G.R.Chockalingam Arts College

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