Sulakshani Kulkarni
Finance Professional
Mumbai
Summary
A seasoned professional with over 23 years of cross-functional experience in accounts, imports and exports, inventory control, taxation, planning, sales, purchase, etc. Currently serving as Deputy General Manager at Gem Aromatics Private Limited. Proven track record of streamlining accounting systems, implementing monitoring practices, and achieving outstanding results. Strong interpersonal, analytical, negotiation, and team-building skills.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy General Manager
Gem Aromatics Limited
07.2010 - Current
- Managed team of 25 finance professionals, providing guidance, support, and ongoing training to ensure continued growth and development.
- Spearheaded implementation of new accounting software, resulting in increased efficiency and improved financial tracking capabilities.
- Collaborated closely with department heads to establish accurate budgets and monitor performance against targets.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by conducting thorough internal audits and implementing necessary corrective actions.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining processes and implementing efficient financial controls.
- Enhanced cash flow management with timely accounts receivable monitoring and collections efforts.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Maintained strong relationships with external auditors, facilitating smooth annual audit processes and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Oversaw all aspects of month-end close process, ensuring timely completion of accurate financial statements for executive review.
- Optimized working capital availability by proactively managing inventory levels, accounts receivable balances, vendor payment terms negotiation.
Senior Accountant
Quality Emphasis Steel Solutions
10.2008 - 06.2010
- Provided timely and accurate financial reporting to senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on reliable data.
- Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
- Prepared bank reconciliations on monthly basis to identify potential discrepancies between company records and bank statements.
- Collaborated with senior accountants to perform month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely financial reporting.
- Improved tax compliance by accurately preparing and filing tax returns.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and analyzing financial statements.
- Assisted in payroll administration by reviewing timesheets, calculating employee paychecks, and processing deductions for taxes or benefits.
- Prepared journal entries and entered into system using Tally.
Accountant
Vaibhav & Associates, Chartered Accountants
07.2005 - 09.2008
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
Accounts Assistant
Deccan Colour & Chemicals Pvt Ltd
11.2003 - 06.2005
- Optimized tax filing processes by gathering required documentation and ensuring accurate reporting of financial data.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by reconciling accounts, verifying transaction details, and resolving discrepancies.
- Efficiently managed vendor relationships by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Supported the accounting team with month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely completion and accurate reporting.
Accountant
Vaibhav & Associates, Chartered Accountants
09.2000 - 10.2003
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
Office Assistant
Supreme Dye Works
11.1997 - 08.2000
- Handled payroll duties accurately ensuring all employees received their paychecks on time.
- Acted as liaison between departments to facilitate flow of information leading to improved interdepartmental collaboration.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy in data entry tasks while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
Education
F.Y.B.COM - COMMERCE
MUMBAI UNIVERSITY
MUMBAISkills
Accounts
Imports & Exports
Inventory Control
Taxation
Treasury
Banking
Decision-Making
Supervision and leadership
Self-Directed
Team Management
Timeline
Deputy General Manager
Gem Aromatics Limited
07.2010 - Current
Senior Accountant
Quality Emphasis Steel Solutions
10.2008 - 06.2010
Accountant
Vaibhav & Associates, Chartered Accountants
07.2005 - 09.2008
Accounts Assistant
Deccan Colour & Chemicals Pvt Ltd
11.2003 - 06.2005
Accountant
Vaibhav & Associates, Chartered Accountants
09.2000 - 10.2003
Office Assistant
Supreme Dye Works
11.1997 - 08.2000
F.Y.B.COM - COMMERCE
MUMBAI UNIVERSITY