SUSHMA K S
SENIOR ANALYST | (ASPIRANT) US CMA | CA INTER | US GAAP | MEC OPTIMIZATION
Bengaluru
Summary
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Analyst – US Accounting
Sikich India Pvt Ltd
01.2023 - Current
- Managed end-to-end US GAAP accounting for U.S.-based clients, delivering 100% compliance and accurate financials.
- Implemented automation in reconciliations and reporting, boosting accuracy by 25%.
- Led a team of 5 accountants, implemented process documentation, and improved efficiency by 30% via smart workflow.
- Oversaw MEC: Owned month-end close for US entities (GL, accruals, prepayments, intercompany), reduced close from 10 days to 6 days by automating recurring accruals and standardizing reconciliation templates — improved reporting timeliness for FP&A and reduced audit queries by 50%.
- Streamlined calculations for recurring amounts by implementing Revenue recognition ASC 606 and Lease Accounting ASC 842 schedules with internal control checkpoints.
- Directed audits (including 1099 compliance) with zero audit findings.
- Managed full-cycle AP and AR operations, integrating O2C and P2P processes with Forex fluctuation analysis.
- Reporting: Financial reports, MIS, Cashflow, Reconciliation reports (AP, AR, GL, Tax & Payroll); Fixed asset register and Payrolls.
- Interacted directly with U.S. stakeholders, reinforcing client relationships.
- US GAAP financials owned for SaaS, Logistics, and CPG clients.
Article Assistant – CA Practice
DN Joshi & Co
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Executed posting of sales, purchase, journal, contra, and inter-company entries to enhance record-keeping efficiency. Maintained meticulous financial records through careful entry management. Conducted thorough reviews of posted entries to ensure compliance with accounting standards.
- Month End, Year End Entries.
- Bank and General Ledgers: Inter-company reconciliations
- Executed complete accounting procedures, encompassing data entry and review activities. Analyzed general ledgers for discrepancies and corrections. Finalized financial reports, ensuring adherence to standards. Reviewed financial documentation for thoroughness and precision.
- Executed IT-RV tax filings to ensure compliance with regulations. Managed TDS processes to optimize deductions and timely submissions. Oversaw GST calculations and returns to maintain accurate reporting. Administered VAT compliance to mitigate risks and ensure adherence to laws.
- Supervised team of 3 while developing accountability protocols and nurturing culture of continuous improvement to improve output quality.
Senior Analyst – US Accounting
Accelerated Growth Research and Delivery Centre Pvt Ltd
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Budgets and Forecasting: Monthly, Quarterly and Yearly
- End to End Accounting: Data entry General ledgers financial reports and finalization
- Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to compile and arrange client data.
- LOB: SaaS, Fitness and Wellness, Logistics, CPG.
Accountant – US and Indian Accounting
Sigma Infosolutions Ltd
01.2015 - 06.2018
- Statutory: GST: Registration, Return and Refund, TDS Returns
- Bank and Softex: STPI Certification, FIRC regularization with Bank
- Recording Data: Posting Sales, Purchase, Journal, Contra, Inter-company, Month End, Year End entries
- Management Reports: Customer Order booking, WIP report, Monthly revenue report, Sales Commission report
- Ad hoc work: Consulting agreement preparation, Employee, travel card issue and co-coordinating with Bank
Associate Accountant
Winprotech (India) Pvt Ltd
07.2014 - 01.2015
- Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable
- Reconciliations: Bank, General Ledger, Inter-company
- Debtor and Creditor Analysis
- Budgets and Forecasting
Account Executive
DN Joshi & Co
07.2012 - 06.2014
- Recording Data: Posting Sales, Purchase, Journal, Contra, Inter- company, Month End, Year End Entries
- Reconciliations: Bank, General Ledgers, Inter company
- Audit: Company, Bank, Co-operative societies, Hospitals, construction companies
- Taxation: IT-RV filing, TDS, GST, VAT
Education
IMA (Institute of Management Accountants) - 2025 -
US CMA (Aspirant)
Institute Of Chartered Accounts Of India - 2019 -
CA Inter
IGNOU - 2016 -
Master Of Commerce
Kuvempu University - 2012 -
Bachelor Of Commerce
Skills
US GAAP Financial Reporting & Compliance Audit Month-End / Year-End Close (MEC) 1099 Reporting Payroll Accounts Payable & Receivable GL Reconciliations Budget and Variance Analysis
Team Leadership Training & Mentoring Process Transformation
Recruiting and technical (internal) training
Building Interview Questionnaire and set processes, taking interviews, new hire training and new skills training, accounting process training
Timeline
Senior Analyst – US Accounting
Sikich India Pvt Ltd
01.2023 - Current
Article Assistant – CA Practice
DN Joshi & Co
01.2020 - 12.2022
Senior Analyst – US Accounting
Accelerated Growth Research and Delivery Centre Pvt Ltd
01.2019 - 12.2019
Accountant – US and Indian Accounting
Sigma Infosolutions Ltd
01.2015 - 06.2018
Associate Accountant
Winprotech (India) Pvt Ltd
07.2014 - 01.2015
Account Executive
DN Joshi & Co
07.2012 - 06.2014
IGNOU - 2016 -
Master Of Commerce
Kuvempu University - 2012 -
Bachelor Of Commerce
IMA (Institute of Management Accountants) - 2025 -
US CMA (Aspirant)
Institute Of Chartered Accounts Of India - 2019 -
CA Inter