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Swathi Lakshmi Narasimhan

Chennai

Summary

Highly motivated and detail-oriented CPA with a strong educational foundation in accounting and internal audit. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a commitment to accuracy and precision. Eager to contribute to a dynamic organization as a valuable member where I can learn from experienced professionals and grow as a CPA.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Consultant

Deloitte
Chennai
03.2024 - Current
  • Conducted thorough internal audits to assess compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Conducted testing and analysis of internal controls to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies.
  • Identified risks and weaknesses in internal controls and recommended improvements to mitigate them.
  • Prepared detailed audit reports outlining findings, recommendations, and action plans for management review.
  • Led and executed comprehensive internal audits across multiple critical business processes including Procure-to-Pay (P2P), Order-to-Cash (O2C), Human Resources (HR), and Fixed Assets.
  • Developed and documented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for various departments to streamline processes and ensure consistency.
  • Revised existing SOPs to reflect changes in processes, regulations, or organizational needs.

Associate

CA Lakshmi Narasimhan
Chennai
05.2023 - 02.2024
  • Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts.
  • Prepare and file accurate and timely tax returns, ensuring compliance.
  • Manage day-to-day accounting activities such as journal entries, general ledger maintenance, accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, and month-end/year-end closing procedures.
  • Monitor cash flow, prepare cash flow forecasts, and ensure adequate liquidity for operational needs for companies.

Audit Associate

KPSN and associates
Chennai
03.2022 - 03.2023
  • Conducted vouching procedures for financial transactions and supporting documentation.
  • Verified the accuracy and authenticity of recorded transactions by examining source documents, invoices, receipts, and other relevant evidence.
  • Identified and resolved discrepancies or irregularities through detailed analysis and investigation.
  • Participated in the planning, execution, and reporting of internal audit engagements.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop audit programs and procedures to address identified risks and control weaknesses.
  • Conducted physical stock counts and reconciled the results with recorded inventory balances.
  • Verified the existence and condition of stock items by inspecting physical inventory and comparing it with documentation.

Articled Assistant

CA Lakshmi Narasimhan
Chennai
02.2019 - 02.2022
  • Handling books of accounts of companies and partnership firms and prepare balance sheet, statement of profit and loss, etc.
  • Tax planning of clients and filing of income tax returns.
  • Preparing and reviewing budgets.
  • Prepared accurate and comprehensive financial forecasts, including revenue projections, expense budgets, and cash flow projections.
  • Analyze periodically financial statements of corporate clients.
  • GST payment and return filing.
  • TDS/TCS payment and return filing.
  • Conducted data analytics and give insights to management.
  • Assisted in the conduct of comprehensive audits of banks, assessing internal controls, regulatory compliance, and risk management practices. Reviewed financial statements, loan portfolios, and deposit operations.

Education

Certified Public Accountant(awaiting License) -

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
United States
2023

CA Intermediate -

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
India
2019

Master of Commerce -

University of Madras, Distance Education
TamilNadu, India

Bachelor of Commerce -

University of Madras, Distance Education
TamilNadu, India
2020

Class XII - Commerce

PS Senior Secondary School
TamilNadu, India
2017

Class X -

PS Senior Secondary School
TamilNadu, India
2015

Skills

  • Financial statement analysis
  • Financial reporting standards (US GAAP)
  • Decision making
  • Microsoft Excel skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Analytical thinking
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Team player
  • Risk assessment

Languages

English, Tamil, Hindi
First Language

Accomplishments

Secured Subject topper in Business studies with 99%.

Timeline

Consultant

Deloitte
03.2024 - Current

Associate

CA Lakshmi Narasimhan
05.2023 - 02.2024

Audit Associate

KPSN and associates
03.2022 - 03.2023

Articled Assistant

CA Lakshmi Narasimhan
02.2019 - 02.2022

Certified Public Accountant(awaiting License) -

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants

CA Intermediate -

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Master of Commerce -

University of Madras, Distance Education

Bachelor of Commerce -

University of Madras, Distance Education

Class XII - Commerce

PS Senior Secondary School

Class X -

PS Senior Secondary School

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