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Vishal Sharma

Shahdara

Summary

Finance & Accounting Specialist with over 6 years of experience in GL accounting, financial audits, and tax compliance. Expertise in IFRS reporting, SOX controls, and stakeholder engagement. Proven track record in managing month-end close and preparing audit-ready documentation for global clients. Skilled in enhancing accounting processes to improve efficiency for internal finance teams.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Analyst (R2R)

IHG Hotels & Resort
Gurugram
05.2023 - Current
  • Compiled month-end reports to validate allocations and ensure compliance with standards.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve operational efficiency across properties.
  • Led end-to-end General Ledger (GL) accounting and Record to Report (R2R) processes, ensuring accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close in compliance with IFRS and internal corporate policies.
  • Prepared and validated technical allocations, including Management and Technical Service Fees, and intercompany reconciliations, ensuring compliance with internal controls and SOX documentation requirements.
  • Designed, reviewed, and optimized monthly trend reports and variance analysis, ensuring accurate transaction flows into the GL and identifying anomalies or unusual patterns for correction.
  • Created detailed management reports and presentations highlighting KPI trends, GL account balances, and audit compliance, supporting strategic decision-making by finance leadership.

Sr. Consultant (Audit & Taxation)

Finsify Consulting Pvt Ltd
Noida
11.2020 - 04.2023
  • Delivered tax consulting services to individuals, small businesses, and corporations for accurate compliance and filing.
  • Prepared and filed income tax returns, GST returns, corporate filings, and supporting documentation to minimize audit risk.
  • Reviewed financial documentation to ensure compliance with regulations and facilitate smooth audits.
  • Led financial audits for multinational clients, ensuring adherence to internal controls and IFRS standards.
  • Conducted substantive testing and sampling of financial data, identifying control weaknesses and recommending improvements.
  • Collaborated with client finance teams to enhance audit preparedness and streamline documentation practices.

Finance Executive

Kumar Gandhi and Associates-(KGA) Chartered Accountants
Noida
02.2018 - 11.2020
  • Experienced in supporting financial operations, audits, and tax compliance. Proficient in monthly management reporting, account reconciliation, and coordination of month-end closings.
  • Hands-on involvement in GST implementation and audit, income tax return filing for individuals and corporates, and statutory compliance, including TDS, GST, and 15CA/CB certifications.
  • Skilled in preparing audit reports, finalizing financial statements, and assisting in assessments and appeals under income tax regulations.

Education

MBA - Finance

Sikkim Manipal University
India
01.2020

BCom -

Delhi University
Delhi, India
01.2016

Skills

  • Team leadership and development
  • Risk management
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • SharePoint
  • Data analysis
  • Financial reporting
  • Effective communication
  • Account reconciliation
  • Zoho Books and Tally ERP
  • Data collection and financial planning
  • Customer relations management
  • Oracle PeopleSoft
  • Genius SAG
  • Problem solving

Timeline

Sr. Analyst (R2R)

IHG Hotels & Resort
05.2023 - Current

Sr. Consultant (Audit & Taxation)

Finsify Consulting Pvt Ltd
11.2020 - 04.2023

Finance Executive

Kumar Gandhi and Associates-(KGA) Chartered Accountants
02.2018 - 11.2020

MBA - Finance

Sikkim Manipal University

BCom -

Delhi University
Vishal Sharma