Detail-oriented audit associate with 7 years of hands-on experience conducting audit planning activities and reviewing and compiling financial data. Expertise in evaluating internal and operational control procedures and determining liabilities and compliance with tax laws. Certified in taxation. Self-motivated professional comfortable taking initiative.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Language
Work History
AUDIT ASSOCIATE
KAVALAKAT AGENCIES
Thrissur, Kerala
03.2020 - 09.2022
Conducting audits: Perform audits of financial statements, operations, and systems to ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and laws and regulations (International Standards on
Analyzing financial data: analyze financial data to identify areas of risk and make recommendations for improvement.
Preparing reports: Prepare reports documenting findings, recommendations, and audit results for management review.
Collaborating with team members: Work with other audit associates, senior audit associates, and audit managers to complete audits efficiently and effectively.
followed up to assess and report corrective action completion or progress.
developed audit policies, guiding administrative and technical functions
collected and analyzed financial data to determine improvement efforts
analyzed trends in financial data to investigate fluctuations
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
K.F. FRANCIS TAX CONSULTANCY
Thrissur, Kerala
01.2019 - 02.2020
Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations
Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances
Handled month-end and year-end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
Updated general ledger with latest entries
Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes
Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors
Reviewed budgets and communicated discrepancies to senior management
Assisted in upgrade and conversion of in-house financial systems
Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency
JUNIOR ACCOUNTANT
TAX MASTER, THRISSUR
07.2018 - 12.2018
Through data entry, enter and maintain financial data in the company's accounting systems.
Bookkeeping: Perform basic bookkeeping tasks, including reconciling bank statements and accounts, posting transactions, and processing invoices.
Prepare and assist in the preparation of financial reports such as balance sheets and income statements.
Accounting operations: Support the day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and the general ledger.
Budgeting and forecasting: Assist with budget preparation, forecasting, and cost control analysis.
Compliance: Ensure compliance with accounting standards, laws, and regulations, including GAAP and tax regulations.
ACCOUNTS AND OPERATIONS ASSOCIATE
OPEN FIRMS CONSULTING PVT LTD
MUMBAI
08.2016 - 06.2018
Financial reporting: Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
Accounting operations: oversee and manage day-to-day accounting operations, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and the general ledger.
Financial analysis: conduct financial analysis and make recommendations for improvements to financial processes and systems.
Budgeting and forecasting: Prepare and manage budgets, cash flows, and forecasts, and provide analysis and recommendations for cost control.
Operations support: Assist with various operational tasks, such as inventory management, supply chain management, and customer service.
Process improvement: identify opportunities for process improvement in both financial and operational areas and work with relevant departments to implement changes.
Reporting: Prepare and present operational and financial reports to management and stakeholders.
maintained and prioritized a to-do list and followed up to complete tasks on time.
communicated with internal personnel to provide status updates for both shipping and receiving dates.
collaborated with peers and other business areas to leverage best practices.
operated a pallet jack to move unloaded goods to the correct locations in the warehouse.
increased profitability and productivity by minimizing downtime and streamlining quality control procedures.
Directed automation of office procedures such as correspondence management, recordkeeping, and online communications
Education
MSC - Finance and Management
University of Kent
Canterbury, KEN
MBA - Finance and Marketing
Birla Institute of Technology
Ras Al Khaimah
B. Com - Finance
University of Calicut
Abu Dhabi
Skills
Strong research and analytical skills
Advanced Knowledge of accounting and auditing procedures
Team player
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Project planning and time management skills
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information
Familiarity with accounting and office software
Annual Reports
Regulatory Requirements
Account Reconciliation
Team Engagement
Active Listening
Standardized Methodologies
Microsoft Office
Stock Valuation
Tax Return Preparation
Financial Statements Expertise
Financial Management
Financial Records Review
Financial Projections
Federal and State Tax Examination
Asset Utilization Analysis
Business Operations and Forecasting
Software
Tally
Sage 50
Quick Book
Microsoft Office
Certification
GST and VAT Training
Microsoft Office
Interests
Playing Cricket,Football, Chess and Sudoku
Travelling
Accomplishments
Supervised team of 10 staff members in ICSET 2015.