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Hi, I’m
Aida Oommen, CPA
Accountant
IL
Summary
- Results-oriented accounting professional with experience in accounting, financial analysis, and audit-related settings.
- Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly
- Acute attention to detail and a consistent track record of identifying process improvements to drive quality, accuracy, and efficiency.
- Strong work ethic and effective communication skills.
- Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
6
years of professional experience
1
Active Professional License / Certification
2
Academic Certifications
5
Years of Post-Secondary Education
Work History
@ Luxor WorkspacesIL, US
Staff Accountant
03.2024 - 04.2026
Job overview
- Timely and accurate completion of monthly journal entries and account reconciliations for four company subsidiaries.
- Processed transactions in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
- Identified and resolved discrepancies during the close process, improving reliability of financial statements and reducing closing time by ~30%.
- Authored SOPs and implemented process improvements to enhance accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting.
- Timely and accurate posting of customer payments and processing of invoices, while monitoring and maintaining low levels of overdue accounts through effective follow-up and communication with clients.
- Supported audit requests by gathering and explaining AR-related documentation, and assisted with sales tax audits, maintaining documentation and responding to requests.
- Prepared AR aging reports and provided insights to management for decision-making, identifying and addressing short payments or unapplied cash to improve cash flow and reduce outstanding balances.
- Collaborated with the sales and customer service teams to resolve billing issues efficiently, ensuring the integrity of financial records.
- Managed customer onboarding and updates in Vertex ERP system to streamline operations and generated tax-related reports for compliance and internal review.
Life Event, Relocation & Career Development
Career Break
10.2019 - 02.2024
@ M/s P.G. Bhagwat Chartered AccountantsPune, India
Consultant
07.2019 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Analyzed financial statements to ensure client compliance with regulations, minimizing potential risks.
- Conducted audits to assess financial accuracy and uncover discrepancies, reinforcing financial integrity.
Professional Development
Career Break
07.2018 - 06.2019
@ M/s P.G. Bhagwat Chartered AccountantsPune, India
Article Assistant
06.2015 - 06.2018
Job overview
- Completed Statutory, Tax, and VAT audits for two financial years for four multi-national clients of P.G. Bhagwat
- Ensured compliance with regulatory guidelines and auditing standards, supporting accurate financial reporting
- Verified accounting books and records for conformity with industry practices and corporate policies, enhancing reliability of financial reporting
- Verified and inspected accounts receivable, payable ledgers, and general ledgers for accuracy
- Ensured accuracy of bank deposits and payments during reconciliation
- Reviewed and recommended improvements to internal audit controls, strengthening overall compliance
- Inspected and assessed budgets, balance sheets, and financial statements, contributing to thorough financial analysis
- Execute audit assistant functions to check the accuracy of accounting systems and procedures
- Ensure all accounting and client databases remained updated and operational
Education
University of PuneIndia
Master’s degree from MCom
07.2016 - 06.2018
University of PuneIndia
Bachelor’s degree from BCom
07.2013 - 06.2016
Certification
CPA - Certified Public Accountant
New Mexico Public Accountancy Board
License # ACC-2025-0039
Certifications
- Advanced Financial Reporting, University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign, Coursera
- Information Technology Training (ITT), Western India Regional Council (WIRC)
Software
- ERP Systems (excellent proficiency in NetSuite. SAP & Vertex)
- MS Office Suite (excellent proficiency in MS Excel)
Skills
- Compliance with GAAP standards
- Regulatory adherence and compliance
- Audit methodologies and practices
- Accounts reconciliation
- Journal entries and month-end closes
- Preparation of financial statements
- Financial data analysis
- Fixed assets schedule & review
- Data analytics techniques
- AR aging analysis
- Process optimization strategies
- Management of AR processes
- Cost accounting principles and practices
- ERP system utilization
- Strategic decision making
- Detail-oriented approach
- Problem-solving skills
- Collaborative teamwork abilities
- Business communication effectiveness
Timeline
Staff Accountant
@ Luxor Workspaces
03.2024 - 04.2026
Career Break
Life Event, Relocation & Career Development
10.2019 - 02.2024
Consultant
@ M/s P.G. Bhagwat Chartered Accountants
07.2019 - 09.2019
Career Break
Professional Development
07.2018 - 06.2019
University of Pune
Master’s degree from MCom
07.2016 - 06.2018
Article Assistant
@ M/s P.G. Bhagwat Chartered Accountants
06.2015 - 06.2018
University of Pune
Bachelor’s degree from BCom
07.2013 - 06.2016
Volunteering And Leadership
Church choir co-leader and committee member, leading a group of 50 individuals
Work Permit
Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship