Experienced professional with a proven record in financial management, compliance, and process optimization. Demonstrated expertise in revenue accounting, financial reporting, and regulatory adherence. Highly regarded for strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Recognized for reliability, analytical thinking, and effective problem-solving abilities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Revenue Accounting Manager
Included Health
11.2022 - Current
Continuously analyze revenue processes for new products, markets, and channels.
Collaborate with global teams to drive revenue growth and operational excellence.
Manage global revenue recognition policies, including compliance, implementation, and training. - (ASC 606)
Oversee the monthly revenue accounting close process.
Review quarterly revenue disclosures in financial statements.
Lead transformation and automation of revenue operations to enable scalability and efficiency.
Championed continuous improvement initiatives focused on streamlining workflows for greater operational efficiency in the finance department.
Ensured accurate representation of deferred revenue balances through diligent account reconciliations and adjustments as necessary.
Finance & Compliance
Omnicom Media Group
05.2021 - 10.2022
Lead the accounting team to implement scalable processes and drive financial reporting and close improvements.
Handled the month end / quarter end and Year end closing process independently with Variance analysis / business reasoning.
Served as the company's expert on accounting matters and provide guidance on technical accounting decisions and associated documentation. (ASC 606).
Coordinate and manage the external audit process (KPMG), serving as primary liaison with auditor leadership. Conduct internal risk assessments and set up for business controls.
Produced consolidated financial statements in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and related internal financial reports on a timely basis.
Assist with financial integrations process across subsidiaries. Forge strong partnerships with critical teams throughout the organization and worked with 3 direct reports.
Accomplishments : SPOT award for independently spear heading North American Compliance initiatives in December 2021.
Finance Manager
Suryatej Infratech
01.2020 - 02.2021
Managed the month-end close process across all shared service companies. Reviewed and approved balance sheet account reconciliations and provide guidance in resolving reconciling items as needed.
Served as an escalation point for the accounting team and engaged with internal business partners.
Developed staff by managing performance, setting goals, ongoing training, and developing strong employee relationships.
Managed audit deliverables of the accounting team and serve as a liaison for the external auditors. (PWC) Managed the filing of the annual Corporate Tax Returns by providing a timetable with deadlines for the team and supported the Senior management with KPI goals and variance analysis on Opex, Capex and Performance areas. Owned various state and local tax filings and serve as a point of contact for inquiries.
Accomplishments : Helped to resolve a $50 million Tax liability position through Tax planning strategies and won the "Out of the box award" in Nov'20
Audit Senior
Nara Certified Public Accountants
04.2015 - 10.2019
Promoted to the position of Audit Senior with unanimous support from partners and managers and known for high emotional intelligence.
2-time winner of the firms “SWEAT award” which recognizes extraordinary performance in innovation, teaming, and client service for Assessment year 2016 and 2017.
Integral part of Audit committee interviews and was in-charge of drafting engagement letters and regulatory compliance.
Secured private funding of $5 million for a sporting entity through investor presentations and pitch-decks. Worked on preparing FCNRC and term sheets for various start- up investments and takeover. ($5million USD)
Rolled out a new journal entry testing methodology using ACL software that resulted in a reduction of 10% time and effort for the completion of similar audits firm wide
Audit Assistant
Deloitte
07.2014 - 03.2015
Participated in complex financial statement audits for large public companies in various industries, including pharma, insurance, and hospitality.
Clients included: Shire ($15B Revenue), MetLife ($70B Revenue) and Starbucks ($26B Revenue) Performed first-time audit engagements including control walk throughs and SOX documentation for the Shire engagement.
Education
Master of Arts - Accounting And Finance
Masters of Commerce
New Delhi
10.2022
Certified Public Accountant - CPA (Awaiting license)
AICPA
08.2019
Company Secretary (Legal Compliance)) - Chartered Secretary
ICSI
08.2019
Skills
US-GAAP Compliance
Month-End Closing Expertise
Advanced Oracle QuickBooks User
Salesforce Proficiency
Workday System Experience
Expense Management Software
Familiarity with Media Ocean
Acura Proficiency
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Regulatory Compliance Dashboard
Revenue Recognition Expertise
Accounts Receivable Management
Inventory accounting
Monthly Financial Closure
Accomplishments
Best business presenter” awarded by the Corporate secretary institute, India.
Secured all India #1 Rank in “Business ethics & Communication” and Banking laws.
Yuva Bharath awardee for exceptional performance in sports and academics during school and college.
Secretary of the Rotary club from 2011-2014 and worked on several poverty alleviation programs.
Board member of a leading sustainability / climate change initiative headed under the father of Evergreen revolution Prof. M.S Swaminathan
Additional Information
Green card holder - No requirement for future visa sponsorship.
Timeline
Revenue Accounting Manager
Included Health
11.2022 - Current
Finance & Compliance
Omnicom Media Group
05.2021 - 10.2022
Finance Manager
Suryatej Infratech
01.2020 - 02.2021
Audit Senior
Nara Certified Public Accountants
04.2015 - 10.2019
Audit Assistant
Deloitte
07.2014 - 03.2015
Certified Public Accountant - CPA (Awaiting license)
AICPA
Company Secretary (Legal Compliance)) - Chartered Secretary