Years of professional experience
Open To Work
AFTAB BHANDILKAR
Senior Accountant
Doha,Qatar
Summary
Detail-oriented and results-driven Senior Accountant with 6 years of experience in Qatar, specializing in financial reporting, VAT compliance, and full-cycle accounting (AP/AR, month-end closures). Skilled in SAP, Oracle, and Excel, with a proven track record of improving forecasting accuracy and reducing discrepancies by 30% through streamlined reconciliations. Recognized for analytical precision, ethical work practices, and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver accurate, timely, and audit-proof financial operations.
Overview
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Work History
Senior Accountant - Multi-Country Operations
Deutschland Technology LLC
Doha
12.2025 - Current
- Prepare and review financial reports as per IFRS, IAS and ad hoc analyses to support management decision-making.
- Oversee GL processes in SAP ERP, ensuring accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end closings.
- Designed and implemented Power BI reports improving forecasting & cross-departmental decision-making.
- Managed cash flow and liquidity to ensure the financial health of the organization.
- Directed quarterly & annual stock counts, reviewed reconciliations to ensure accurate inventory reporting.
- Establish and enforce strong internal controls to protect company assets and maintain financial integrity.
- Managed accounts payable (AP) and receivable (AR), monitored aging reports, and improved collection efficiency.
- Led the preparation of the company's ICV report and financial analysis for continuous improvement.
- Led budgeting and forecasting processes, providing variance analysis and actionable financial insights.
- Facilitate external audits by ensuring accurate documentation and providing clear explanations.
- Analyzed cost structures and implemented cost-reduction strategies to enhance profitability.
- Managed bank facilities and financial instruments; including bonds, LG & LC.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams on special projects and financial workflow enhancements.
- Administered payroll, ensuring accuracy in salary transfers, WPS payments, and settlements.
- Ensured compliance with Qatari tax laws, preparing and filing corporate and statutory returns.
Senior Accountant
HP Industries WLL
Doha
03.2024 - 12.2025
- Managed petty cash reimbursements and replenishments for 12 accounts, ensuring proper documentation.
- Coordinated quarterly and annual stock counts with the stores department, performed reconciliations, and investigated variances to ensure accurate inventory reporting.
- Verified purchase documents, prepared supplier aging reports, processed payments, and coordinated with subcontractors to settle outstanding dues.
- Managed receivables, cash flow, petty cash, loan schedules, and PDC registers.
- Assisted external audits by preparing required documentation and maintaining an accurate fixed asset register.
- Supported treasury operations for multiple bank and credit card, fund transfers & managing bank facilities.
- Prepared and arranged suppliers' and subcontractors' payments according to aging analysis.
- Managed complete financial transactions, including daily bookkeeping, journal entries, and ledger maintenance, ensuring accurate and timely recordkeeping.
- Handle full-cycle Accounts Receivable, including customer invoicing, payment follow-ups, and collections.
- Monitor and manage Aging Receivables reports to reduce overdue balances and improve cash flow.
- Handled end-to-end bank reconciliations, vendor account settlements, and payment processing to maintain healthy cash flow and vendor relations.
- Reconcile customer accounts and coordinate with sales and finance teams to resolve disputes efficiently.
- Prepare monthly AR reports and assist management in decision-making based on receivables analysis.
- Maintained a strong documentation and control system for invoices, receipts, payment records, and other official documents.
- Supported procurement, general office administration, and internal HR functions such as employee records management and leave tracking.
Accounts Executive
Powerweave Software Services Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Maintained company financial records using Dynamic Solo and SAP systems, ensuring data accuracy and compliance with internal standards.
- Processed vendor invoices, payments, and customer receipts precisely, ensuring timely and accurate financial postings.
- Collected and reviewed financial data to support month-end and year-end book closures, enabling timely reporting.
- Assisted in monthly forecasting by analyzing accounts payable trends and accurately projecting expenditures.
- Ensured strict compliance with internal controls and corporate policies within the accounts payable process.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining AP workflows and implementing an automated invoice processing system.
- Reduced data entry errors by developing and deploying Excel macros for automating repetitive invoice-related tasks.
- Investigated and resolved invoice discrepancies and vendor queries, protecting company assets and maintaining vendor trust.
- Enhanced financial documentation accuracy by organizing and maintaining a structured accounts payable filing system.
Assistant Accountant
F-Dent Pvt Ltd
Mumbai
06.2020 - 07.2022
- Maintained sales and purchase ledgers, bank reconciliations, and managed cash flow.
- Assisted in the month-end financial closing and supported the preparation of financial Statements.
- Resolved discrepancies in vendor/customer invoices and ensured ledger accuracy.
- Submitted cash and check deposits and generated cash receipts to record money received.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure accurate application of payments, credits, and adjustments to client accounts.
- Maintained up-to-date customer contact information, enabling effective communication regarding account status and payment inquiries.
- Made outbound calls to vendors and customers to discuss and resolve account needs.
- Collaborated with sales team to resolve billing discrepancies, resulting in improved customer relationships and increased client satisfaction.
- Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
Education
MBA - Business Administration - Finance
Institute of Management Development & Research
08.2026
Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com) - Commerce, Finance & Business Administration
University of Mumbai
07.2021
Skills
- Accounts Receivable Management
- Payroll Processing
- Petty Cash Handling
- Bank Reconciliation
- Financial Reporting
- Aging Receivables Analysis
- DSO Management
- Advanced Microsoft Excel
- Power BI
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Accounting Software: Xero
- Odoo
- Tally ERP
- SAP FI-CO
- Customer Account Reconciliation
- Invoice Processing
- MIS Reporting
- Credit Control
- Collections
Certification
- State Trade Certificate - Accounts Executive, Govt of Maharashtra, 2021, Secured 70%
- Advanced Microsoft Excel & Power BI Training
- Microsoft Office Certification (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Global Market Analysis & Trading (Part-Time)
Active self-directed study and execution of trading strategies across forex, commodities, and the Indian market; utilizing macroeconomic indicators, chart pattern analysis, and risk management for portfolio diversification.
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Arabic
Intermediate (B1)
Work Preference
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Senior Accountant - Multi-Country Operations
Deutschland Technology LLC
12.2025 - Current
Senior Accountant
HP Industries WLL
03.2024 - 12.2025
Accounts Executive
Powerweave Software Services Pvt Ltd
08.2022 - 02.2024
Assistant Accountant
F-Dent Pvt Ltd
06.2020 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Commerce (B. Com) - Commerce, Finance & Business Administration
University of Mumbai
MBA - Business Administration - Finance
Institute of Management Development & Research