Akil Thara Gopal Kanakaraj
Summary
Qualified CPA (US) and Qualified Chartered Accountant (India) .More than 10 years of experience in the field of Accounting, Auditing, Finance, Management, Taxation & Corporate compliances.
Skilled at overseeing complex, high-value technical projects with excellent planning competencies. Organized and dependable candidate with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Quick learner. Ability to multitask to meet deadlines.
To seek and maintain position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
US Implementation Lead
Tech Mahindra Americas -Allyis
07.2023 - Current
- Streamlined implementation processes by identifying and addressing inefficiencies, resulting in reduced project timelines.
- Developed detailed project plans for successful implementation of new systems and integration with the TechM and their software upgrades.
- Implemented effective management strategies, facilitating smooth transitions for end-users during integration and upgrades.
- Accomplished cost savings by negotiating favorable contract terms with vendors during the procurement process.
- Handling the company finance along with managing payroll,vendor management,accounting and reporting.
- Partnered with project team members to identify and solving complex problems and support thoughtful decision-making
Financial Assistant
Tech Mahindra Americas -Allyis
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Monthly budget monitoring and deviation analysis, with follow-up constructive reports to management.Helped in closely monitoring expenses and identifying areas for cost reduction.
- Verifying the internal controls, working with Quick books, ADP, MS excels and developing the task into a process and reporting to the management .Checking vendor setup and payment, operational expenses, bank account administration and bank reconciliations.
- Coordinating with the External Auditors for the timely completion of the audit process and providing support during the audit field work
- Analyzing the data through various excel skills and providing the details & helping in Financial Planning and Analysis(FP&A)
- Responsible for the payroll management and Audited, balanced & reconciled payroll for more than 200+ employees
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements, Improved cash flow management by regularly tracking receivables and payables.
Relationship Banker
Bank of America
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Meeting the clients to generate new business for the bank, Opening of new accounts, credit cards, debit cards, check and helping with clients in the matters relating to their accounts
- Contributed to the successful launch of new products by collaborating closely with marketing teams on promotional campaigns and materials.
- Review bank products and provide clients with the most beneficial financial advice.Increased cross-selling success by proactively identifying client needs and suggesting appropriate financial solutions.
- Collaborated with branch team members to improve overall performance and achieve sales targets consistently.
Chartered Accountant
Professional Practice
10.2014 - 04.2021
- Handled Statutory Audits of Private Limited companies - Finalization of Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss Account & Cash Flow statement
- Handled Statutory Audits of nationalized Public Sector Banks - Identification of Non-Performing Assets (NPA) & verification of adequacy of provisioning, verification of cash & other valuables .Verification of Advances & Deposits, Finalization of Bank Branch audit report, Long Form Audit Report (LFAR), Memorandum of Changes (MOC)
- VAT Audits - Scrutiny of Purchases & Sales recorded in the Books of Account with VAT Returns filed & reporting the differences & Complying with the filing of monthly VAT / GST Returns
- Preparation of Projected Financials & computation of various accounting ratios, preparation of CMA Data and work in close co-ordination with Banks in relation to the working capital proposals of the clients
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by accurately preparing and submitting tax returns for clients.
Education
Certified Public Accountants (US -CPA) -
Qualified
NASBAChartered Accountant (CA) -
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Master of Business Administration(Financial Mgmt ) - Financial Management
Bharathiar University
Cbe, IndiaMaster of Commerce (M.Com) -
Bharathiar University
Coimbatore, IndiaPost Graduate Diploma in Information Systems Audit (DISA) -
ICAI
Skills
- Financial Reporting and Analysis
- Project Planning and Budgeting
- Risk Assessment and Internal control management
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
- Effective team management
- Sound working knowledge in Quick books, TallyERP 9
- Strong Microsoft Office skills - MS-Excel, Word,Powerpoint including ability to analyze huge data through pivots, vlookup, xlookup and various other functions
- Hands on with Income Tax E-Filing Tools such as Winman, Taxman,Drake software etc
- Working knowledge on the Core Banking Solution software's (Finacle, Banks Soft etc)
- Advanced bookkeeping skills ,Quick books knowledge and Auditing proficiency
- Cash flow analysis
- Written and interpersonal communication
Timeline
US Implementation Lead
Tech Mahindra Americas -Allyis
07.2023 - Current
Financial Assistant
Tech Mahindra Americas -Allyis
06.2022 - 05.2023
Relationship Banker
Bank of America
04.2022 - 06.2022
Chartered Accountant
Professional Practice
10.2014 - 04.2021
Certified Public Accountants (US -CPA) -
Qualified
Chartered Accountant (CA) -
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Master of Business Administration(Financial Mgmt ) - Financial Management
Bharathiar University
Master of Commerce (M.Com) -
Bharathiar University
Post Graduate Diploma in Information Systems Audit (DISA) -
ICAI
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