Debashis Das
Grand Forks,ND
Summary
Detail-oriented Accounting Professional with over 3 years of experience in Audit and Tax at multinational and public accounting firms. Demonstrated expertise in GAAP compliance, tax preparation, and audit procedures. Currently pursuing CPA certification after completing a Master's in Accounting. Proficient in financial systems including CCH Axcess, SAP FICO, and QuickBooks, ensuring accurate financial reporting and data analysis for informed decision-making.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AUDIT & TAX ASSOCIATE
BRADY MARTZ & ASSOCIATES
GRAND FORKS, USA
01.2025 - Current
- Executed comprehensive financial audits for Electric Cooperatives and Nonprofits (NPOs) in compliance with GAAS and PCAOB standards.
- Reviewed and tested controls over Cash, Inventory, Fixed Assets, Debt, and AP/AR.
- Created and maintained audit workpapers, performed substantive testing, and managed audit trail documentation.
- Prepared and filed over 50 federal and state tax returns (Form 1040, 1120, 1065) for individuals and businesses.
- Partnered with clients to address audit variances, analyze discrepancies, and improve internal controls.
- Leveraged CCH Axcess and Excel to streamline audit procedures and reduce turnaround time.
AUDIT & TAX ASSOCIATE
DIPANKAR NANDI & ASSOCIATES
Kolkata, India
02.2021 - 12.2023
- Filed and reviewed over 300+ individual tax returns (Form 1040), optimizing tax savings and compliance with Indian tax law.
- Conducted 50+ tax audits in accordance with statutory guidelines and performed variance analysis to detect irregularities.
- Led stock audits and inventory analysis for clients including ITC Limited and Tata Motors, improving inventory accuracy by 15%.
- Performed fixed asset audits, ensuring accurate depreciation, asset tracking, and compliance with accounting standards.
- Delivered actionable insights and audit findings reports to improve financial controls and policy adherence.
- Utilized tools such as Tally ERP, SAP FICO, and Excel for journal entries, reconciliations, and data analysis.
Education
MASTER OF SCIENCE - ACCOUNTING & ANALYTICS
University of Delaware
Newark, DE12.2024
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE - FINANCE & ACCOUNTING
University of Calcutta
Kolkata, India06.2020
CPA CANDIDATE -
American Institute of CPAs
Skills
- Accounting software proficiency
- Financial auditing and tax compliance
- Audit documentation and variance analysis
- Internal controls improvement and evaluation
- Inventory management and bookkeeping
- Client relationship management
- Effective communication skills
- Statutory compliance and reporting
- Problem solving and analytical thinking
- Financial systems management
- Data analytics and visualization expertise
- Productivity tools proficiency
- Time management and attention to detail
- Team collaboration and presentation skills
- Tax research capabilities
- Continuous improvement mindset
- GAAP compliance and financial statement analysis
- Professional skepticism in auditing
Certification
CPA Candidate, American Institute of CPAs, 12/31/26
Personal Information
Title: Auditor
Timeline
AUDIT & TAX ASSOCIATE
BRADY MARTZ & ASSOCIATES
01.2025 - Current
AUDIT & TAX ASSOCIATE
DIPANKAR NANDI & ASSOCIATES
02.2021 - 12.2023
MASTER OF SCIENCE - ACCOUNTING & ANALYTICS
University of Delaware
BACHELOR OF COMMERCE - FINANCE & ACCOUNTING
University of Calcutta
CPA CANDIDATE -
American Institute of CPAs