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Kalyani Karanam

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Structured Accounting Manager with 11+ years of driven to go above and beyond to exceed corporate goals and lead teams to meet objectives. Adapt in team training and development, highlighted several years of management experience within accounting field.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Manager

Capgemini
12.2020 - 12.2023
  • Identified cost savings through process improvement initiatives.
  • Maintained updated records of all assets owned by the company.
  • Ensured accuracy of general ledger postings by reconciling accounts periodically.
  • Developed reports that provided key insights into the company's financial performance.
  • Developed and implemented financial policies and procedures to ensure accurate accounting records.
  • Managed the accounts payable and receivable processes ensuring timely payments of invoices.
  • Prepared annual budgets and monitored actual performance against budget goals.
  • Assisted in preparation of various tax documents including income tax returns and sales and use tax returns.
  • Coordinated external audit activities by providing necessary information to auditors in a timely manner.
  • Managed relationships with banks and other third parties involved in finance matters.
  • Created detailed forecasts for cash flow planning purposes.
  • Performed month-end closing activities such as accruals and amortizations.
  • Monitored compliance with government regulations regarding taxes, insurance coverage.
  • Supervised junior staff in daily accounting operations.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify potential areas of cost savings or revenue enhancement.
  • Provided guidance on accounting issues related to revenue recognition and other complex transactions.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify trends, variances, discrepancies, or opportunities for improvement.
  • Reviewed and approved monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
  • Advised senior management on best practices for improving profitability.
  • Collaborated with accounting associates to improve reconciliation processes.
  • Improved year-end inventory audit process to increase accuracy.
  • Worked with regulatory representatives to complete accurate filings and maintain compliance.
  • Acted as main point of contact in matters relating to client concerns and needs.

Accounts Officer

VIHAAN SOFTECH
01.2016 - 11.2020
  • Maintained accurate records of financial transactions.
  • Developed internal control policies to improve accuracy of financial information.
  • Generated monthly profit and loss statements for review by senior management.
  • Organized filing system for account documents such as invoices, receipts.
  • Reviewed and reconciled accounts payable and receivable records.
  • Maintained accurate record keeping of all financial transactions.
  • Performed bank reconciliations on a regular basis.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify trends or issues requiring attention.
  • Coordinated the preparation of year-end audit materials for external auditors.
  • Prepared monthly financial reports for the management team.
  • Prepared monthly reports for management review.
  • Managed accounts receivable functions including billing, collections, customer inquiries.
  • Conducted audits of expense claims and other documents as required.
  • Reconciled accounts and resolved discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
  • Created detailed reports summarizing financial results for presentation to management team.
  • Processed invoices and payments to suppliers promptly and accurately.
  • Assisted in preparing budgets, forecasts and cash flow statements.
  • Improved year-end inventory audit process to increase accuracy.
  • Deposited vendor payments and adjusted accounts to reflect changing balances.
  • Verified and entered expenditures into accounting software, reconciling accounts to resolve variances.
  • Collaborated with accounting associates to improve reconciliation processes.
  • Maintained current and accurate general ledger with all accounting data in audit-ready format.

Financial Analyst

S&P Global Market Intelligence
04.2006 - 12.2015
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure accurate budgeting and forecasting processes were followed.
  • Managed portfolio performance by monitoring changes in markets, client objectives, and risk tolerance levels.
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for management review.
  • Evaluated complex financial information from multiple sources to make sound recommendations.
  • Conducted research into industry-specific market conditions and competitor analysis.
  • Analyzed trends in financial performance to identify areas for improvement.
  • Reviewed financial documents and records to assess accuracy and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
  • Provided guidance on investment decisions based on current economic trends and forecasts.
  • Prepared detailed reports on financial status of clients' investments.
  • Interpreted accounting policies and procedures to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Prepared monthly balance sheets, income statements, cash flows statements, budgets.
  • Assessed potential risks associated with new investments or acquisitions.
  • Identified discrepancies in financial data and recommended corrective actions to resolve them.
  • Performed quantitative analysis of historical data to identify patterns or anomalies in the data set.
  • Developed strategies to improve efficiency of business operations and reduce costs.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify trends, patterns and strategies.
  • Monitored regulatory compliance in financial reporting and ensured adherence to accounting standards.
  • Analyzed complex financial information to offer recommendations to management, driving decision-making.
  • Utilized financial software and advanced Excel functions to streamline data analysis and reporting processes.
  • Conducted variance analysis to compare budgeted figures against actual results and identified causes of discrepancies.
  • Trained junior analysts on financial analysis techniques and best practices.
  • Performed risk analysis on potential investments and provided recommendations based on financial standing and market conditions.
  • Developed financial models to forecast company revenue and expense trends.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to gather financial data and insights for comprehensive reports.

Education

Master of Philosophy - M.PHIL (Finance)

MADHURAI KAMARAJ UNIVERSITY
TAMILNADU
01-2006

Skills

  • AP and AR management
  • Budget review
  • General ledger maintenance
  • Cost accounting
  • Invoicing
  • Collections
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Variance Analysis
  • Financial statement preparation
  • Payment Processing
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Expense Tracking
  • Financial reports
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Budget Management
  • Revenue analysis

Affiliations

  • Project done on " Human Resource Management" in Bharat Heavy Electrical Limited (BHEL).

Timeline

Accounts Manager

Capgemini
12.2020 - 12.2023

Accounts Officer

VIHAAN SOFTECH
01.2016 - 11.2020

Financial Analyst

S&P Global Market Intelligence
04.2006 - 12.2015

Master of Philosophy - M.PHIL (Finance)

MADHURAI KAMARAJ UNIVERSITY

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