Pratha Kandasamy
Winnetka,CA
Summary
Experienced Senior Accountant successful at cultivating effective working relationships at all levels while driving improvements to budget administration, expense tracking and forecasting of future financial needs. Proven track record of performing work ethically while maintaining integrity of all financial data.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Assistant(Volunteer)
Braj Aggarwal CPA P.C.
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Reduced financial discrepancies, effectively reconciling bank accounts and organizing information into accounting software.
- Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Accomplished successful renewal of expiring licenses through meticulous preparation, submission, and follow-up of relevant documentation.
Senior Accountant
BBK Partnership
05.2018 - 06.2024
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Spearheaded a team of junior accountants, providing mentorship and guidance to improve efficiency and accuracy in their work.
- Contributed to hiring, training and development of accounting teams.
- Reduced month-end closing time, meticulously organizing and reviewing ledger entries for consistency.
- Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
Accountant
Biz Accounting Ltd
12.2015 - 04.2018
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Identified legal tax savings and recommended ways to improve profits.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
Accountant
Micro K Tech(Pvt) Ltd
06.2013 - 10.2015
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in a timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
- Improved budget forecasting accuracy with detailed variance analysis between actual and budgeted figures.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
Accountant
Iceberg Software(pvt) Ltd
10.2010 - 05.2013
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
Assistant Accountant
Green Farms Ltd
02.2007 - 09.2010
- Assisted with monthly and quarterly income statements, balance sheets and cash flow reports to inform decision-makers.
- Prepared accurate financial statements for management review, aiding in informed decision-making processes.
- Improved cash flow management by implementing more rigorous accounts receivable follow-up procedures.
- Enhanced financial data integrity by conducting regular reconciliations of bank and ledger accounts.
- Supported senior accountants in complex financial analysis, contributing to strategic decision-making.
Education
Associate Chartered Management Accountant - Management And Accounting
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
12.2014
CGMA - Accounts & Commerce
Chartered Global Management Accountant
12.2014
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Account Updates
- International Accounting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Audit Support
- Value Added Tax Compliance
- Internal Controls
- Team Training
- Quickbooks/Sage/Xero
- Cost accounting
Timeline
Accounting Assistant(Volunteer)
Braj Aggarwal CPA P.C.
09.2024 - 03.2025
Senior Accountant
BBK Partnership
05.2018 - 06.2024
Accountant
Biz Accounting Ltd
12.2015 - 04.2018
Accountant
Micro K Tech(Pvt) Ltd
06.2013 - 10.2015
Accountant
Iceberg Software(pvt) Ltd
10.2010 - 05.2013
Assistant Accountant
Green Farms Ltd
02.2007 - 09.2010
CGMA - Accounts & Commerce
Chartered Global Management Accountant
Associate Chartered Management Accountant - Management And Accounting
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants
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