Detail-oriented and results-driven Staff Accountant with over 7 years of experience in public accounting, including Big 4 firms, and private corporations. Currently pursuing CPA certification. Demonstrated success in maintaining accurate accounting records, driving financial outcomes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Seeking to leverage expertise in accounting principles to contribute effectively to a dynamic team. Proficient in managing general accounting functions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering effective communication within multinational corporations across diverse teams and geographical locations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
HELEN OF TROY (OXO, Hydroflask, Osprey, Braun, Honeywell, PUR, Vicks, HOT Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith and Revlon)
01.2022 - Current
Participate in month-end and year-end close and reconcile balance sheet accounts, prepaid, accrual and general ledger accounts
Ensured the accuracy and consistency of General Ledger (GL) coding across the organization
Streamlined the credit card and cash application process by identifying the failed receipts and refunds on a timely basis
Communicate effectively with other departments to ensure transactions are recorded appropriately and in a timely manner
Calculated royalties in accordance with contractual agreements and industry standards
Converted foreign subsidiaries financial statements for use with company statements
Oversaw accounts payable/accounts receivable in relation to invoice and aging
Analyze financial data using Hyperion to identify trends and variances
Assist with reporting as well as analysis to be used by finance leaders
Conducted balance fluctuation analysis to identify errors and the drivers of large fluctuations
Implemented Sub-Ledger accounting rules in Oracle
Prepare Intercompany agreements transactions and implementing changes required on the IC agreements
Actively participated in report testing led by IT department
Interfaced with auditors resulting in smooth, timely year end audits
Prepare financial information for external auditor on a quarterly and annual basis
Mentor junior accountants, providing guidance and support to enhance team performance.
Full-time parenting
09.2018 - 12.2021
Focused on full-time caregiving for my daughter
Proactively pursued certification through remote learning in QuickBooks, NetSuite, SAP, SQL, and Oracle ERP
Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) SDC
08.2017 - 09.2018
Reviewed general ledger detail, performed cash cutoff testing, conducted searches for unrecorded liabilities, tested accounts receivable balances and conducted analytical procedure on revenue and expenses accounts
Verified transactions entered by the clerks were correctly reflected in the financial statements
Inspection of financial and accounting records and other documents for procedures performed
Inspected key account reconciliations for various assets and liabilities, obtaining interpretation and supporting documents from business unit analysts
Completed walkthrough over complex business process to test designs and operating effectiveness of internal controls
Performed audit services in accordance with US GAAS, US GAAP, SOX and PCAOB guidelines
Monitoring organization structure of public interest audit clients and SEC restricted clients and their related securities in the central entity service portal
Coordinating with global engagement team and drafting reports as per the audit requirements
Won the Spot Award for achieving extraordinary results and meeting all assigned tasks.
Accountant
Tax Professional India Limited
02.2016 - 08.2017
Worked on a vast array of financial reporting and accounting functions, including reconciliation of bank accounts, preparation/analysis of monthly and yearly financials and preparation of budgets
Performed monthly and year-end closing
Prepared client invoices and ensured timely payment
Prepared journal and general ledger entries
Assisted with payroll administration duties including payroll journal entry
Managing and overlooking the accounts payables process, ensuring accounts reconciled and paid in a timely manner
Performed analytical review and summarized factors driving variances for overall balance sheet statements
Implementing accounting policies and procedures to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and internal controls
Assessed compliance with financial regulations and controls
Preparation and E-Filling of income tax and corporate tax returns
Provided training and assistance to junior accountants.
Article Assistant
Rajesh Mohan & Associates
02.2013 - 02.2016
Prepared journal entries completed general ledger operations, monthly, year-end closings and drew up financial reports
Ensured proper recognition of revenue and expenses
Reconciled inter-company accounts balances and bank balances monthly
Performed detailed cost analysis and managed accounts payable and receivable
Determined unit costs and prepared variance analysis
Prepared weekly cashflow statements
Prepared schedule for and assisted in facilitating the internal and external audit
Generated and analyzed financial statements and helped prepare annual budget
Develop and document business processes to maintain and strengthen internal controls
Performed analytical procedures, testing of controls, identifying risks, and documenting the findings and established risk assessment plan
Reviewed financial statements and notes to Financial Statements
Facilitated and coordinated the filing process for quarterly and annual taxation submission.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance) -
University of Calcutta
Kolkata, India
05.2014
Integrated Professional Competence Course (Accounting, Audit, Finance and Taxation) -
The Institute of Chartered Accountant of India
Kolkata, India
11.2012
Skills
Accounting
Auditing and Assurance
GAAP and IFRS standards
Hyperion Financial Management
Month-End Closing
Cash Management and Budgets
Charts of Accounts and Reconciliation
Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) Compliances
Internal Controls & Audit
General Ledger (G/L) and Sub-Ledger Accounting
Corporate Finance
Variance Analysis, Budgeting, Financial Planning and Risk Management
Leadership
Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access)
Oracle ERP, QuickBooks and NetSuite
Monthly Journal Entries
Bank Reconciliation
Certification
Current pursuing Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification
Timeline
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
HELEN OF TROY (OXO, Hydroflask, Osprey, Braun, Honeywell, PUR, Vicks, HOT Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith and Revlon)
01.2022 - Current
Full-time parenting
09.2018 - 12.2021
Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) SDC
08.2017 - 09.2018
Accountant
Tax Professional India Limited
02.2016 - 08.2017
Article Assistant
Rajesh Mohan & Associates
02.2013 - 02.2016
Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting and Finance) -
University of Calcutta
Integrated Professional Competence Course (Accounting, Audit, Finance and Taxation) -
The Institute of Chartered Accountant of India
Current pursuing Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification
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