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ANJITHA MANOHARAN

ANJITHA MANOHARAN

ABU DHABI,UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Summary

Accomplished finance professional with expertise in financial modelling, account management, and risk assessment. Demonstrates strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks, with a solid understanding of GAAP and VAT preparation. Adept at technical troubleshooting, database management, and persuasive communication. Committed to proactive engagement and technical writing to enhance operational efficiency. Career goal: To leverage extensive tax knowledge and stress tolerance in a challenging role within a dynamic organisation.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Financial accountant

AL MUSAHIM INVESTMENTS
Abu Dhabi, UAE
06.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated internal audits periodically as part of efforts towards maintaining high standards of corporate governance.
  • Organised and carried out month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
  • Enforced compliance with industry best practices, ethical and regulatory requirements to reduce company vulnerabilities.
  • Conducted wage reviews to support internal audits.
  • Prepared sales contracts and oversaw signing of both parties.
  • Liaised with external auditors during annual audits, ensuring smooth process flow.
  • Reviewed and reconciled bank statements regularly, resolving any discrepancies swiftly.
  • Trained new personnel in key departmental functions and protocol.
  • Maintained accurate records of all company transactions, bolstering accountability.
  • Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
  • Performed periodic expense variance analysis between budget, forecast and actual amounts.
  • Reconciled expense reports and financial statements to enforce established cost controls.
  • Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
  • Handled payroll functions diligently, ensuring prompt disbursement of salaries without errors or delays.
  • Promoted continuous improvement by problem-solving and sharing suggestions to optimise team operations.

Accountant

THE DESIGN LOFT INTERIORS
Abu Dhabi, UAE
06.2021 - 05.2022
  • Improved cash flow through meticulous accounts receivable management.
  • Streamlined budgeting exercises for efficient financial planning.
  • Resolved invoice coding and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
  • Ensured timely invoice payments with diligent follow-ups.
  • Assisted with strategic planning efforts leading to sustained growth.
  • Conducted financial audits for improved internal controls.
  • Completed detailed profit and loss analysis; identified improvement areas.
  • Reviewed and reconciled ledgers to maintain integrity of financial data.
  • Advised management on financial details related to business operations, inventory levels and budgets.
  • Managed financial reporting processes resulting in enhanced transparency.
  • Generated invoices based on established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
  • Efficiently managed payroll processing tasks, avoiding errors.
  • Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
  • Handled complex account reconciliations; ensured consistency in records.
  • Processed invoices and payment runs with complete accuracy.
  • Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
  • Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
  • Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.

Accountant

WEAVESMART TEXTILE TRADING LLC
Abu Dhabi
01.2018 - 12.2019
  • Performed thorough expenditure tracking, preventing overspending.
  • Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
  • Streamlined budgeting exercises for efficient financial planning.
  • Compiled financial data for business forecasting and budgeting.
  • Reviewed and reconciled ledgers to maintain integrity of financial data.
  • Handled complex account reconciliations; ensured consistency in records.
  • Organised and carried out month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
  • Assisted with developing and ongoing control of costing and pricing systems for business goods.
  • Ensured timely invoice payments with diligent follow-ups.

Assistant financial accountant

SABER INVESTMENT COMPANY
Abu Dhabi, UAE
08.2016 - 12.2017
  • Processed expense claims, reducing overhead costs over time.
  • Enforced compliance with industry best practices, ethical and regulatory requirements to reduce company vulnerabilities.
  • Developed insightful financial reports for better business decision making.
  • Safeguarded company assets, handling financial data and complex transactions with diligence, discretion and ethical decision-making.
  • Worked closely with finance team members to improve departmental efficiency.
  • Collaborated on monthly closing procedures for accurate financial reporting.
  • Managed financial updates, watch lists and insurance files.
  • Enhanced accuracy in financial reporting with meticulous data entry skills.
  • Participated in budgeting process, enhancing overall fiscal strategy.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable functions to optimise cash management.
  • Reviewed and processed employee expense reports and vendor invoices for payment.
  • Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets for improved financial planning.
  • Implemented up-to-date knowledge of financial regulations, maintaining company compliance at all times.
  • Conducted regular bank reconciliations for prevention of financial discrepancies.
  • Analysed reporting to reconcile transactions, accounts and ledgers.
  • Wrote reports outlining project progress and results.
  • Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.

Articled assistant

JPMC ASSOCIATES, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
KOCHI, KERALA
04.2013 - 03.2016
  • Verified accounting records, following up outstanding transactions.
  • Prepared client billing under guidance from billing manager.
  • Managed [Number] corporate bank accounts.
  • Increased efficiency with diligent filing and organisation of paperwork.
  • Participated in monthly, quarterly and annual audits.
  • Statutory and concurrent bank audits.
  • Collaborated closely with team members, enhancing overall productivity of the firm.
  • Facilitated meetings with clients to gather necessary information.
  • Worked under guidance of accountants to prepare financial data in correct formats.
  • Applied accounting and bookkeeping knowledge to identify areas of weakness and opportunities for improvement in financial systems.
  • Adhered to statutory obligations and norms of accounting system.
  • Identified optimal accounting technique for different clients and accounts.
  • Drafted correspondence, ensuring professional communication at all times.
  • Scanned financial records, locating and correcting any errors.
  • Used sound practices in information security to protect confidential business and financial information from loss or manipulation.
  • Managed time effectively to meet demanding deadlines and targets.

Education

ACCA -

ACCA- currently pursuing
Abu Dhabi

CA-CPT and Articleship -

INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS OF INDIA
INDIA

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance and Taxation

MAHATMA GANDHI UNIVERSITY
INDIA
06.2008 - 03.2011

Skills

  • Financial modelling
  • Account management
  • Stress tolerance
  • Database management
  • Persuasive communication
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Microsoft Excel proficiency
  • Quickbooks
  • Tax knowledge
  • Risk Assessment
  • Proactive engagement
  • Technical writing
  • VAT preparation
  • GAAP understanding

Languages

English
Fluent
Malayalam
Native
Hindi
Fluent
Arabic
Beginner
Tamil
Intermediate

Affiliations

  • Travelling, Cooking and Music

Accomplishments

UNIVERSITY GOLD MEDOLIST- BACHELOR OF COMMERCE

Certification

VALID DRIVING LICENSE- UAE & INDIA

Timeline

Financial accountant

AL MUSAHIM INVESTMENTS
06.2022 - Current

Accountant

THE DESIGN LOFT INTERIORS
06.2021 - 05.2022

Accountant

WEAVESMART TEXTILE TRADING LLC
01.2018 - 12.2019

Assistant financial accountant

SABER INVESTMENT COMPANY
08.2016 - 12.2017

Articled assistant

JPMC ASSOCIATES, CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS
04.2013 - 03.2016

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance and Taxation

MAHATMA GANDHI UNIVERSITY
06.2008 - 03.2011

ACCA -

ACCA- currently pursuing

CA-CPT and Articleship -

INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS OF INDIA
ANJITHA MANOHARAN