Bhawana Gupta

o Prepared budgets and rolling forecasts; analyzed variances against actual and past year performance.

o Facilitated monthly reviews covering financials, operations, cash flow, and strategy discussions.

o Monitored MIS and cash flow to ensure alignment with business goals and compliance requirements.

o Controlled day-to-day accounting, including income/cost accruals for accurate MIS and financial reporting.

o Analyzed and monitored fund-based and non-fund-based credit limits, ensuring optimal utilization.

o Oversaw collections and vendor payments, maintaining strong banking relationships and financial discipline.

o Analyzed inventory costs and implemented cost control measures to optimize expenses

o Applied cost accounting principles to accurately allocate and record inventory costs in line with company policies

o Managed inventory transactions in ERP systems (Oracle) and coordinated with warehouse teams for timely and accurate stock recording

o Monitored backorders and ensured timely resolution of pending AR issues, improving cash flow management

o Maintained up-to-date accounts receivable records, tracked outstanding invoices, and ensured prompt collections

o Validated and verified supplier and customer invoices for accuracy and compliance with internal policies

o Supported preparation of financial statements and provided insights into key performance trends and variances

o Reviewed trial balances and led statutory finalization of accounts (monthly, quarterly, and annual).

o Ensured compliance with VAT, TDS, and Service Tax regulations, including return filing and reconciliations.

o Coordinated external audits and prepared financial statements as per statutory and regulatory standards.

o Managed loan syndication and short-term borrowings to meet working capital requirements.

Successfully handled statutory and internal audits, addressing findings and enhancing control mechanisms.