CA UDAYA KIRAN
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Chartered Accountant with over 8 years of professional experience in financial reporting, delivering MIS reports, and ensuring IFRS, VAT & CT compliance. Proven ability to lead and manage teams, driving improved financial performance, identifying and mitigating risks, and implementing effective controls.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work history
Controller
Al Ghandi Electrical & Automation Group
Dubai, UAE
2022.12 - Current
- Prepared monthly & annual financial statements in compliance with IFRS, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely reporting.
- Delivered comprehensive Management Information System (MIS) reports and financial dashboards to senior management and stakeholders, supporting strategic and operational decision-making.
- Partnered closely with the Financial Controller and CEO to analyze key financial metrics, profitability trends, and operational performance, enabling data-driven business decisions.
- Led budgeting and forecasting activities, including implementation of Zero-Based Budgeting initiatives in collaboration with department heads to optimize resource allocation and cost efficiency.
- Managed end-to-end financial operations, overseeing a team of accountants and ensuring compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and reporting standards.
- Directed cash flow and working capital management initiatives, improving DSO, DPO, and DIO to strengthen liquidity and operational efficiency.
- Oversaw job costing and profitability analysis for switchgear projects, ensuring accurate cost allocation, margin analysis, and project performance monitoring.
- Coordinated with procurement, HR, and operations teams to ensure accurate payroll accounting, cost allocation, budgeting, and financial coordination across departments.
- Managed end-to-end VAT compliance, including preparation and filing of quarterly VAT returns, VAT reconciliations, and resolution of VAT-related matters in compliance with UAE VAT regulations.
- Reviewed VAT implications on local and cross-border transactions, including reverse charge mechanisms and input-output VAT claims, ensuring accurate tax treatment and maximizing VAT recoverability.
- Conducted transfer pricing reviews for related-party transactions in compliance with UAE Corporate Tax regulations, ensuring adherence to the Arm’s Length Principle and minimizing potential tax and regulatory risks.
- Coordinated with external auditors, statutory auditors, and ICV auditors to ensure timely completion of audits and adherence to regulatory requirements.
- Hands-on experience with ERP-Orion integrated with Oracle Database for financial reporting, accounting, and operational finance management.
Assistant Manager-Audit & Compliances
BNCA & Co Chartered Accountants
Chennai, India
2020.04 - 2022.09
- Executed statutory audits for government companies, large corporate entities, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
- Performed internal audits and reviewed internal controls to ensure alignment with regulatory and organizational requirements.
- Designed and implemented effective audit strategies, conducted risk assessments, and identified audit risks to enhance process efficiency and accuracy.
- Monitored audit timelines, resource allocation, and reporting deadlines to ensure timely completion.
- Prepared comprehensive audit plans, developed audit programs, and delivered finalized internal and statutory audit reports through detailed presentations.
- Supervised and mentored audit teams, providing guidance in executing audit plans, conducting risk assessments, and evaluating internal controls.
- Proficient in audit tools and ERP systems including Oracle, Tally and Easy Sol for data extraction, audit testing and analytics.
- Prepared management letters with control weaknesses and practical recommendations for improvement.
Articled Assistant
BNCA & Co Chartered Accountants
Chennai, India
2017.03 - 2020.02
- Prepared financial statements in accordance with Indian GAAP, IFRS, and applicable tax regulations.
- Conducted special assignments, including verification of fixed assets, stock audits, and statutory compliance audits such as GST, TDS, and TCS.
- Proficient in preparing, finalizing, and filing Income Tax Returns and Tax Audit Reports for Companies, Partnership Firms, and Individuals.
- Assisted in audit engagements by performing substantive testing and evaluating internal controls for clients across diverse industries.
Education
Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
IndiaBachelor of Commerce - Accounts & Finance
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
IndiaSkills
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
- Deadline-Oriented
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Team Leadership
- Analytical Thinking
- Integrity & Ethics
Technical Skills
- Financial Reporting (IFRS, GAAP)
- Financial Analysis
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- KPI Dashboard Preparation
- Orion ERP (Oracle) & Tally
- Advanced Microsoft Excel
- VAT & CT Compliance
- Expertise in cost accounting
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH
Fluent
HINDI
Fluent
TELUGU
Native
TAMIL
Fluent
Affiliations
- Playing Cricket, Badminton, Chess & Listening to Music
Timeline
Controller
Al Ghandi Electrical & Automation Group
2022.12 - Current
Assistant Manager-Audit & Compliances
BNCA & Co Chartered Accountants
2020.04 - 2022.09
Articled Assistant
BNCA & Co Chartered Accountants
2017.03 - 2020.02
Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounts & Finance
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)