Irshad Kunduvayil
Dubai
Summary
Finance professional with over 8 years of experience in hospitality finance, specializing in financial operations, system implementation, and process automation. Proven expertise in Opera PMS, NetSuite ERP, Peoplesoft and cloud-based financial tools to streamline accounting processes and enhance financial accuracy. Strong background in income audit, accounts payable, Payroll,reconciliation, and month-end closing. Successfully led digital transformation projects, resolved complex financial discrepancies, and supported internal audits. Adept at training teams and implementing best practices to optimize financial performance.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Accountant
Mina Seyahi Hotels-W Dubai,Le Meridien,The Westin
03.2025 - Current
- Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting.
- Established strong relationships with external partners such as banks, auditors, and tax consultants to ensure smooth interactions and compliance.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Maintained accurate financial records by overseeing general ledger reconciliation efforts on a monthly basis.
To optimize your income audit worksheet, incorporating the Excel formulas and utilizing Power Query for enhanced data management
Assisted the Director of Finance in preparing budgets and monthly forecasts, ensuring accurate financial planning and analysis
Finance Manager
Bulldozer Group, Dubai, UAE
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Handling day-to-day operational finance activities
- Responsible for month-end closing and reporting
- Played a key role in implementing Netsuite ERP, including structural analysis and setup
- Introduced Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for finance
- Reviewed and analyzed budget variances to ensure accuracy of financial information.
- Monitored cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity.
Assistant Finance Manager
Marriott Executive Apartments & Four Points by Sheraton
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Acted as the second-in-command in the Finance Department
- Implemented three major projects: hotel Cloud-Based Income audit tool, Cloud-Based balance sheet tool, and Digitalizing approvals project
- Resolved multiple unreconciled balance sheet issues from 2020-21
- Monthly financial statements preparation, cash flow management, and month-end closing
- Provided P&L Reporting to the HODs and supported the DOF in internal audits.
Cluster Accounting Supervisor
Marriott Executive Apartments & Four Points by Sheraton
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Contributed to the reopening of Four Points, Bur Dubai
- Resolved various unreconciled balance sheet issues from 2020-21
- Assisted with the annual external audit for 2021
- Supported the DOF with internal audits and government fee filings.
Accountant - Payable and Payroll Supervisor
W Muscat
07.2019 - 08.2021
- Managed accounts payable and payroll for over 400 employees
- Conducted month-end closings related to AP and Payroll.
Accounts Payable Supervisor
Courtyard by Marriott & MEA
05.2018 - 07.2019
- Reconciled over 12 million AED in AP Payment clearing
- Implemented centralized payment systems and managed bank reconciliations.
Income Auditor
Courtyard by Marriott & MEA
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Verified and balanced daily financial transactions
- Assisted with the transition from SUN Accounting to PeopleSoft.
General Cashier / Payroll Accountant
Courtyard by Marriott & MEA
08.2016 - 09.2017
- Managed cash deposits, payroll processes, and reconciled balance sheet accounts.
F&B Associate
Marriott Marquis Doha & Le Meridien
04.2012 - 07.2016
- Served food and beverages in room service, created automated tracking sheets in MS Excel.
Education
MBA in Finance (Distance Learning) -
Bharathiyar University, Coimbatore, India
10.2023
Bachelor of Science in Hotel Management -
RVS College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore, India
01.2012
Secondary Education in Commerce -
CHSS Pothukal, Nilambur, India
01.2009
Skills
- OPERA PMS Configuration: Proficient in back-end setup, including VAT configuration, code creation, and report auditing
- Financial Systems: Experienced with MS Excel, NetSuite ERP, PeopleSoft, Micros POS, Bayan, and OASYS Payroll
- Accounts Payable & Reconciliation: Skilled in managing payables and performing reconciliations
- Month-End Closings: Adept at executing timely financial closings
- General Ledger Management: Proficient in maintaining accurate ledger records
- Financial Statement Preparation: Experienced in compiling comprehensive financial reports
- Project Management: Capable of implementing cloud-based tools and streamlining financial processes
- Team Leadership: Effective in onboarding, training, and supporting team members
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Malayalam
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Personal Information
Nationality: Indian
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chief Accountant
Mina Seyahi Hotels-W Dubai,Le Meridien,The Westin
03.2025 - Current
Finance Manager
Bulldozer Group, Dubai, UAE
05.2023 - 03.2024
Assistant Finance Manager
Marriott Executive Apartments & Four Points by Sheraton
08.2022 - 04.2023
Cluster Accounting Supervisor
Marriott Executive Apartments & Four Points by Sheraton
08.2021 - 08.2022
Accountant - Payable and Payroll Supervisor
W Muscat
07.2019 - 08.2021
Accounts Payable Supervisor
Courtyard by Marriott & MEA
05.2018 - 07.2019
Income Auditor
Courtyard by Marriott & MEA
09.2017 - 05.2018
General Cashier / Payroll Accountant
Courtyard by Marriott & MEA
08.2016 - 09.2017
F&B Associate
Marriott Marquis Doha & Le Meridien
04.2012 - 07.2016
Bachelor of Science in Hotel Management -
RVS College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore, India
Secondary Education in Commerce -
CHSS Pothukal, Nilambur, India
MBA in Finance (Distance Learning) -
Bharathiyar University, Coimbatore, India
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