MEETA SUGANDH
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Detail-oriented finance professional with expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. Proficient in managing accounts payable and receivable, ensuring VAT compliance, and overseeing filing and audit processes. Demonstrated success in ERP implementation and leading teams to achieve operational efficiency. Adept at delivering accurate management information systems (MIS) to support strategic decision-making. Committed to driving organisational growth through meticulous financial management and compliance excellence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work history
Finance Manager
GEMS Education
Dubai
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Manage budgets, accounts and prepare financial statements.
- Oversee budgeting, variance analysis, reforecasting.
- Manage receivables/payables, payroll, and cost controls.
- Handle MIS reports, audits, and VAT returns.
- Coordinate with School CEO, SLT & Corporate Finance.
- Liaised between finance department and other departments fostering inter-departmental collaboration.
- Trained staff on finance-related matters improving overall understanding and performance.
- Directed budgeting and forecasting activities to align financial goals with organisational objectives.
- Conducted variance analysis to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions.
Finance Manager
American Gulf School
Sharjah
06.2022 - 10.2024
- Led planning, forecasting, revenue/cost analysis.
- Ensured legal compliance and financial reporting.
- Processed payroll, pensions, VAT, audits.
- Handled parent payment plans and financial documentation.
- Streamlined financial procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Implemented new financial systems enhancing data accessibility and reliability.
- Led forecasting exercises to anticipate future business needs.
- Ensured accurate tax filings, avoiding penalties and interest charges.
- Developed comprehensive financial reports for top management review.
Assistant Finance Manager
Universal American School & Deira International School
Dubai
09.2018 - 06.2022
- Managed budgeting, MIS, audits, payroll, and cost controls.
- Ensured GAAP compliance and reviewed financial operations.
- Oversaw VAT and purchasing processes.
- Liaised with auditors, facilitating smooth annual audit process.
- Prepared monthly management accounts and reports, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Reviewed and reconciled balance sheets promptly addressing any discrepancies.
- Provided insightful recommendations based on financial data analysis to drive performance improvement.
- Managed payroll functions, ensuring employees were paid accurately and on time.
- Liaised with Corporate Tax team to ensure timely, error-free submission of quarterly VAT returns.
- Developed the ERP system in colaboration with the IT department and developers.
Accounts Officer
The Westminster School (GEMS Education)
Dubai
11.2015 - 09.2018
- Reviewed accounting entries, audits, payroll accuracy.
- Handled reconciliations, budget prep, MIS reporting.
- Supported annual audits and fee management.
- Coordinated with external auditors during annual audit processes.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable to maintain steady cash flow.
- Created detailed financial reports by analysing accounting data.
- Assisted in annual audits to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Monitored daily transactions to detect and resolve any irregularities swiftly .
- Oversaw company accounts, bank reconciliations and payments.
- Managed payroll operations for team of employees.
Accountant
Chalhoub Group - Real FZE
Dubai
05.2008 - 11.2015
- Managed AP for 15 subsidiaries, reporting, and audits.
- Handled vendor payments, reconciliations, and ledger accuracy.
- Month for various entities and year end audit.
Staff Accountant
Union Properties (PJSC)
Dubai
04.2006 - 05.2008
- Managed rental and sales accounts, deposits, and closures.
- Prepared management reports and sales invoices.
Accounts Assistant
Freshly Frozen Foods
Dubai
10.2005 - 03.2006
- Managed creditors, journal entries, audits, and payroll.
- Managed client accounts to ensure timely payments.
- Conducted bank reconciliations regularly to maintain accurate records.
- Coordinated with various departments regarding invoicing matters, resolved queries efficiently.
- Processed staff expenses claims, ensured fair reimbursement practices.
- Provided administrative support to the finance team for seamless operations.
Education
Certified Management Accountant - Finance
International Association of Management Accountant
MBA - undefined
Lincoln University
Certified Finance Professional - undefined
ACCA -
Association of Certified Chartered Accountants
UKBachelor's - commerce
Mumbai University
High School - undefined
Abu Dhabi Indian School
Skills
- Financial Reporting & MIS
- Accounts Payable/Receivable
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- VAT
- Filing & Audit Compliance
- ERP Implementation
- Team Management
References
Available on request.
PERSONAL INFORMATION
- Nationality: Indian
- Visa Status: Employment | Visa Expiry: July 2024
- Driving License: Valid until Sept 2026
- Passport No: T2192165 | Expires: Sept 2030
Timeline
Finance Manager
GEMS Education
10.2024 - 07.2025
Finance Manager
American Gulf School
06.2022 - 10.2024
Assistant Finance Manager
Universal American School & Deira International School
09.2018 - 06.2022
Accounts Officer
The Westminster School (GEMS Education)
11.2015 - 09.2018
Accountant
Chalhoub Group - Real FZE
05.2008 - 11.2015
Staff Accountant
Union Properties (PJSC)
04.2006 - 05.2008
Accounts Assistant
Freshly Frozen Foods
10.2005 - 03.2006
MBA - undefined
Lincoln University
Certified Finance Professional - undefined
High School - undefined
Abu Dhabi Indian School
Certified Management Accountant - Finance
International Association of Management Accountant
ACCA -
Association of Certified Chartered Accountants
Bachelor's - commerce
Mumbai University
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