Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Additional Information
Languages
Technical Skills
Timeline
Nagaraja Prabhu

Nagaraja Prabhu

Dubai

Summary

Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Finance Manager

The Fitout LLC (Subsidiary Of Union Properties PJSC)
09.2023 - Current
  • Preparing MIS Report, Variance Analysis
  • Accurate workings on WIP , Project Costing , Project wise cash flow and Profitability
  • Vendor management
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends ,compiling report for company leadership to inform decision making


Finance Manager

Evolve Interiors LLC
10.2012 - 08.2023
  • Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
  • Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
  • Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
  • Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
  • Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
  • Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
  • Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
  • Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts and account reconciliations.
  • Researched and facilitated software integration to streamline accounting and financial processes.
  • Drove revenue stream development through strategic collaboration and partnerships.
  • Evaluated project applications and verified with outline specifications to approve, reject and recommend adjustments.
  • Spearheaded expansion strategies to increase business market share.
  • Developed corporate investment strategies to drive growth and security.
  • Managed investments to diversify financial portfolios and grow revenue.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.
  • Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
  • Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
  • Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.
  • Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
  • Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
  • Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
  • Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.

Chief Accountant

Al Mashrabia Furniture Industry
07.2011 - 10.2012
  • Reviewed budgets and communicated discrepancies to senior management.
  • Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
  • Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
  • Wrote financial statements and consolidations after reconciling general ledger accounts.
  • Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
  • Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
  • Developed and implemented effective accounting systems.
  • Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
  • Calculated tax owed, prepared, and submitted returns and upheld compliance with all applicable laws.
  • Prepared accounts for industry audits and supported audit process.
  • Analyzed financial audit information and made recommendations to improve efficiencies.
  • Drafted variance reports, regulatory filings, and related schedules.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts for issues.

Chief Accountant

Gemaco Interiors LLC
04.2004 - 06.2011
  • Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
  • Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
  • Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Updated general ledger with latest entries.
  • Assisted in upgrade and conversion of in-house financial systems.
  • Oversaw accounting team in servicing diverse clients.
  • Leveraged finance knowledge to strengthen controls and improve transparency.
  • Recommended strategies to expedite filing projects and annual reporting.
  • Directed accounting team in timely reporting of finances for diverse client businesses.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.

Internal Auditor

Paper Packaging Pvt Ltd
01.2003 - 03.2004
  • Identified and reported audit issues.
  • Documented recommendations to improve internal controls.
  • Produced audit reports.
  • Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process walkthroughs for compliance with documented processes.
  • Prepared and distributed risk and audit reports to appropriate personnel.
  • Investigated discrepancies discovered during auditing process.
  • Evaluated company's policies to determine how well standards adhered to best practices.
  • Documented auditing information utilizing corporate system.
  • Administered auditing program to address risks and evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Trained newly hired employees on company processes, procedures and deadlines.
  • Performed strategic planning, execution and finalization of audits using data analytics and critical thinking skills.

Bank Auditor

Prakash Hegde and Associates
01.1999 - 12.2001

Worked as Internal Auditor to Corporation Bank, Cooperative society, Punjab National Banks etc.

  • Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
  • Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
  • Communicated with auditee staff to obtain necessary information for audits.
  • Administered auditing program to address risks and evaluate compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
  • Planned audits and audit activities to allocate necessary resources and determine consistency of plans with audit objectives.
  • Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
  • Executed audit phases and entered data into accounting software for analysis.
  • Coordinated, managed and implemented auditing projects and prepared for evaluation.
  • Planned and executed follow-up audits at appropriate intervals.
  • Interviewed auditees to gather data needed to conduct audits.

Education

CA Finalist - Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, India
04.1998 - 05.2003

Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce

Sri Bhuvanendra College, Karkala
04.1995 - 03.1998

Skills

  • Financial Management
  • Business Forecasting
  • Performance Analysis
  • Strategic Planning
  • Budget Forecasting
  • Financial Modeling
  • KPI Management
  • Human Resources
  • Workflow Coordination

Accomplishments

  • Effective timely collection of receivables
  • Effective handling HR Department of 8 Years
  • Effective handling of Procurement Department for 7 Years
  • Amicable closure of delayed projects
  • Effective contract negotiation

Additional Information

Hobbies :Fitness, Badminton, Walking

License : Valid UAE Driving License

Visa Type : Employment Visa

Reference : Available upon request

Languages

Hindi
Proficient
C2
Kannada
Proficient
C2
Tulu
Proficient
C2
Konkani
Proficient
C2
Tamil
Intermediate
B1
Malayalam
Intermediate
B1
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Technical Skills

  • Microsoft Dynamics 365
  • SAP
  • Tally ERP
  • Daceasy
  • Excel
  • Word
  • Powerpoint

Timeline

Finance Manager - The Fitout LLC (Subsidiary Of Union Properties PJSC)
09.2023 - Current
Finance Manager - Evolve Interiors LLC
10.2012 - 08.2023
Chief Accountant - Al Mashrabia Furniture Industry
07.2011 - 10.2012
Chief Accountant - Gemaco Interiors LLC
04.2004 - 06.2011
Internal Auditor - Paper Packaging Pvt Ltd
01.2003 - 03.2004
Bank Auditor - Prakash Hegde and Associates
01.1999 - 12.2001
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India - CA Finalist, Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
04.1998 - 05.2003
Sri Bhuvanendra College - Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce
04.1995 - 03.1998
Nagaraja Prabhu