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Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
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Naushad Narayanan

Naushad Narayanan

Dubai,UAE

Summary

Accomplished finance professional with expertise in financial forecasting, budget management, and working capital optimization. Proficient in transfer pricing strategies and ERP system implementation, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and risk assessment. Adept at stakeholder engagement, driving successful outcomes through strategic planning and auditing. Committed to leveraging financial acumen to enhance organizational performance and support long-term growth objectives.


Industry Experience:

  • Logistics
  • Maritime – Vessel Agency Services
  • Information Technology – Software Development & Technical Support
  • Hospitality - Commercial & Retail Laundry
  • Consultancy – Accounting & Auditing Services


Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Regional Finance Manager

Navitrans - Logistics & Maritime Service Provider
Dubai, UAE
06.2022 - Current

Executed budgeting and variance analysis for finance operations in UAE and East Africa. Evaluated regional working capital positions to optimize cash flow management. Finalized accounts consolidation, enhancing financial reporting accuracy. Developed monthly MIS packs, assisting in strategic decision-making. Performed AR and AP report analyses, identifying key areas for improvement. Guaranteed compliance with statutory returns and transfer pricing documentation. Established intercompany billing procedures to standardize transactions. Facilitated ERP system implementation while building and managing a high-performing team.

Finance Manager - Corridor

Ceva Logistics Rwanda Ltd - Logistics Service
Kigali, Rwanda
07.2020 - 05.2022

Executed budgeting and variance analysis for UAE and East Africa operations. Evaluated working capital and cash flow positions to optimize financial performance. Finalized account consolidations, enhancing accuracy in reporting. Developed monthly MIS packs, facilitating informed decision-making. Reviewed accounts receivable and payable reports for operational improvements.
Maintained compliance through timely statutory returns filing.
Established transfer pricing agreements to govern intercompany operations. Oversaw implementation of intercompany billing methods and WIP monitoring.

Group Internal Auditor

AMI Worldwide Ltd - Logistics Service Provider
Dubai, UAE
01.2017 - 06.2020

Executed internal audits for group companies in Dubai, Africa, India, and China with total turnover of 150 million USD. Compiled monthly management information systems for 28 entities to enhance reporting accuracy. Contributed to budget preparation to optimize resource allocation. Delivered training sessions for finance managers in Africa to strengthen financial oversight.
Negotiated with banks for overdraft arrangements, business loans, and relevant documentation.

Finance, Administration & HR - Manager

Ahlers Middle East LLC
Dubai, UAE
11.2015 - 12.2016

Finalized accounts and prepared monthly MIS reports for management review. Reviewed AR and AP reports to ensure accuracy and compliance. Compiled quarterly reports for head office submission. Monitored work-in-progress to optimize resource allocation. Managed cash flow activities to maintain financial stability. Executed banking activities, including reconciliations and transactions. Conducted HR and administrative tasks to support organisational operations. Filed statutory returns in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Finance & Administration Manager

Magnamind Ventures Pvt Ltd - Laundry Plant
Kochi, India
03.2014 - 06.2015

Conducted budgeting and variance analysis to monitor financial performance. Finalized accounts ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations. Monitored accounts receivable and accounts payable reports for discrepancies. Filed statutory returns adhering to legal requirements. Performed auditing tasks to verify financial integrity. Managed banking activities to facilitate smooth transactions. Executed fundraising initiatives to secure additional capital.

Accounts Officer

Poornam Infovision Pvt Ltd - IT Service Provider
Kochi, India
02.2009 - 03.2014

Finalised accounts to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Ensured compliance with auditing parameters for regulatory standards. Managed statutory return filings and monthly management information systems. Oversaw banking activities to optimise cash flow management. Led team management initiatives to enhance productivity. Documented overseas direct investments in adherence to guidelines. Filed RBI returns and STPI returns accurately and on time.

Finance Executive

Trans Asia Shipping Service (India) Pvt Ltd
Kochi, India
04.2008 - 01.2009

Processed slot bills and arranged payments for timely vendor reconciliation. Executed vendor reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.

Senior Audit Executive

GRK Nair & Company Chartered Accountants
Kochi, India
08.2005 - 11.2007

Conducted internal audits for shipping, manufacturing, cashew and coffee exporting companies. Performed statutory audits for banks and service-oriented organisations. Executed revenue, stock, and NPA certification audits to ensure compliance. Carried out concurrent audits of banking institutions to enhance financial integrity.

Accountant

Posh Advertising Company
Perumbavoor, India
07.2001 - 05.2003

Executed day-to-day accounting activities, including invoice bookings and payment voucher postings. Conducted banking activities to ensure accurate financial transactions. Compiled monthly reports to provide insights into financial performance.

Education

Postgraduate Degree - Master of Commerce - Finance - Business Management, Accounting, Finance, Costing & Taxation

Mahatma Gandhi University
India
07.2003 - 05.2005

Skills

  • Financial forecasting
  • Budget management
  • Working capital optimization
  • Transfer pricing strategies
  • ERP systems implementation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Risk assessment and auditing
  • Stakeholder engagement

Languages

English
Fluent
Hindi
Upper intermediate
Malayalam
Native

Affiliations

  • Badminton
  • Cricket
  • Watching Movies

Accomplishments

  • In 2009 Poornam Info Vision Pvt Ltd selected me as best employee of the year.
  • Submitted ODI forms to RBI for set up subsidiary in Germany on behalf Poornam Info Vision Pvt Ltd.
  • Implemented Billing and Profit Sharing method & policies in Tanzania corridor on behalf of Ceva Logistics.
  • Closed old corporate tax assessments in the East Africa Regions and completed pending finalization of accounts of Ceva Logistics.
  • Reconciled Intercompany, AR & AP for the year 2022 - Navitrans Dubai & East Africa
  • Set up subsidiaries in East Africa for Navitrans Switzerland

Certification

Master of Commerce with a specialization in Finance, focusing on bookkeeping, business management, ratio analysis, costing, and taxation. Additionally, possess work experience across various industries in audit and consulting roles.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Regional Finance Manager

Navitrans - Logistics & Maritime Service Provider
06.2022 - Current

Finance Manager - Corridor

Ceva Logistics Rwanda Ltd - Logistics Service
07.2020 - 05.2022

Group Internal Auditor

AMI Worldwide Ltd - Logistics Service Provider
01.2017 - 06.2020

Finance, Administration & HR - Manager

Ahlers Middle East LLC
11.2015 - 12.2016

Finance & Administration Manager

Magnamind Ventures Pvt Ltd - Laundry Plant
03.2014 - 06.2015

Accounts Officer

Poornam Infovision Pvt Ltd - IT Service Provider
02.2009 - 03.2014

Finance Executive

Trans Asia Shipping Service (India) Pvt Ltd
04.2008 - 01.2009

Senior Audit Executive

GRK Nair & Company Chartered Accountants
08.2005 - 11.2007

Postgraduate Degree - Master of Commerce - Finance - Business Management, Accounting, Finance, Costing & Taxation

Mahatma Gandhi University
07.2003 - 05.2005

Accountant

Posh Advertising Company
07.2001 - 05.2003
Naushad Narayanan