Rajesh Vijayan
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Passionate, highly focused and meticulous professional having proven multitasking experience (over 15 Years across UAE & India) in Finance, HR and General Administration with an excellent employment record of accuracy and client satisfaction.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work history
Finance Manager
Firebird Distribution FZE
Dubai
2018.02 - 2024.11
- Streamlined financial procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Managed a team of junior finance professionals, promoting professional development.
- Reduced operational costs by implementing cost-saving strategies.
- Developed comprehensive financial reports for top management review.
- Negotiated favourable terms with vendors, achieving cost savings.
- Reviewed and updated internal financial policies, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Ensured accurate tax filings, avoiding penalties and interest charges.
- Trained staff on finance-related matters improving overall understanding and performance.
- Analysed complex financial data, providing meaningful insights for company leadership.
- Liaised between finance department and other departments fostering inter-departmental collaboration.
- Managed cash flow and liquidity, mitigating financial risks and ensuring stability.
- Directed budgeting and forecasting activities to align financial goals with organisational objectives.
- Delivered regular management reporting and supervised quarterly tax calendar.
- Administered payroll processes for accurate, timely salary disbursements.
Senior Accountant & HR Administrator
Autoline Group of Companies
Dubai
2010.12 - 2017.10
- Improved financial accuracy by implementing rigorous auditing processes.
- Conducted comprehensive budget reviews for cost reduction opportunities.
- Achieved streamlined workflow with thorough process improvement initiatives.
- Implemented new accounting software to increase efficiency and accuracy.
- Prepared detailed financial reports to aid strategic planning efforts.
- Liaised effectively with external auditors for seamless audit execution.
- Performed monthly reconciliation of bank statements; eliminated monetary discrepancies.
- Streamlined HR processes by introducing efficient digital solutions.
- Provided support for employee onboarding and training procedures.
- Conducted confidential exit interviews to identify areas of improvement.
- Maintained accurate personnel records with diligent attention to detail.
Accountant & MIS in charge
Zain Bajaj (Dealer Bajaj Auto Ltd)
Kerala
2006.04 - 2010.11
- Managed financial reporting processes resulting in enhanced transparency.
- Conducted financial audits for improved internal controls.
- Streamlined budgeting exercises for efficient financial planning.
- Led tax compliance initiatives to ensure regulatory alignment.
- Prepared monthly and yearly balance sheets, ensuring accuracy.
- Efficiently managed payroll processing tasks, avoiding errors.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Advised management on financial details related to business operations, inventory levels and budgets.
Education
Master Diploma - Finance & Risk Management
Westford School of Management
MBA - Human Resource Management
Annamalai University
M Com - Finance
University of Calicut
B Com - Co-Operation
University of Calicut
Skills
- Cash flow management
- Managing budgets
- Payroll Management
- Finalization of Accounts
- Financial Reporting
- Tally ERP skills
- Knowledge of IFRS
- Taxation knowledge
- SAP ERP Skills
- Financial Analysis
- Quick learner
- Attention to detail
- Presentation skills
- Management Skills
- Treasury Skills
Languages
English
Hindi
Malayalam (Native)
Custom
Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications (Govt. ok Kerala), SAP, Tally ERP, Busy, IPOS
Affiliations
- Reading
- Playing Badminton
Timeline
Finance Manager
Firebird Distribution FZE
2018.02 - 2024.11
Senior Accountant & HR Administrator
Autoline Group of Companies
2010.12 - 2017.10
Accountant & MIS in charge
Zain Bajaj (Dealer Bajaj Auto Ltd)
2006.04 - 2010.11
MBA - Human Resource Management
Annamalai University
M Com - Finance
University of Calicut
B Com - Co-Operation
University of Calicut
Master Diploma - Finance & Risk Management
Westford School of Management