Sowjanya
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in strategic planning and leadership, adept at problem-solving and team building. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills and resourcefulness, remaining calm under pressure to achieve upselling targets. Multilingual capabilities enhance global interactions, driving success in diverse environments. Committed to leveraging expertise for continued growth and impactful contributions within the industry.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work history
Group Statutory Accounting Lead
Aujan Coca-Cola Beverages Company (ACCBC Group)
Dubai, UAE
08.2020 - 06.2025
- Lead the consolidation of financial statements for the group, covering 17 subsidiaries across the MENA region.
- Publish monthly financial results to stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and adherence to internal controls and accounting policies.
- Act as the primary lead for external audits, managing statutory and group consolidation audits for all subsidiaries.
- Ensure compliance with banking covenants, including preparation of covenant compliance reports and coordination with auditors for interim and statutory audits.
- Stay updated and implement changes in IFRS standards and other regulatory requirements.
- Review and analyze actual vs. budgeted cash flows, providing detailed reports to the CFO.
- Maintain control over financial master data, including legal entities, chart of accounts, and cost centers.
- Oversee the budgeting and rolling forecast process, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and reporting to the CFO.
- Investigate and resolve affiliate control account reconciliation issues to ensure accurate intercompany balances.
- Consolidate and review monthly MIS reports, including sales, accounts receivable, collections, inventory, and cash flow projections.
- Provide financial insights and performance reviews for all subsidiaries during quarterly, mid-year, and year-end reviews.
- Prepare financial analysis and projections to support strategic decision-making and business planning.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure financial alignment and support business initiatives.
- Perform analysis and adhoc reports for the Group Finance controller, CFO and Members of executive committee.
Consultant - Audit & Assurance
Ernst & Young (EY) GDS Pvt Ltd
Bengaluru
11.2018 - 04.2019
Account Executive – General Finance & Accounts
Matrix Technology
Mangalore
07.2017 - 09.2018
Associate – Intercompany Accounting Global Accounting Team
Dell International Services India Pvt Ltd
Bengaluru
02.2016 - 03.2017
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Articled Assistant – Auditing, Accounts & Taxation
BR Kamath & Co. Chartered Accountants
Mangalore
02.2014 - 02.2016
Education
chartered Accountant - Accounting & Audit
The Institute of Chartered accountants of India
IndiaBachelor of commerce - Commerce
JNU
IndiaCertification on IFRS - Accounting standards
AICPA
USSpecialized: Forensic Accounting & Fraud detection -
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
IndiaSkills
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Calm under pressure
- Team building
- Strategic planning
- Leadership
- Resourcefulness
- Multilingual
- Upselling
Timeline
Group Statutory Accounting Lead
Aujan Coca-Cola Beverages Company (ACCBC Group)
08.2020 - 06.2025
Consultant - Audit & Assurance
Ernst & Young (EY) GDS Pvt Ltd
11.2018 - 04.2019
Account Executive – General Finance & Accounts
Matrix Technology
07.2017 - 09.2018
Associate – Intercompany Accounting Global Accounting Team
Dell International Services India Pvt Ltd
02.2016 - 03.2017
Articled Assistant – Auditing, Accounts & Taxation
BR Kamath & Co. Chartered Accountants
02.2014 - 02.2016
chartered Accountant - Accounting & Audit
The Institute of Chartered accountants of India
Bachelor of commerce - Commerce
JNU
Certification on IFRS - Accounting standards
AICPA
Specialized: Forensic Accounting & Fraud detection -
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
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