Udaya Poojary
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly accomplished Branch Accountant with 15+ years of experience across FMCG and distribution environments. Proven expertise in receivables control, credit management, VAT compliance, P&L reporting, inventory governance, audits, and cash flow optimization. Recognized for strengthening financial controls, reducing overdue receivables, and supporting branch profitability through close collaboration with sales and operations teams.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Branch Accountant
Chef Middle East
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2013.05 - 2025.12
- Managed end-to-end branch accounting for high-volume FMCG operations.
- Prepared monthly P&L reports with variance analysis for management review.
- Controlled accounts receivable for over 460 credit customer, cash customer of 350 customers and ensuring timely collections and minimizing overdue balances.
- On daily basis calling customer follow-up 20 to 25, meeting with customer where need personal presence.
- Enforced credit limits and LPO compliance to mitigate financial risks.
- Conducted daily sales reconciliation and bank balancing to ensure accuracy.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams, including sales, warehouse, and operations, to enhance efficiency.
- Monitored inventory movements to maintain accurate stock valuation.
Assistant Accountant
Spinneys
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2009.08 - 2013.05
- Maintained accurate financial records through management of daily accounting entries.
- Produced invoices for all contracted customers following monthly sales closures.
- Coordinated cheque collection and bank deposits with all divisions of Spinneys Abu Dhabi.
- Followed up on payments to ensure receipt by agreed deadlines.
- Supported finance team in reporting and compliance, enhancing accuracy.
- Collaborated with central finance team to optimize financial processes.
Storekeeper
ADCO ASAB, Catering Division
ABU DHABI, UAE
2007.05 - 2009.08
- Optimised materials ordering, issuance, and inventory tracking to enhance resource utilisation for ADCO staff food and non-food items.
- Monitored stock levels, resolving discrepancies to ensure accuracy, as we sever food on average of 330 pax.
- Coordinated with chefs and cost controllers to maintain operational efficiency within budgeted food costs.
- Ensured compliance with HACCP standards and food safety regulations.
- Negotiated favorable supplier terms, achieving substantial cost savings.
- Supported initiatives to control costs and meet food budget targets.
- Maintained clean storage areas to promote safe working environment.
Education
Diploma - Commerce / Accounting
Nitte Rukmini Adyanthaya Memorial Polytechnic
INDIA 1999.06 - 2002.05
Skills
- SAP
- Microsoft Dynamics 365
- MS Excel
- MS Word
- Outlook
PERSONAL DETAILS
Languages: English, Hindi, Kannada, Tulu
Accomplishments
Awarded Best Employee Recognition Certificate – ADNOC (2008)
CORE COMPETENCIES
Branch Accounting | FMCG Operations | Accounts Receivable & Payable | Credit Control & Collections | VAT Compliance (UAE) | P&L & MIS Reporting | Inventory & Cost Control | Bank Reconciliation | Internal & External Audits | Cash Flow Management | LPO Compliance | ERP Systems (SAP, D365)
Timeline
Branch Accountant
Chef Middle East
2013.05 - 2025.12
Assistant Accountant
Spinneys
2009.08 - 2013.05
Storekeeper
ADCO ASAB, Catering Division
2007.05 - 2009.08
Diploma - Commerce / Accounting
Nitte Rukmini Adyanthaya Memorial Polytechnic
1999.06 - 2002.05