Experience

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  P.s.subramania iyer & co

  Nov 1998 - Apr 1999

  Audit trainee

  • Perform detailed audit procedures for the Financial Statements Captions.• Perform analytical review procedures.• Documentation and testing of organizations internal controls.• Checking compliance of clients with statutory and legal requirements.• Preparing audit financial statements.

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  Mahoharan & sangakkara

  Feb 2001 - Jan 2003

  Auditor

  • Planning, Conducting and finalization of audits of financial statements.• Providing guidance to other members of the audit team on the performance of their duties and review of their work.• Preparation of management letters and other specific reports as requested by the client, discussion and finalization of the same with client management.• Perform detailed audit procedures for the Financial Statements Captions.• Perform analytical review procedures.• Documentation and testing of organizations internal controls.• Checking compliance of clients with statutory and legal requirements.• Preparing audit financial statements. Show less

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  Fergasam & timex garments

  Mar 2004 - Aug 2006

  Accountant

  The T&FG Group operates primarily in the apparel manufacturing industry, and exports ladies apparel for international brands across the globe • Daily accounting supervision, heading the accounts department in coordination with other departments.• Inventory controls & management, tax planning & looking after tax requirements like VAT returns etc. • Ensure the company rules and procedures are followed. By studying and scrutinizing accounts, to suggest various cost control measures. • Project Leader in the ERP team for the finance module. As a leader coordinating with the system provider for system modification, understanding the current system and implemented a new system including system setups, solving the issues liaising with system provider. AchievementsTeam Leader in the ERP team for the finance module. As a leader coordinating with the system provider for system modification, understanding the current system and implementation. Show less

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  M. samson silva garments

  Aug 2006 - Aug 2007

  Accountant

  An associate company of M. Samson Silva & Co PTE Ltd, a company incorporated in Sri Lanka in 1981. We are a diversified group with interests in apparel manufacturing, wholesale and retail. We are also involved in Real Estate Development, Trading and the Hospitality industry.• Implemented Windows based accounting system (Accpac).• Looked after the purchase ledger, verification of invoices for VAT.• Prepared profit and loss statements as well as statements for balancing accounts and income.• Prepared aged creditors and debtors and therefore collected and chased payments.• Completed regular audits to ensure all records were kept to a high standard and were correct.AchievementsSuccessfully implemented a Sage Accpac Windows based system from DOS based Accpac. Show less

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  Global lubrificantes- world group of companies limited-

  Sept 2007 - Apr 2018

  Finance & operation manager

  The leading group of companies in Botswana, having involved in many trading industries such as Building Material, Retail & Wholesale - FMCG, Fuel station, Real Estate, Manufacturing, Car & Spare Parts & Accessories retail outlets., • Reviewed contract and set up initial Procurement budget with input from Technical Department so as to maintain agreed-upon margin percentage and check monthly actual spend and analyze in detail any variance from agreed-upon budget. • Analyzed actual manufacturing costs & prepared periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs. • Provided management with reports specifying and comparing factors affecting prices and profitability of products or services. • Managed all financial systems to maintain accuracy, cash flow, cost management tools and stock accounting systems. Fuel Industry/Spare Parts & Accessories, / Properties and timely preparation of the statutory books of accounts, statements. • Formulated budgets and conducted variance analysis difference between projected and actual results.• Designed and developed new systems and processes to enhance efficiency across the team.• Liaised with the relevant individuals regarding Income Tax, Sales Tax, VAT, PAYEE & Filling monthly VAT return, Annual Tax• Liaised with statutory Auditors, providing them with all the necessary documentation and evaluating procedures.Achievement Developed & implemented new costing systems, Procurement controls and management methods for first Lubricant Manufacturing Factory in Botswana and Implemented ERP system for the manufacturing plant. Show less

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  Mass auto pty ltd

  Apr 2018 - May 2019

  Finance manager

  Leaf Birds Company is a dynamic company specializing in wholesale and retail distribution and supply of imported Motor Vehicles and spare Parts.• Successfully managed and controlled operational costs and cash management procedures.• Managed all financial systems to maintain accuracy, cash flow, cost management tools and stock accounting systems• Liaised with fellow managers to ensure staffing budgets are adhered to & that individuals are paid correctly within compliance.• Reviewed the Purchase contract and agreed on pricing due to fluctuation of Exchange rate and Global market condition. • Handled vendor accounts and maintained their portfolio.• Managed the timely preparation of the statutory books of accounts. Show less

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  Infraroad trading & contracting llc

  Jul 2019 - Oct 2022

  Accounting and operations manager

  •Ensured the smooth and efficient running of the organisation by providing leadership in: -All financial matters, including budget development, planning & reporting; managing the accounts, payroll and financial reporting of project funded activities and grant-giving programmes.-All operational matters, including managing HR requirements and overseeing activities to ensure safe and cost-effective management. •Manage and increase the effectiveness and efficiency of Support Services, through improvements to each function as well as coordination and communication between operational support and programme development & delivery.• As part of the Senior Management Team to contribute financial and operational expertise in the development and implementation of organizational strategies, policies, practices, funding proposals and applications.•Interacted with the Board of Directors, Finance & Staffing Committees, by providing financial reports and information to ensure sound financial and operational governance.•Worked closely with the Stakeholder Management Team to provide financial and operational monitoring and controls on all programmes of work and activities, including producing reports and overseeing analysis of data and budget administration.•Improved operational systems, processes, and policies specifically, better management reporting, information flow and management, business process and organisational planning.•Play a significant role in long-term planning, including an initiative geared toward operational excellence•Oversee overall financial management, planning, systems, and controls.•Regular meetings with the Management around fiscal planning & development.•Performing a strategic role in collaboration with the Business Development Director to develop commercial plans and establish positive business relations with clients.•Analyzing management accounts and producing year-end accounts that comply with relevant accounting standards. Show less

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  Land laboratories

  Nov 2022 - now

  • Maintained comprehensive registers using MS Excel and generated insightful reports for various stakeholders in the lab, administration, and Mannai credit management team.• Supervised and guided administrative staff, fostering a productive and motivated work environment.• Prepared monthly financial and departmental performance reports, providing valuable insights to support strategic decision-making.• Tracked project costs and managed fixed asset accounts, ensuring proper closure upon project completion.• Monitored company expenditures for fixed assets, aligning them with the capital budget and management authorizations.• Prepared yearly budgets and quarterly forecasts, providing advisory based on actual performance for corrective actions.• Led a successful company-wide process restructuring initiative, implementing cost-saving measures and optimizing operations.• Overseeing VAT Return preparation and Filling VAT return. Show less

  • Manager- Finance & Admin

    Jul 2023 - now

  • Section Head- Finance & Admin

    Nov 2022 - Jun 2023
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  Gulf laboratories

  Nov 2022 - now

  • Oversaw end-to-end invoicing workflow, from creation to client dispatch, ensuring accurate and timely payments.• Maintained comprehensive registers using MS Excel and generated insightful reports for various stakeholders in the lab, administration, and Mannai credit management team.• Supervised and guided administrative staff, fostering a productive and motivated work environment.• Prepared monthly financial and departmental performance reports, providing valuable insights to support strategic decision-making.• Tracked project costs and managed fixed asset accounts, ensuring proper closure upon project completion.• Monitored company expenditures for fixed assets, aligning them with the capital budget and management authorizations.• Prepared yearly budgets and quarterly forecasts, providing advisory based on actual performance for corrective actions.• Led a successful company-wide process restructuring initiative, implementing cost-saving measures and optimizing operations. Show less

  • Manager - Finance and Admin

    Jul 2023 - now

  • Section Head- Finance and Admin

    Nov 2022 - Jul 2023