Nov 2025 – Present · 5 mos · California, United States · Remote

Feb 2025 – Nov 2025 · 9 mos · Gurugram, Haryana, India · On-site

• Managed finance and accounting operations, including accounting systems, direct and indirect taxation, IFRS, GAAP, accounts payable/receivable, vendor management, auditing, and compliance.
• Specialized in the preparation and analysis of financial and statutory statements, ensuring strict adherence to regulatory standards.
• Delivered accurate and insightful financial reports to support strategic decision-making and enhance organizational performance.
• Streamlined month-end and year-end closing processes, reducing turnaround time and improving reporting accuracy. Coordinated with internal and external auditors to ensure smooth audit cycles and timely resolution of audit queries. Implemented cost-control measures and financial controls, resulting in improved budget adherence and reduced variances. Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align financial planning with business strategies and operational goals.
• Enhanced ERP/accounting system functionalities to improve automation, data accuracy, and reporting efficiency.
• Developed MIS (Management Information System) reports for management review, enabling proactive financial decision- making.
• Assisted in financial forecasting, scenario analysis, and investment appraisals to support long-term growth initiatives. Maintained strong vendor and stakeholder relationships through effective negotiation, payment scheduling, and dispute resolution.

Jun 2020 – Jan 2025 · 4 yrs 7 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Remote

• Oversaw financial management and optimized workflows, cutting month-end closing timelines by 25% and minimizing manual errors by 30% through automation initiatives.
• Directed statutory audit processes in partnership with external auditors, ensuring full adherence to regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Designed financial models and provided data-driven recommendations that boosted operational efficiency by 15% and contributed to 20% revenue growth over two years.
• Secured advantageous financing terms through successful negotiations with banks, boosting liquidity and working capital efficiency.
• Unified and streamlined reporting structures across multiple business units, improving accuracy, transparency, and decision- making speed.
• Led the deployment of advanced ERP/financial platforms, enabling real-time analytics and sharper forecasting capabilities. Partnered with cross-functional leadership to integrate financial planning with corporate strategy, accelerating sustainable growth.
• Cultivated and coached high-performing finance teams, building leadership pipelines and elevating departmental performance.

Nov 2019 – Jun 2020 · 7 mos · Guwahati, Assam

• Overhauled accounting frameworks and accelerated reporting workflows, boosting efficiency by 40%, reducing documentation by 50%, and shortening preparation cycles by 30%.
• Reduced operational expenses by 15% through strategic supplier negotiations and improved digital business presence. Enhanced liquidity by 20% by implementing advanced forecasting methods and strengthening cash flow oversight.

May 2014 – Oct 2019 · 5 yrs 5 mos · Guwahati, Assam · On-site

• Automated and streamlined reporting processes, reducing preparation timelines by 35% while enhancing accuracy, data integrity, and decision-making speed.
• Designed and executed financial plans and projections that supported leadership in delivering 10% year-on-year growth across multiple business cycles.
• Ensured full compliance with domestic tax regulations, maintaining a five-year flawless compliance record with zero penalties. Directed end-to-end finance operations, including accounts finalization, reconciliations, working capital management, and treasury oversight.
• Supervised indirect and direct tax operations (GST, TDS, income tax), ensuring timely filings and audit readiness at all times. Partnered with senior management to align budgeting, forecasting, and cost-control strategies, strengthening overall financial health.
• Coordinated with statutory auditors, consultants, and regulatory authorities, achieving smooth audit closures and transparent reporting.
• Mentored and developed finance team members, instilling strong process ownership, compliance discipline, and performance focus.

Oct 2012 – Apr 2014 · 1 yr 6 mos · Radha Rani Building, IIT Road, Jaiguru, Amingaon, Guwahati - 781031, Assam

• Minimized manual effort by 50% through the integration of automated financial systems. Conducted profitability assessments that achieved a 12% decrease in project expenditures.
• Optimized cash flow by resolving account variances with vendors and customers, shortening payment cycles by 25%.

May 2011 – Sep 2012 · 1 yr 4 mos · Fancy Bazar, Guwahati - 781001, Assam

• Maintained accurate financial records by auditing and reconciling accounts, while streamlining tax compliance to reduce filing errors by 20%.
• Strengthened financial controls, leading to a 15% improvement in operational efficiency.

May 2010 – Apr 2011 · 11 mos · Fancy Bazar, Guwahati - 781001, Assam

• Generated financial statements and tax filings with 100% timely compliance, including VAT and CST registrations. Supported internal audits by detecting and correcting discrepancies to improve financial integrity.