P Santosh Kumar
- 1. Page 1 P Santosh Kumar Email: kumarpskumar@gmail.com Mobile: +971 55 6416670, +91 8790176059 Institute of Cost & Works Accountant of India (ICWA inter) with 15 years experience in Accounting functions Key Qualities A rigorous and strategic thinker with excellent knowledge in numbers and financial terminologies and skilled in allocating the budget precisely having rich experience of 15 years in Finance from grass root level. -Extensive knowledge of budgeting, planning and corporate finance. -Proven track record to maximize the business opportunities. -Skilled in resolving cross functional business problems. -Expertise to set strategic priorities and give clear strategic direction on all aspects of finance. -Proficient in defining a financial business model and provide full financial justification for strategic decisions. Years of Experience 15 Years Current Job Manager Finance – Crown Micro FZCO Previous Job Worked as Finance and Administration Manager in Orient Links Co (LLC), Dubai for 7 years Languages Known English, Telugu, Bengali, Oriya & Hindi Education Post Graduation ICWA Inter (Institute of Cost & Works Accountants of India) India, in Sept 1999, (Now called ICMA) Basic Education Bachelor of Commerce (Commerce) India, in April 1999 Summary of Skills and Experience Carrying out investment appraisals. Trend analysis & financial modeling to help respond to dynamic market conditions Reporting of Financial Statements in a centralized system of a group. Financial Transaction Analysis. Funds Management. Performance analysis & Support. MIS Reports of various regions
- 2. Page 2 Budget Preparation. Ensuring compliance, Finalising accounts as per the Audit requirements, etc. Compliance with the company policies and systemizing for correct accounting practice. Planning for a good internal control to ensuring a proper transaction procedure. Planning for the limits required for Letter of credits, discounting, PDCs. Analysis of the funds available vis a vis payables. IT Skills Proficient Knowledge in MS Office 2009 and Tally. Working knowledge in Oracle, JD Edwards Personal Details Nationality Indian Date of Birth December 26, 1977 Gender Male Marital Status Married Experience Summary Crown Micro FZCO (Nov 2014 – Present) Crown Micro FZCO is a JAFZA based company in the business of Printer Toners, Tablet PCs and Accessories. Working alongside a business’ MD or CEO, have a hands-on with company finances and also be commercially aware, advising on the best path of growth for the business. Responsible for overall control for all financial aspects of company strategy and is analyze figures and implement recommendations based on these findings, with the most profitable outcomes. Managing, Analyzing and reporting to executives and directors on key performance indicators, business risks, business objectives, influences on past and future performance. Puranam Designs(Nov2010 – Oct 2014) Managed two different units – Puranam Designs and Ecowash . Ecowash was a professional steamjet cleaning solutions for automobiles based in Visakhapatnam, India. This is a new age environmental friendly car cleaning system using very less water. The unit was successfully sold after two years of operation to a prospective taker in Northern Region. Puranam Designs is a automobile customisation name operating from Delhi. It carries the business of customising an automobile to a style statement. In both the units, the function was more like a developing an idea and implementing it with the constraints of finance. The position is the back bone for the unit demanding roles to ensure: That efficient financial processes are maintained and/or implemented Brand development, Advertising.
- 3. Page 3 Process Accounts Receivable and Payable, and credit cards accurately and within required timeframes. Assist with Payroll and other Human Resources functions. Financing and Loan planning for the equipment and Inventory through bank. Analysis of expenditure such as vehicle running costs, consumables and mobile telephone costs. Supervise updation of records for the daily reconciliation. Cash management. Budgeting. Reviewing pricing strategies regularly. Overlooking timely payments of installment. Controlling staff Loan records and ensuring accuracy. Accurate and timely reporting to funding body. preparation of monthly installment activity statements and quarterly business activity statements. preparation of monthly management accounts to provide relevant and timely financial information to management. Experience Summary (Aug 2004 – Oct 2010) Orient Links Co. (LLC) Worked in the capacity of Finance and Administration Manager in Dubai. Orient Links is a paper trading company based in Dubai. The position was of immense responsibility involving: Continuous coordination and communication with affiliated banks for optimum utilisation of facilities. Negotiating interest rates for new business propositions. Creating new facilities for new customers, funds planning based on priority transactions and ensuring their chronological order with the bank. Monitoring TR , Letter of Guarantee & LC’s for their expiry and their subsequent liability reversals together with further review of the facility and its renewal on an annual basis for any amendments based on utilisation through the year. Updation of Human Resources records periodically/ regularly along with the staff payroll management. Liaise with the auditors of the company throughout the year along with the financial year end audits. (Successfully managed for 7 years). Cash handling and cash management for day to day operations. Continuous/ongoing communication and relationship management with the relationship managers and their respective unit head of the banks. Experience Summary (Aug 2003 – June 2004) Ernst & Young India Pvt Ltd Worked as a Professional in the Assurance Division of SR Batliboi & Co., the Indian Audit firm for (Aug 2003 – June2004) Played an important analytical role in various audits performed during the period including Tax Audit, Statutory Audit, US GAAP, Market Analysis and Limited Review Audit.
- 4. Page 4 This position required focus on the analytical and risk assessment procedures by identifying the major loopholes in the processes and finding appropriate solutions. Experience Summary (Jan 2002 – July 2003) UK VFS (Kuoni Group) As a Branch Accountant in the UK back office the role was very much responsible with planning, budgeting and accountability. Interacting with the daily applicants for documentation. Controlling the inventory of token, vouchers issued on a daily basis along with cash handling and cash management and preparing daily MIS report for the management. Experience Summary (Jan 2002 – Sept 2002) National Thermal Power Corporation Ltd In NTPC played an active part in completing the entire task of physical verification of assets under the Furniture and other assets, involving correction of reports corresponding to 35 codes comprising of 25000 items. Analysed purchase orders for various critical items, spares etc for the plant assets with regard to the justifiable tendor rates, suitability and quality. Planned for capitalization of major assets of the unit. Experience Summary (Jan 2001 – Nov 2001) Eastman Exports Played a crucial role as Project Executive in the planning and execution of hire purchase and lease agreements for machinery purchased by the company developed a trusting relationship with all the dealing financial institutions. Acted as a liaison between the management and the banks. This included negotiating for better interest rates, installment periods etc. Extra ciricular activities Reading, painting, music, movies.