First Name: Reeja
E-Mail Address: apreeja@gmail.com
Country: United Arab Emirates
Phone: 971558966469
Job Position Applying For: Finance and Accounting
Current Job Title: Assistant Accountant
Total Years of Experience: 8 years
Copy your Resume / CV in this box: Reeja Sajith
Dubai, UAE • +971 55-8966469 • apreeja@gmail.com
Finance & Accounts Management Profile
Executive Summary
Qualified finance and accounts management professional with over 10 years of overall experience in managing finance and accounts across diverse organizations (Education & Stock Brokers) in India and the Middle East (UAE) including +7 years in the Education Industry. Proficient in accounting operations encompassing MIS, Budgeting, Variance Analysis, Audits & Compliance, Actual Cash Flow analysis, Cash Flow Forecasting, P&L Management & Payrolls, Cost center management. Proven ability in defining financial objectives, designing & implementing systems, policies & procedures to facilitate internal financial controls for enhancing P/L, ROI and other organizational business objectives. Skilled in setting up accounting systems & procedures; ensuring timely preparation of statutory books of accounts and finalization of year end statements. Adept at interacting with statutory / internal tax auditors etc for completion of audits & implementation of observations; preparation of Wages, P.F. & ESIC Register & Challan. Demonstrated excellence in implementing and monitoring strict regulatory compliances; strong exposure in measuring & managing operational risk within the business in accordance with internal processes & controls. Energetic, entrepreneurial self-starter with strong business and commercial clarity; familiar with industry fair practices and statutes, translates business objectives to successful results through strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Key Skills
Finance & Accounts Management Payables & Receivables Mgmt Bank Reconciliation Documentation & Reporting MIS preparation & Budgeting Payroll Processing Senior Management Interaction Banking Transactions Team Leadership Professional Experience
Assistant Accountant (Apr 2017 – To-Date) GEMS Metropole School, Dubai, UAE
Key Responsibilities: Assist in performing general ledger accounting functions as needed and/or assigned (e.g. General Ledger, purchasing, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that department functions are completed in accurate and timely manner during short times of need Maintains a wide variety of financial information files and records for the purpose of ensuring availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines. Preparation of Bank Reconciliation statement and monitoring transactions. Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (example: employees, vendors, auditors etc.) for the purpose of facilitating communication and/or providing guidance among several parties and providing information and/or referral for addressing inquiry. Reviews financial information for the purpose identifying potential budget variances, compiling statistical information and conforming to established financial practices and regulatory requirements. MIS preparation & Budgeting. Payroll WPS management and processing. Preparing Full and Final statement, Gratuity, Leave salary for the staff as per UAE Labor Law. Assists Auditors for the purpose of providing supporting documentation and/or information on internal process that is required for audit. Monitoring bad debts and due list for recoveries. Handling intercompany transaction on month to month basis. Software: DAX
Assistant Accountant (Dec 2013 – July 2016) GEMS Education, Dubai, UAE
Key Responsibilities: Assist in performing general ledger accounting functions as needed and/or assigned (e.g. General Ledger, purchasing, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that department functions are completed in accurate and timely manner during short times of need. Maintains a wide variety of financial information files and records for the purpose of ensuring availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines. Preparation of Bank Reconciliation statement and monitoring transactions, Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (eg. employees, vendors, auditors etc.) for the purpose of facilitating communication and/or providing guidance among several parties and providing information and/or referral for addressing inquiry. Reviews financial information for the purpose identifying potential budget variances, compiling statistical information and conforming to established financial practices and regulatory requirements. Payroll WPS management and processing. Preparing Full and Final statement, Gratuity, Leave salary for the staff as per UAE Labor Law. Assists Auditors for the purpose of providing supporting documentation and/or information on internal process that is required for audit. Monitoring bad debts and due list for recoveries. Handling intercompany transaction on month to month basis. Software: DAX
Cashier (May 2012 – Dec 2013) GEMS Education, Winchester School, Dubai, UAE
Key Responsibilities: Fee collections through Cash, Card and Cheque. Monitor student accounts with respect to charges, balances and Fee Adjustment Entries for processing student refunds as necessary. Collection and Preparation of various receipts. Processing Staff Concession. Processing Fee Refund after necessary documentation is completed. Process Payment of Supplier invoices for services and events. Process Petty cash Payment for Expenses. Preparing Bank Reconciliation Statement. Preparing Inter unit Vouchers. Preparing Prepayment Vouchers & Journal Vouchers.
Branch Manager (July 2010 – Oct 2011) Muthoot Securities Ltd, Stock Brokers, Kerala, India
Key Responsibilities: Working as a Branch Manager – Kannur Branch. Managing the operations for clients trading with NSE, BSE, MCX (commodity), NCDEX (commodity) and NSE Currency. Handling Currency Exchange Division of Muthoot Exchange Corporation in Kannur (Dealing in USD, Euro Pound, Saudi Riyal SAR, Qatar Riyal QAR, Bahrain Dinar BHD, Kuwait Dinar KWD Oman Riyal OMR UAE Dirham AED). Helping Dealers and RMs meet daily, weekly and Monthly Targets. Responsible for training of new employees who joined the organization. Trouble shooting any problems with ODIN Terminals (Open Dealer Integrated. Network by Financial Technologies) profound database management skills. Remarkable ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Conducting Seminars on Derivative Trading and Commodity Trading on weekly Basis. Handling the entire Back office operation In charge of Back Office Support System BOSS, CRM. Handling IPO, NFO and FPO Related activities for the entire North Kerala Region. Creating Corporate Tie-ups to enable better penetration of Equity products, SIP’s and Mutual Funds. Excellent ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments. Creating MIS Reports, Branch Performance Reports and Revenue Reports.
Branch Manager (Nov 2008 – June 2010) Anagram Securities Ltd, Trivandrum (Non-Banking Financial institutions and Stock Brokers), India
Key Responsibilities: Worked as Branch Manager – Trivandrum. Overall responsibility of Two Branches in Trivandrum. Relationship Managers and Sales Executives in Equity and Distribution Business. Conducting presentations, seminars and campaigns to increase business. Overseeing Branch performance and ensuring profitability of the branch. Prepared daily reports and updated the same to the Regional Head. Responsible for arranging training sessions for the employees. Prepared innovative strategies and plans to achieve the target as well as the Goals of the organization. Market identification and formulize resources needed to open new offices at Potential locations. Understanding Client requirements and providing customized solutions for their needs. Client Mapping, Back office Support. Handling complete support operations. Branch Level Portfolio Management and Monitoring Services. Education
MBA, (Finance, HR) Kerala Mahathma Gandhi University– India, Kerala (2008). BSC, Kannur University. Purs uing Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
COMPUTER SKILLS: Microsoft Office™ (Word™, Excel™ PowerPoint™) Good Knowledge of Adobe. Internet Applications. Tally ERP. Personal Details
Nationality: Indian Date of Birth: 10th April 1984 Marital Status: Married Hobbies and Interests: Reading, Equity research, Sports, Travelling etc.
E-Mail Address: apreeja@gmail.com
Country: United Arab Emirates
Phone: 971558966469
Job Position Applying For: Finance and Accounting
Current Job Title: Assistant Accountant
Total Years of Experience: 8 years
Copy your Resume / CV in this box: Reeja Sajith
Dubai, UAE • +971 55-8966469 • apreeja@gmail.com
Finance & Accounts Management Profile
Executive Summary
Qualified finance and accounts management professional with over 10 years of overall experience in managing finance and accounts across diverse organizations (Education & Stock Brokers) in India and the Middle East (UAE) including +7 years in the Education Industry. Proficient in accounting operations encompassing MIS, Budgeting, Variance Analysis, Audits & Compliance, Actual Cash Flow analysis, Cash Flow Forecasting, P&L Management & Payrolls, Cost center management. Proven ability in defining financial objectives, designing & implementing systems, policies & procedures to facilitate internal financial controls for enhancing P/L, ROI and other organizational business objectives. Skilled in setting up accounting systems & procedures; ensuring timely preparation of statutory books of accounts and finalization of year end statements. Adept at interacting with statutory / internal tax auditors etc for completion of audits & implementation of observations; preparation of Wages, P.F. & ESIC Register & Challan. Demonstrated excellence in implementing and monitoring strict regulatory compliances; strong exposure in measuring & managing operational risk within the business in accordance with internal processes & controls. Energetic, entrepreneurial self-starter with strong business and commercial clarity; familiar with industry fair practices and statutes, translates business objectives to successful results through strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Key Skills
Finance & Accounts Management Payables & Receivables Mgmt Bank Reconciliation Documentation & Reporting MIS preparation & Budgeting Payroll Processing Senior Management Interaction Banking Transactions Team Leadership Professional Experience
Assistant Accountant (Apr 2017 – To-Date) GEMS Metropole School, Dubai, UAE
Key Responsibilities: Assist in performing general ledger accounting functions as needed and/or assigned (e.g. General Ledger, purchasing, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that department functions are completed in accurate and timely manner during short times of need Maintains a wide variety of financial information files and records for the purpose of ensuring availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines. Preparation of Bank Reconciliation statement and monitoring transactions. Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (example: employees, vendors, auditors etc.) for the purpose of facilitating communication and/or providing guidance among several parties and providing information and/or referral for addressing inquiry. Reviews financial information for the purpose identifying potential budget variances, compiling statistical information and conforming to established financial practices and regulatory requirements. MIS preparation & Budgeting. Payroll WPS management and processing. Preparing Full and Final statement, Gratuity, Leave salary for the staff as per UAE Labor Law. Assists Auditors for the purpose of providing supporting documentation and/or information on internal process that is required for audit. Monitoring bad debts and due list for recoveries. Handling intercompany transaction on month to month basis. Software: DAX
Assistant Accountant (Dec 2013 – July 2016) GEMS Education, Dubai, UAE
Key Responsibilities: Assist in performing general ledger accounting functions as needed and/or assigned (e.g. General Ledger, purchasing, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that department functions are completed in accurate and timely manner during short times of need. Maintains a wide variety of financial information files and records for the purpose of ensuring availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines. Preparation of Bank Reconciliation statement and monitoring transactions, Responds to inquiries from a variety of sources (eg. employees, vendors, auditors etc.) for the purpose of facilitating communication and/or providing guidance among several parties and providing information and/or referral for addressing inquiry. Reviews financial information for the purpose identifying potential budget variances, compiling statistical information and conforming to established financial practices and regulatory requirements. Payroll WPS management and processing. Preparing Full and Final statement, Gratuity, Leave salary for the staff as per UAE Labor Law. Assists Auditors for the purpose of providing supporting documentation and/or information on internal process that is required for audit. Monitoring bad debts and due list for recoveries. Handling intercompany transaction on month to month basis. Software: DAX
Cashier (May 2012 – Dec 2013) GEMS Education, Winchester School, Dubai, UAE
Key Responsibilities: Fee collections through Cash, Card and Cheque. Monitor student accounts with respect to charges, balances and Fee Adjustment Entries for processing student refunds as necessary. Collection and Preparation of various receipts. Processing Staff Concession. Processing Fee Refund after necessary documentation is completed. Process Payment of Supplier invoices for services and events. Process Petty cash Payment for Expenses. Preparing Bank Reconciliation Statement. Preparing Inter unit Vouchers. Preparing Prepayment Vouchers & Journal Vouchers.
Branch Manager (July 2010 – Oct 2011) Muthoot Securities Ltd, Stock Brokers, Kerala, India
Key Responsibilities: Working as a Branch Manager – Kannur Branch. Managing the operations for clients trading with NSE, BSE, MCX (commodity), NCDEX (commodity) and NSE Currency. Handling Currency Exchange Division of Muthoot Exchange Corporation in Kannur (Dealing in USD, Euro Pound, Saudi Riyal SAR, Qatar Riyal QAR, Bahrain Dinar BHD, Kuwait Dinar KWD Oman Riyal OMR UAE Dirham AED). Helping Dealers and RMs meet daily, weekly and Monthly Targets. Responsible for training of new employees who joined the organization. Trouble shooting any problems with ODIN Terminals (Open Dealer Integrated. Network by Financial Technologies) profound database management skills. Remarkable ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Conducting Seminars on Derivative Trading and Commodity Trading on weekly Basis. Handling the entire Back office operation In charge of Back Office Support System BOSS, CRM. Handling IPO, NFO and FPO Related activities for the entire North Kerala Region. Creating Corporate Tie-ups to enable better penetration of Equity products, SIP’s and Mutual Funds. Excellent ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments. Creating MIS Reports, Branch Performance Reports and Revenue Reports.
Branch Manager (Nov 2008 – June 2010) Anagram Securities Ltd, Trivandrum (Non-Banking Financial institutions and Stock Brokers), India
Key Responsibilities: Worked as Branch Manager – Trivandrum. Overall responsibility of Two Branches in Trivandrum. Relationship Managers and Sales Executives in Equity and Distribution Business. Conducting presentations, seminars and campaigns to increase business. Overseeing Branch performance and ensuring profitability of the branch. Prepared daily reports and updated the same to the Regional Head. Responsible for arranging training sessions for the employees. Prepared innovative strategies and plans to achieve the target as well as the Goals of the organization. Market identification and formulize resources needed to open new offices at Potential locations. Understanding Client requirements and providing customized solutions for their needs. Client Mapping, Back office Support. Handling complete support operations. Branch Level Portfolio Management and Monitoring Services. Education
MBA, (Finance, HR) Kerala Mahathma Gandhi University– India, Kerala (2008). BSC, Kannur University. Purs uing Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
COMPUTER SKILLS: Microsoft Office™ (Word™, Excel™ PowerPoint™) Good Knowledge of Adobe. Internet Applications. Tally ERP. Personal Details
Nationality: Indian Date of Birth: 10th April 1984 Marital Status: Married Hobbies and Interests: Reading, Equity research, Sports, Travelling etc.
