finance controller with 19 exp (7 years overseas)

Objective A position in the corporate sector or financial sector which might utilize my educational qualifications, work related experience and acquired capabilities. Further, a position strategic planning, decision making in a team environment.

Sep 2000 ‘V Jan 2008
Financial Controller
Reporting to CEO
A-Z Corporation, Monrovia, Liberia, West Africa:
A leading Company engaged in Whole Sale and Distribution industry by importing Branded FMCG products from Europe, USA and Far East region.

Key Responsibilities:
„« Management & Introduction of New Policies for financial controls
„« Customer service involving financial issues / decision making
„« Extensive reporting / provide input to management in line with financial planning and strategies
„« Provide prompt and accurate commercial, financial information / liaise capably with overseas offices / external auditors / regulatory authorities
„« Filled key role in major areas including financial strategies, budget management, variance analysis, capital Budget, cash flow and Accounting Management
„« Imports forecasting and planning
„« Management of various documentation including Financial, Banking including Letters of Credit, Guarantees & securities etc.,
„« Ensure that accurate and complete accounting according to Accounting standards and procedures laid down by Government, reporting and internal control systems are functioning intact and that all relevant records are maintained
„« Consolidation of financial MIS reports to be submitted to top management
„« Respond to internal/external audit observations
„« Monitor, analyze and approve transactions for entry into the accounting system
„« Define requirements and work with the Information Technology Specialists with respect to production of relevant financial reports
Apr 1997 ‘V July 2000
Finance & Accounts Manager
Trella Import and Export Pvt. Ltd., Chennai, India
Engaged in manufacturing of Leather Articles & Sourcing of
Textiles, Medicines and exportation of the same.

Key Responsibilities:
„« Overall financial decision making
„« Competently provided high quality client related services concerning financial issues
„« Liaised effectively with regulatory authorities, auditors, legal advisors and banks
„« Management of Accounting, Internal Auditing functions
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Academic Qualification : B.Sc. Bachelor of Science ‘V Major in Chemistry
1980-1983 ‘VMadurai Kamaraj University, India.

Professional Qualification : FCA Fellow member of Institute of Chartered
- Accountants of India.
Membership No: 28344 ‘V Jan 1989

Computer Proficiency : Good Working knowledge in Microsoft Office,
Accounting Package ‘V Quick Books, Good Knowledge in Internet Tools

Professional Qualification : FCA Fellow member of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
Membership No: 28344 ‘V Jan 1989

PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS / PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES / EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS
„« Self ‘V Motivated / Diligent / Result Oriented
„« File and Record Management Skills
„« Well ‘V Developed Assessment / Planning Implementation Skills
„« Conversed with IFRS and US ‘V GAAP procedures
„« Take Charge / Time Management Ability
„« Planning and Organizing ‘V Ability To Establish Priorities and to Plan, Coordinate
„« Proven Conceptual, Analytical and Evaluative Skills and The Ability To Conduct Independent Research and Analysis, Identifying Issues, Formulating Options, and Drawing Appropriate Conclusions and Recommendations
„« Knowledge, Skills and Ability To Extract, Interpret, Analyze and Format Data Across The Full Range of Finance, Accounting and Budget Functions.
„« Ability to Work under Pressure and Cope with Deadline Commitment to Continuous Learning ‘V Initiative and Willingness to Learn New Skills.
„« Ensure that Accurate and Complete Accounting, Reporting and Internal Control Systems Are Functioning and that all Relevant Records are maintained. Prepare or Consolidate Financial Reports To Be Submitted To Management
„« Define Requirements and Work with the Information Technology Unit with Respect To Production of Relevant Financial Reports
„« Able to Work in a Multi-Cultural, Multi-Ethnic Environment with Sensitivity and Respect for Diversity.