Abhinesh Sharma
Karawatha
Summary
Strategic finance leader with robust experience in corporate financial management and strategic planning. Strong focus on team collaboration, driving financial performance, and adapting to changing business needs. Expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, risk management, and compliance. Known for reliability and achieving significant results through effective leadership and strategic decision-making.
Diligent Finance Leader with robust background in financial leadership, strategic planning, and risk management. Successfully spearheaded initiatives that streamlined operations and optimized financial performance. Demonstrates proficiency in financial forecasting and team collaboration.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Group CFO/Director
Pacific Controls Pty Ltd/Indratel Australia
02.2016 - Current
- Oversaw budgets, payroll, and accounts payable and receivable.
- Reduced operational costs by identifying areas for improvement and implementing cost-saving measures across various departments.
- Prepared accurate financial statements at end of quarter to summarize financial health and business performance.
- Conducted detailed analysis of company financial information and oversaw preparation of related reports.
- Spearheaded the implementation of a new financial reporting system, resulting in more accurate and timely data for decision-making purposes.
- Managed relationships with external auditors, ensuring a smooth and efficient annual audit process with minimal findings or issues identified.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements by staying current on industry developments and implementing necessary controls within the organization.
- Oversaw the preparation and submission of all tax filings, mitigating potential risks associated with noncompliance.
- Directed budget development, creation of budgetary controls and recordkeeping systems and investment management.
- Mentored finance team members, fostering a culture of professional growth and skill development within the department.
- Enhanced cash flow management through the development of robust forecasting models, ensuring optimal liquidity for business operations.
- Evaluated investment opportunities diligently, contributing to informed decisions regarding potential projects and their expected returns.
Management Accountant
Pacific Controls Pty Ltd
02.2012 - 02.2016
- Contributed to the successful implementation of a new ERP system, resulting in increased efficiency across all departments.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including department heads, vendors, and banking partners.
- Collaborated closely with external auditors during annual reviews, ensuring timely completion of audit procedures without any significant findings or adjustments required.
- Prepared thorough reports, commentaries and financial statements.
- Supported the development of strategic plans with detailed financial analysis and scenario modeling.
Management Accountant
O-I Brisbane Plant
07.2007 - 01.2010
- Collaborated closely with external auditors during annual reviews, ensuring timely completion of audit procedures without any significant findings or adjustments required.
- Prepared thorough reports, commentaries and financial statements.
- Identified past financial trends, performed risk management and predicted future outcomes and needs.
- Ensured compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and industry best practices through continuous monitoring and updating of accounting policies.
- Conducted variance analyses between actual results and forecasts, identifying areas of improvement for future budgeting cycles.
Property Accountant
Progressive Enterprises (NZ) owned by Woolworths
04.2004 - 05.2006
- Addressed questions from external auditors and provided requested documentation to enable issue resolution.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by reconciling property accounts and identifying discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Safeguarded company assets by establishing effective internal controls over cash disbursement processes.
- Contributed to portfolio growth by performing due diligence on potential acquisitions, including analyzing historical financial data and projecting future performance.
- Reduced errors in financial reports by meticulously reviewing and analyzing general ledger entries.
- Conducted internal audits, fixed asset reviews and property inventory evaluations to obtain asset performance information.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations by staying up-to-date on industry standards and maintaining accurate documentation.
- Prepared for year-end audit cycle by compiling documentation for income statement and balance sheet accounts.
Central Office Accountant
Honda (NZ) Ltd
08.2002 - 03.2004
- Improved the accuracy of financial reports by diligently reviewing and reconciling accounts.
- Streamlined financial processes by implementing efficient accounting software and tools.
- Assisted in annual budgeting process, providing valuable input to optimize resource allocation.
- Served as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on matters related to financial strategy and performance metrics.
- Enhanced internal controls for better fraud prevention and risk management.
- Proactively identified opportunities for process improvements within the finance department, leading to increased productivity without compromising quality.
Education
BBS - Accounting
Massey University
Palmerston North, New ZealandDiploma Management Studies -
University of the South Pacific
Skills
- Financial Accounting
- Reporting
- Board presentations
- Compliance
- Corporate taxation
- Auditing
- SOX Act
- Foreign exchange management
- Negotiation
- Budgeting
- Team management
- ERP System installation
- CRM implementation
- Power BI
- Excel
- Financial process improvement
- Financial strategy development
- Cash flow management
References
Available at request.
Timeline
Group CFO/Director
Pacific Controls Pty Ltd/Indratel Australia
02.2016 - Current
Management Accountant
Pacific Controls Pty Ltd
02.2012 - 02.2016
Management Accountant
O-I Brisbane Plant
07.2007 - 01.2010
Property Accountant
Progressive Enterprises (NZ) owned by Woolworths
04.2004 - 05.2006
Central Office Accountant
Honda (NZ) Ltd
08.2002 - 03.2004
Diploma Management Studies -
University of the South Pacific
BBS - Accounting
Massey University
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