Shiv Shah
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Dynamic finance professional with a proven track record at PricewaterhouseCoopers, adept in Microsoft Dynamics NAV and MS Excel. Demonstrated leadership in conducting comprehensive financial audits and optimizing internal controls. Known for exceptional multitasking abilities and effective communication, consistently delivering high-quality financial insights and improvements.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Assistant Accountant
Foodlink Australia Pty. Ltd.
Sydney, NSW
11.2022 - Current
- Assist in formulating budgetary and accounting policies.
- Prepare financial statements for presentation to Finance manager.
- Conduct financial investigations, prepare reports, undertake audits, and advise on matters such as capital financing, suspected fraud, insolvency, and taxation.
- Examine operating costs and organizations’ income and expenditure.
- Maintain internal control systems.
- Prepare cashflow statement daily for the manager.
- Provide financial advice on business structures, plans and operations.
Senior Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers Service Delivery Centre (Pw
Kolkata, India
10.2020 - 11.2021
- As a part of Acceleration center, assisted in providing assurance services to PWC territory clients, mainly United States and Canada and ensuring compliance with our PWC Global audit methodologies and analyze financial documents such as financial statements, accounting books and records.
- Completed audit papers (Evidence gathering activity) by thoroughly documenting audit tests and findings and involved in various global engagements to perform test of controls and test of details for various funds.
- Performed audit procedures on designated financial statement line item such as Cash & Cash Equivalents, Long term Borrowings, Share Holders Fund, Treasury control, Debt control, Equity controls and performed walkthroughs.
- Ensure the work is performed with high quality and completed within agreed Turnaround time.
- Timely raising of any issues identified to Managers and Engagement Team.
- Plan and organize the work in such a way that quality and efficiency are not impacted on the deliverables.
- Develop self by participating in various training and corporate social responsible programs.
Audit Assistant
SS Kothari Mehta & Co.
Kolkata, India
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Evaluation of compliance with internal control at different levels, identification of lacuna in those controls and suggesting improvements.
- Audit the financial statements of an organization to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Ensure that the organization complies with internal policies, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations.
- Evaluate misstatements and conclude whether balances and disclosures are materially correct.
- Vouching of documents related to Human Resource.
Article Assistant
RSVA & Associates
Kolkata, India
04.2016 - 04.2019
- Assisted senior accountants with complex tax filings, ensuring accurate submissions and minimized liabilities.
- Prepared reports and materials to assist with audits.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate financial reports.
- Supported clients during tax season by preparing necessary documentation and answering inquiries, reducing stress levels associated with the process.
Education
Masters of Professional Accounting (MPA) - Accounting And Finance
Holmes Institute
Sydney, NSW 04.2001 -
Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) - Accounting And Finance
CPA Australia
Australia 04.2001 -
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)- Level I Cleared - Finance
CFA Institute
United States 04.2001 -
Chartered Accountant (CA) - Accounting And Finance
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
India 04.2001 -
Bachelor's of Commerce (B.Com.) - Accounting And Finance.
Calcutta University
Kolkata, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Technical Skills:
- Proficient in working with Microsoft Dynamics NAV
- Microsoft Office products like MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint
- Tally
Soft Skills:
- Efficient and multitasking ability
- Quick learner and dedicated
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent leader and team player
- Approachable, helpful, adaptable, and polite
ReadingTravelling Volunteering
I enjoy reading a variety of genres, traveling to explore new cultures and landscapes, and volunteering to give back to the community, all of which enrich my perspective and personal growth.
Timeline
Assistant Accountant
Foodlink Australia Pty. Ltd.
11.2022 - Current
Senior Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers Service Delivery Centre (Pw
10.2020 - 11.2021
Audit Assistant
SS Kothari Mehta & Co.
07.2019 - 02.2020
Article Assistant
RSVA & Associates
04.2016 - 04.2019
Masters of Professional Accounting (MPA) - Accounting And Finance
Holmes Institute
04.2001 -
Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) - Accounting And Finance
CPA Australia
04.2001 -
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA)- Level I Cleared - Finance
CFA Institute
04.2001 -
Chartered Accountant (CA) - Accounting And Finance
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
04.2001 -
Bachelor's of Commerce (B.Com.) - Accounting And Finance.
Calcutta University
04.2001 -