Jashobanta Das
Cuttack
Summary
Results-driven Finance & Accounts Manager with expertise in financial analysis, team leadership, and budget management. Proven track record in driving operational efficiency and mentoring junior staff to achieve strategic financial goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance & Accounts Manager
Continental Reliable Clearing Tanzania Co Ltd
Dar es salaam
01.2019 - Current
- Managed and supervised a team of 5 accountants and finance professionals.
- Managed financial reporting and budgeting processes for operational efficiency.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable functions to ensure accuracy.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and inform decision-making processes.
- Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements for management review.
- Monitored revenue and expenses to confirm financial status.
- Ensured timely payment of vendor invoices while maintaining proper documentation.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors in order to secure favorable pricing terms.
- Analyzed budget variances to identify potential cost savings opportunities.
- Established chart of accounts and defined accounting policies and procedures to maintain accounting controls.
- Coordinated preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting.
- Analyzed actual financial results to budget, preparing variance reporting to functional groups.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Built financial models to allocate resources, forecast cash and investment needs and make capital budgeting decisions.
- Developed or analyzed information to assess current or future financial status of firms.
Senior Accountant
M.A Cargo Truckers & Forwarders Company Ltd
Morogoro
06.2016 - 11.2018
- Managed monthly financial closings and reconciliations for various accounts.
- Supervised junior accountants, providing training on best practices and processes.
- Utilized accounting software to maintain accurate records of transactions and assets.
- Prepared monthly financial reports for management review.
- Reconciled bank statements to general ledgers on a monthly basis.
- Managed and prepared journal entries and reconciliations to support monthly general ledger closing activities.
- Performed general ledger account reconciliations and generated updated financial documents.
- Monitored accounts payable activity to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payment processing.
Executive Accounts
Leighton Welspun Contractors Pvt Ltd
Barmer
08.2012 - 03.2015
- Managed client accounts and ensured satisfaction through regular communication.
- Analyzed customer data to develop targeted campaigns that increased customer loyalty and retention rates.
- Operated register, handled cash and processed credit card transactions.
- Analyzed sales space capacities based on system parameters, securing high stock availability.
Junior Account Manager
Viraj Projects India Pvt Ltd
Angul
03.2008 - 08.2012
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and transactions.
- Negotiated contract terms with vendors and suppliers.
- Prepared monthly financial statements for clients outlining costs incurred during a given period.
- Generated reports detailing account performance metrics for senior management review.
- Conducted regular business reviews with clients to understand their needs and align products and services accordingly.
- Utilized CRM tools to track client interactions, sales opportunities, and account history.
- Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records.
- Managed client accounts and maintained strong relationships with stakeholders.
Senior Accountant
Bhushan Power & Steel Ltd
Kolkata
09.2002 - 03.2008
- Utilized accounting software to maintain accurate records of transactions and assets.
- Maintained detailed records of account transactions, including invoices, payments, and journal entries.
- Prepared monthly financial reports for management review.
- Managed daily closing, reporting and reconciliation functions.
- Reconciled bank statements to general ledgers on a monthly basis.
- Managed financial operations, month-end reporting, financial schedules and reconciliations.
- Provided support to internal and external auditors during the annual audit process.
Audit Assistant
G.K Tulsyan & Co
08.1999 - 08.2002
- Analyzed financial statements to identify discrepancies and areas of concern.
- Evaluated internal audit controls to ensure compliance and efficiency.
- Supported senior auditors in conducting fieldwork and gathering evidence, contributing to thorough audit processes.
- Prepared detailed audit reports for client reviews, ensuring clarity and compliance.
- Reviewed postings and documents to ensure accuracy and correct coding.
- Examined accounts receivable and payable ledgers for accuracy.
- Verified and reconciled bank deposits and payments, enhancing accuracy of financial records.
- Assisted external auditors during annual audits by providing requested documents and information.
- Processed and documented cash, checks, and transfers in financial records.
- Compared orders with invoices and documented necessary details accurately.
Education
MBA (Finance) -
Biju Patnaik University Technology
Bhadrak 01-2009
C.A ( Inter ) -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Kolkata01-2001
B. Com (Hons – Accounting) -
Utkal University
Bhubaneswar01-1999
Skills
- Financial analysis
- Financial reporting
- Budget management
- Cash flow management
- Financial forecasting
- Accounts reconciliation
- Cost control
- Accounts receivable management
- Accounts payable management
- Cost accounting
- Auditing principles
- Vendor negotiations
- Data analysis
- Operations management
- Continuous improvement
- Negotiation
- Service oriented
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Bengali
Advanced (C1)
C1
Odia
Advanced (C1)
C1
Swahili
Beginner (A1)
A1
Timeline
Finance & Accounts Manager
Continental Reliable Clearing Tanzania Co Ltd
01.2019 - Current
Senior Accountant
M.A Cargo Truckers & Forwarders Company Ltd
06.2016 - 11.2018
Executive Accounts
Leighton Welspun Contractors Pvt Ltd
08.2012 - 03.2015
Junior Account Manager
Viraj Projects India Pvt Ltd
03.2008 - 08.2012
Senior Accountant
Bhushan Power & Steel Ltd
09.2002 - 03.2008
Audit Assistant
G.K Tulsyan & Co
08.1999 - 08.2002
MBA (Finance) -
Biju Patnaik University Technology
C.A ( Inter ) -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
B. Com (Hons – Accounting) -
Utkal University