Minal Karani

Phone: 401-***-**** Email: s8kh96@r.postjobfree.com

Objective:

Seeking a full time position in the areas of Accounting& Finance where I can utilize my skill and knowledge towards the achievement of organizational objectives and enhance my experience.

Education:

•Passed CPA Exams June 2011

•Chartered Accountant from India (CPA equivalent) Jan 2007

•Bachelor of Commerce from M.S. University April 2001

(Major in Accounting and Auditing)

Profile:

•Advanced PC skills, proficient in computerized Accounting application, ERP, MS Office, and QuickBooks.

•Familiarity with the provisions of US GAAP and GAAS, PCAOB guidelines.

•Ability to manage multiple engagements and prioritize in a rapidly growing, fast-paced, interactive, results-based team environment.

•Ability to understand the complex operational procedures.

•Extremely motivated and effective team player.

•Attended professional development and training courses on a regular basis. Also conducted training for staff on various accounting standards, tax audit, company law matters etc.

•Authorized to work in United States for any employer

Experience:

Karnavat & Co., Mumbai, India March 2007- Current

Partner

Bookkeeping:

•Gained understanding of client operations, processes, business objectives and utilize that knowledge for accounting or audit engagements.

•Provided bookkeeping services like Fixed Assets Accounting, Inventory Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Bank Accounting in accordance of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and Company Policies and Procedures.

•Performed preliminary review and prepared quarterly and Annual Financial Statements including Statement of Operations, Balance Sheet & Cash Flow Statements.

•Monitored all the General Ledger Accounts, journal entries and reconciliations on monthly or quarterly basis related to Banks and various accounts

•Ensured the accuracy and completeness of the accounts and accounting system.

•Performed accounts analysis and prepared reports for Cash flow, Job-work dues, Production, Sales, Inventory, and Debtors & Creditors.

•Developed and maintained a good working relationship with the clients to enhance client satisfaction.

Auditing & Attestations:

•Performed Statutory Audits of large Public Companies, Private Companies, Partnership Firms, Proprietary concerns, Banks in accordance with the Auditing & Attestation Standards accepted in India.

•Responsible for framing the audit program, audit plans, scheduling, delegating and ensuring timely completions of the audits within the stipulated cost parameters.

•Responsible for the preparation of checklists and ensuring compliance of Company Law, GASS, GAAP, CARO, and various pronouncement issued by Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and other regulatory bodies.

•Actively participated in the opening meetings, closing meetings, and audit committee meetings as a key member of the audit team. Prepared and presented the results of the audit work and recommendations to the management and carried out the remediation viewpoint of audit committee meetings.

•Planned and conducted Internal Audits to review and test the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and report the findings and recommendations to the management.

•Handled various special assignments like VAT Audit, Stock Audit, ROC filing etc.

•Monitored the post audit activities including follow-up with the clients, providing technical backup support & achieving delivery & service quality norms.

•Trained, supervised, mentored and evaluated an audit engagement staff on external audits.

Taxation:

•Prepared and filed Corporate, Partnership & Individual Tax returns.

•Examined and reviewed taxpayer’s financial records for the preparation of tax returns.

•Provided taxpayers with detailed information on the process of completing a tax form in a systematic manner.

•Provided necessary information to taxpayers regarding tax rules and tax saving opportunities.

M/s Naresh & Co., Baroda, India Jan 2001 to 2003

Staff Accountant

•Responsible for the accounting and reconciliation of ledger accounts including bank accounts, accounts payable, accounts receivables, accruals, etc. for various clients.

•Responsible for reviewing and maintaining fixed asset ledger accounts by computing depreciation expense and accounting for additions or sales of fixed assets for various clients.

•Responsible for leading and overlooking the physical inventory counts and perform physical verification of the fixed assets.

•Prepared reports for Outstanding /prepaid expenditures, Cash flow, Production, Sales, Inventory, Debtors & Creditors age analysis.

•Actively participated in year end close activities by preparing financial statements and various schedules and notes for Audit Reports and Annual Reports.

•Performed analytical review of the financial statements by doing Trend Analysis, Ratio Analysis and reporting the variances.

•Computed tax liabilities and prepared Tax Returns for the Individuals, Partnership firms, Companies, Not-for-profit organizations, as per the provisions of The Indian Income Tax Act.

•Assisted in the process of certifications for ensuring the Compliance with the requirements of Loan covenants.

•Assisted in preparation of project reports and applications for obtaining approval for commercial borrowing/loans from the financial institutions.

Other Professional Affiliation:

•Member of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) Since 2007

•Member of Bombay Chartered Accountants Society Since 2007

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