SHEMA SUSAN MATHEW
Accountant
Abu Dhabi - UAE
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EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree in Commerce
Fatima Matha National College-
Kerala University-2011
Masters of Business Administration
- Finance
Sikkim Manipal University-2017
EXPERIENCE
Acacia Advanced Medical Center Abu Dhabi
December 2020 – March 2023
Accountant
1.Financial Record Keeping and Reporting
• Verified, allocated, and posted journal entries accurately.
• Ensured balanced accounts receivables and payables.
• Prepared precise monthly financial statements, including P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.
2.Month-end and Year-end Closing
• Supported month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Assisted in developing budget plans.
3. Bookkeeping and Bank Reconciliation
• Efficiently utilized accounting software for streamlined bookkeeping and bank reconciliations
4.Audit and Compliance
• Partnered with auditors for yearly financial audits and Tasneef audit.
• Prepared quarterly VAT tax returns and conducted in-depth reviews with auditors to maintain compliance.
5.Supplier Relationship and Accounts Payable Management
• Streamlined supplier payment process, reducing reconciliation time while ensuring precise supplier account balances.
• Supervised the reconciliation of credit card payments and managed petty cash transactions.
• Maintained comprehensive records for cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
6.Accounts Receivable and Payment Follow up
• Efficiently reconciled accounts receivables and proactively managed payment follow-ups to optimize cash flow.
7.Payroll and Employee Documentation
• Prepared and processed monthly payroll documentation (WPS) for accurate and timely disbursement.
• Produced transparent share commission reports and managed the calculation of overtime, holiday, and leave payments. 8.Additional Responsibilities
• Demonstrated adaptability in handling
additional accounting tasks as assigned by the
Finance manager and management.
KEY SKILLS
PROFESSIONAL
- Financial Reporting
- Auditing
- Tax Compliance
- Budgeting
- Financial Analysis
- Accounting Software
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
- Team Collaboration
- Strong Analytical Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Time Management
TECHNICAL
Proficient in accounting software
(QuickBooks, Tally)
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft
Excel.
Familiarity with financial reporting
and analysis tools
CERTIFICATION
Diploma In Indian and Foreign Accounting
(DIFA) -2011
International Association of Book
keepers (IAB)
ADDITIONAL
INFORMATION
DRIVING LICENSE : UAE
NATIONALITY : INDIAN
VISA STATUS : SPONSORED
LANGUAGES
ENGLISH
HINDI
TAMIL
MALAYALAM
Top Care Medical Center & Pharmacies Abu Dhabi
January 2016 - December 2020
Accountant – Insurance Finance officer
• Managed financial operations, including cash flow management, cash sales reporting, and bank deposit handling.
• Efficiently administered payroll by preparing monthly timesheets, calculating overtime, incentives, and pay slips, ensuring accuracy.
• Ensured precise payroll processing through the Wage Protection System
(WPS) for compliance and accuracy.
• Handled financial reconciliation tasks, encompassing bank accounts, debtor and creditor records, and stock balances.
• Maintained and supervised bank accounts while effectively managing petty cash claims.
• Maintained accurate financial records through the posting and processing of journal entries.
• Managed accounts receivable, actively tracking payments, and promptly reporting any delays to superiors.
• Oversaw accounts payable, liaising with suppliers, reconciling accounts, and preparing checks.
• Contributed to the creation of financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, aligning with company accounting guidelines.
• Performed day-to-day administrative duties, including filing, insurance checks, and report generation.
• Monitored insurance remittances and meticulously maintained subsidiary ledgers for multiple insurance companies.
• Verified purchase requisitions, issued purchase orders at agreed prices, and compiled comprehensive monthly purchase reports.
• Conducted thorough reconciliations of payments received from insurance companies with ledger records.
• Provided valuable support for coordination efforts, including the creation of rejection statements and proactive follow-up on outstanding payments.
• Produced and distributed Management Information System (MIS) reports to the management team for informed decision-making.
Assistant – Accounts & Admin at Advanced Care Group Dubai March 2013 - December 2015
Effectively managed various financial and administrative tasks. This encompassed tasks such as cash collection, maintaining staff attendance records, and overseeing procurement processes, including purchase orders and invoice payments. Maintained accounting records, efficiently handled day-to-day administrative duties, and actively contributed to team objectives. Managed HR-related responsibilities, including employee data management, leave administration, and assistance with immigration and labor card procedures. Conducted telephonic interviews and skillfully scheduled interviews as part of the recruitment process.
Accounts Assistant at Audit Firm India
January 2012 – February 2013
Process Associate at Genpact India
May 2011 - December 2011