Contact
************@*****.***
www.linkedin.com/in/damodaransreejith
Certificates
Certified Management Accountant (2021) ICMA Australia.
Advance Diploma in International Anti- Money Laundering (2018) ICA, UK.
Education
MBA (Finance) Jaipur National University, India
Bachelor of Commerce
( Calicut University, India)
Languages
English
Hindi
Malayalam
Tamil
Summary
Dedicated, passionate and cross-functional FINANCE & BUSINESS professional with 15 + years of on hand experience in financial management and company development. Combine expert visionary, strategic and tactical financial expertise with strong knowledge in all the areas of accounting that produce bottom-line results and financial strength. Instrumental in achieving cost reduction and revenue/profit improvements through re-engineering, team building and leadership expertise
Highlights of Expertise
Finance & Budget forecasting
Team Management
Business Development
Cost control
Monthly reconciliation
Internal audit
Contract development & Negotiations
Recruiting & Staffing intiatives
International Business
Financial statement Analysis
Strategic Business planning
Career Experience
UNIMONI (Global Financial Services), Rwanda
Associate Manager/Head of Business Development & Finance – June 2018- Present
a)Develop & Implement new marketing and sales plans and manage financial services working with diversified clients.
b)Manages team delivery, month-end- reporting including financial results, Managing Director reports and executive presentations.
c)Oversee and guide accounts department during both internal and external audits.
d)Work closely with National Bank to ensure the company activities comply with the regulations.
e)Efficiently prepare budget and manage projects to achieve company goals.
f)Provide indispensable services partnering with senior management on strategic planning for business development and financial function.
g)Develop a rapport with new clients and provide support that will continually improve their relationship with the company.
Head of Finance & Operations –October 2010- June 2018
a)Successfully lead the Accounts & Operations departments from the launching of the Company’s 1st branch in the country through 8 years to establish 5 branches.
b)Managed all financial operations within the company including monthly financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
c)Handled taxation affairs, internal and external audits liaising with regional finance controller for the approval and submission of the reports.
Sreejith
Damodaran
UNIMONI (Global Financial Services), UGANDA
Chief Accountant – September 2009- September 2010
a)Handled full spectrum of Financial and Cost accounting like budgeting, forecasting etc.
b)Responsibly submitted monthly consolidated financial statements, payments, cash-flow management reports on time to HQ in UAE.
c)Supported CFO in ensuring that intercompany cost allocations are in line with management agreements National Bank of Uganda.
d)Efficiently handled day to day finance, accounts operations and internal controls.
Achievement:
Promoted as Head of Accounts & Operations for Rwanda operations launching.
House of Eden, UGANDA
Chief Accountant – January 2008-August 2009.
a)Performed month-end accounting activities such as reconciliations and journal entries.
a)Coordinate with finance team to complete assigned accounting tasks within deadlines.
b)Assist in auditing activities by providing necessary information and preparing requested documentations.
Mega Industries, UGANDA
Accountant- December 2006-December 2007
a)Handled up to date records of all financial activities
b)All cash and cheque transactions
c)Timely month end reporting and assisted during auditng.
Tax Matters (India) Junior Officer - January 2006 to November 2006
a)Collaborated with senior auditors to facilitate the auditing of company accounts
b)Maintained financial transaction records
IRIS INFOTECH (India) Assistant Accountant – January 2005 to December 2005
a)Managing the staff salaries and payroll
b)Securing the funds to cover mortgage payments and other credit commitments
c)Administration and financial transaction records .