Shaffi Bandasala

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Manager - Accounts, Tax and Audit @ Emirates Markets
Dubai, AE
Shaffi Bandasala's Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates
About Shaffi Bandasala

I bring over 20 years of extensive experience in financial management, reporting, and analysis within the fields of Manufacturing, Construction, Trading, Retail (FMCG), and Service Industries like Audit, Hospitality, HR and Recruitment. My career has equipped me with a deep understanding of Financial Management, Tax preparation, and the implementation of automated general ledger accounting systems. I hold advanced technical proficiency in ERP systems (VIBS, E-Promise), SAP, Sage, Tally Prime, Power BI, and MS Excel. With a strong educational background and a proven track record of ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and tax laws, I am adept at delivering strategic financial insights and optimizing processes. My expertise also includes effective leadership and collaboration with cross-functional teams, positioning me as a valuable asset to any organization seeking to enhance its financial operations and drive business growth.

Shaffi Bandasala's Current Company Details
Emirates Markets

Emirates Markets

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Manager - Accounts, Tax and Audit
Dubai, AE
Employees:
23
Shaffi Bandasala Work Experience Details
  • Emirates Markets
    Manager - Accounts, Tax And Audit
    Emirates Markets
    Dubai, Ae
  • Emirates Markets
    Manager - Accounts, Tax & Audit
    Emirates Markets Sep 2023 - Present
    Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
    ๐ˆ๐ง๐ฏ๐ž๐ง๐ญ๐จ๐ซ๐ฒ ๐Œ๐š๐ง๐š๐ ๐ž๐ฆ๐ž๐ง๐ญ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐๐ฎ๐ซ๐œ๐ก๐š๐ฌ๐ž ๐‚๐จ๐ง๐ญ๐ซ๐จ๐ฅ: Streamlined inventory management processes, ensuring efficient stock flow and reducing overstock situations by 15%. Implemented effective purchase control measures, leading to cost savings and improved supplier relations.๐€๐œ๐œ๐จ๐ฎ๐ง๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐’๐จ๐Ÿ๐ญ๐ฐ๐š๐ซ๐ž ๐‘๐ž๐ฌ๐ญ๐ซ๐ฎ๐œ๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ : Successfully restructured and redesigned the accounting software system, eliminating system bugs and enhancing overall operational efficiency. ๐…๐ข๐ง๐š๐ง๐œ๐ข๐š๐ฅ ๐Œ๐š๐ง๐š๐ ๐ž๐ฆ๐ž๐ง๐ญ ๐š๐ง๐ ๐‘๐ž๐ฉ๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ : Led the preparation of monthly financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards. Developed and implemented robust financial controls and reporting processes.๐๐ฎ๐๐ ๐ž๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐  ๐š๐ง๐ ๐…๐จ๐ซ๐ž๐œ๐š๐ฌ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ : Created detailed annual budgets and forecasts, tracking financial performance against these benchmarks, and providing insights for strategic planning.๐•๐ž๐ง๐๐จ๐ซ ๐‘๐ž๐ฅ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ: Managed relationships with key vendors, negotiating payment terms, resolving discrepancies, and ensuring timely payments to maintain strong business partnerships.๐๐š๐ฒ๐ซ๐จ๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐œ๐ž๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐ง๐ : Supervised the implementation of the HR module, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for over 250 employees.๐“๐š๐ฑ ๐‚๐จ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐ข๐š๐ง๐œ๐ž: Ensured compliance with UAE tax laws, including VAT returns and documentation, Corporate Tax Registration, minimizing the risk of penalties and fines.๐€๐ฎ๐๐ข๐ญ ๐๐ซ๐ž๐ฉ๐š๐ซ๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง: Coordinated with external auditors for the annual financial audit, addressing queries, and providing necessary documentation to ensure a smooth and successful audit process.๐…๐ข๐ง๐š๐ง๐œ๐ข๐š๐ฅ ๐€๐ง๐š๐ฅ๐ฒ๐ฌ๐ข๐ฌ: Conducted financial analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities, leading to a 10% reduction in operating expenses within the first quarter.Problem Resolution: Resolved discrepancies in financial records, including bank reconciliations and vendor
  • Vikashconsultancy
    Manager - Accounts, Finance & Talent Acquisition
    Vikashconsultancy Dec 2020 - Aug 2023
    Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
    โ€ข Preparation and Finalization of Financial Statementsโ€ข Managed payroll operations for team of employees.โ€ข Creation of Tax Invoice as per the CTC details received and follow up of Receivables on due datesโ€ข Leading a team of 8 recruiters, training, sourcing using Job portals like, LinkedIn, Naukri, Monster, etcโ€ข Reviewing profiles and interacting with the clients for further processโ€ข Arranging calls with client for the shortlisted candidates for interviewsโ€ข Helping the client in on-boarding candidates by collecting required credentialsโ€ข Preparing and Filing GSTR1 & GSTR3B on due datesโ€ข Reconciliation of GSTR2โ€ข Responsible to timely payment of Professional Tax, GST, TDS, Advance Taxโ€ข Preparing and presenting MIS Report on timely basis
  • Middle East Foundations Group
    Assistant Manager - Accounts & Audit
    Middle East Foundations Group Jun 2007 - Jul 2020
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Financial Reporting: Responsible for the accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, for both standalone and consolidated entities. Oversaw the accounting team in recording and reconciling financial transactions while ensuring compliance with GAAP and IFRS standards.Budgeting and Forecasting: Led the development of annual budgets in collaboration with department heads and senior management. Created financial forecasts based on historical data and market trends to guide financial planning and monitored actual performance against budgets and forecasts, explaining any variances.Cost Management: Implemented cost control measures aimed at optimizing expenses. Identified opportunities for cost reduction and analyzed cost structures and drivers to make informed financial decisions.Cash Flow Management: Monitored daily cash flows to ensure liquidity for operational needs. Forecasted cash flow requirements to manage working capital effectively, managed cash reserves, and invested short-term funds to maximize returns.Taxation: Overseen tax compliance, including the preparation and filing of tax returns. Collaborated with tax experts to optimize tax strategies and minimize liabilities while staying updated on changes in tax laws and regulations affecting the organization.Audit and Compliance: Coordinated both internal and external audits (Big 4) to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial records for the group of companies. Implemented and maintained internal controls to safeguard assets and address audit findings by implementing necessary corrective actions.Financial Risk Management: Identified and assessed financial risks, including currency, interest rate, and credit risks. Developed strategies for risk mitigation such as hedging and diversification and continuously monitored risk exposures to adjust strategies as needed.
  • Gulfsaf Group
    Senior Accountant
    Gulfsaf Group Dec 2003 - Mar 2007
    Al Khobar, Eastern, Saudi Arabia
    โ€ข Full control of all accounting/Inventory activities and ensure proper application of policies and procedures related to finance and accountingโ€ข Manages and distributes daily workload among the staffsโ€ข Leads a team work approach and be able to train, develop and appraise the accounting teamโ€ข Checking, posting, ensuring & reviews all vouchersโ€ข Ensure that records & transactions are being maintained in accordance with the international accounting standardsโ€ข Supervision of the team members& ensures they are carrying out all their tasks& responsibilities on a timely manner, manage doing effective Budgets and Cost Controllingโ€ข Preparation and presentation of MIS Reports to the managementโ€ข Preparation and Finalization of Financial Statementsโ€ข Create and post accrual entriesโ€ข Bank Reconciliation and Fund Managementโ€ข Directly delegating a team of four accounting staff to maintain up -to-date records of all transactions.

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Shaffi Bandasala's current role is Manager - Accounts, Tax and Audit.

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Shaffi Bandasala attended Institute Of Management Accountants (Ima), Vinayaka Missions Sikkim University, Mangalore University.

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