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 Determine and formalize complex financial reporting structure consistent with U.S. GAAP standards.  Prepare consolidated financial statements, auditable workpapers and accounting memos to support a first-time audit in preparation for the company to go public.

New York, United States

Financial Reporting Prepare the quarterly (Form 10-Q) and annual (Form 10-K) SEC filings. Collaborate with cross functional teams to obtain relevant disclosure information for inclusion in the filings. Collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer and management team to prepare updates for the Audit Committee and Board of Directors. Presentations include quarterly and annual financial information (KPIs) and internal control assessments.  Prepare position papers on complex accounting transactions. Ensure accounting recommendations are in compliance with GAAP for all contracts and transactions.  Primary contact with auditors from a Big 4 Accounting Firm. Improved quality of workpapers leading to more efficient audits. Supported 13 annual audits.  Lead global accounting consolidation of multiple entities including complex equity method accounting ($5billion assets; $1 billion revenue). Confirm accuracy and reconciliation of financial statements from IFRS to US GAAP standards.  Implement in a timely manner new public financial reporting guidance and accounting standards issued by the SEC, FASB and other regulatory authorities. Automated and moved in-house the disclosure management platform. Improved accuracy, processing time and quality of reviews. Proficient in XBRL tagging and related rules; advanced skills using cloud-based SEC disclosure management platform.Accounting Oversaw accounting process for over 40 domestic and international entities ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. Provided guidance on complex transactions.  Ensured timely and accurate reporting of division financials to corporate headquarters for consolidation and external reporting. Developed financial models to test equity-based investments for other than temporary impairment.  Prepare financial forecast for goodwill impairment test.  Hired, managed and mentored accounting personnel.

New York, United States

New York, United States

New Jersey, United States

New Jersey, United States

New Jersey, United States

New Jersey, United States

Chandigarh, India

 Raised capital and established accounting/cost control functions for an integrated weaving and garmenting firm. Supervised audits and compilation of financial statements for several mid-size companies.  Conducted due diligence assignments to provide an independent opinion for lending institutions

Chandigarh, India

 Established accounting department for a new public company. Implemented critical functions including: day-to-day accounting, management reporting, financial statements, financial forecasts, business plans, budgeting and cost control. Tasked with setting up a new manufacturing entity for an existing conglomerate.o Raised $40 million from financial institutions and capital markets. o Managed capital equipment procurement from European countries.o Managed key aspects of establishing a viable and operating manufacturing plant.

Master Of Science - Ms, Taxation

Bachelor Of Commerce - Bcom, Accounting