Santosh Das Email & Phone Number

Bengaluru, Ka, In

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

• Charged with business and credit audits to pinpoint opportunities for process improvement and boost business efficiency.• Spearheading team development initiatives to refine technical and professional competencies.• Conducting independent system reviews, internal control evaluations, and cost optimization.• Leading the planning, execution, and completion of internal audit engagements across different functional areas and business processes.• Identifying opportunities for process improvements and operational efficiencies based on audit findings and best practices.

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

● Led comprehensive internal audits across all departments, ensuring adherence to statutory regulations and the integrity of financial reporting, investments, and treasury functions● Conducted comprehensive audits of investment policies for surplus funds, ensuring full compliance with regulatory standards (RBI, SEBI, CCIL) and recommending enhancements to align with best practices● Assessed the effectiveness of investment strategies across various instruments (Government Securities, Treasury Bills, Corporate Bonds, Mutual Funds) to optimize returns and mitigate risks● Monitored daily investment activities in financial instruments (Certificates of Deposit, Commercial Paper, TREPS), ensuring adherence to policies and market regulations● Analyzed investment performance and reports providing actionable insights to enhance decision-making processes● Thoroughly reviewed the ALM report presented to the ALCO, analyzing actual performance against projections to identify discrepancies and recommend actionable improvements for enhanced financial alignment and strategic decision-making● Identified compliance gaps through audits and recommended corrective measures, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency and reduce risk exposure● Streamlined internal audit operations at the Head Office, enhancing compliance assessments as per RBI guidelines, Companies Act, Income Tax Act and GST Act as well as fortifying internal financial controls● Provided meticulous oversight of various functional audits, financial reconciliations, bank reconciliations and general ledger accounts, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial data

Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India

● Managed internal and statutory audit, account finalization, Income Tax & GST Compliance projects for a range of clients, ensuring adherence to accounting and audit standards as well as Income Tax Act and GST Law offering guidance to teams● Influenced business decisions through audit reports and outcomes● Developed comprehensive budgets and forecasts to ensure timely and accurate month-end reporting, forecasting, and budgeting of financials for clients and the business in alignment with corporate deadlines● Produced detailed financial reports, including project financing evaluations, assessing project feasibility, and assisting with loan applications● Analyzed financial variances such as revenues, cost of sales and expenses for different clients providing insights into the reasons for fluctuations and recommending action plans

Bhubaneshwar Area, India

● Successfully streamlined accounting processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting while adhering to stringent accounting standards and deadlines● Developed investment policies and guidelines for surplus funds in compliance with regulatory requirements● Developed and managed budgets and forecasts, ensuring timely financial reporting in line with corporate deadlines● Evaluated investment opportunities and manage investment portfolios to optimize returns while managing risks● Performed daily by investing in assets such as Govt. Securities, T-Bills, and Listed securities including MLDs● Analyzed actuals vs. budget, identifying key financial variances and providing actionable insights to improve performance● Supported capital expenditure forecasting and approval processes, contributing to effective investment planning● Monitored investment performance and provided regular reports to senior management and stakeholders.● Participated in monthly P&L and cash flow reviews with finance leadership, driving strategic financial decisions● Assigned with Liquidity management and other functions● Ensured strict adherence to income tax, GST, and TDS regulations, minimizing financial risks and maintaining regulatory compliance● Prepared detailed financial reports (CMA data) for loan agreements, effectively demonstrating financial health to banks and securing favorable credit terms

Bhadrak, Orissa, India

- Managed audit activities for Ferro Alloys Corporation Limited- Served as an Assistant Manager and Insolvency Resolution Professional for the client- Interacted with Ferro Alloys Corporation Limited to comprehend their financial situation and business operations- Prepared audit reports, financial statements, and relevant documentation in accordance with auditing standards- Supervised and collaborated with audit teams for the successful execution of the Insolvency Resolution Professional assignment

Bhubaneshwar Area, India

- Engaged in planning and executing statutory audits for compliance with laws and accounting standards- Contributed to internal audit engagements, assessing effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and operational procedures

- Team leader for Statutory Audits, Internal Audits, and Tax Audits for Central and State PSUs, as well as Private Limited Companies- Led Ledger Scrutiny and independent charge of Account Finalization for various private limited companies and NBFCs- Managed various TAX return filings and other Statutory Compliance activities

Education record

Pursuing CA-Final

Dipifr, International Financial Reporting Standards

Bachelor Of Laws (Llb), Legal, B

Bcom(H), Accountancy, A

Activities and Societies: Organizing Conferences of Commerce Department as well as of an Inter-state level seminar and participating.