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Svadhyaya's Learning SpaceFounder

Oct. 2022Bengaluru South, Karnataka, IndiaSvadhyaya is a space that gives importance to the journey and joy of learning than the result itself. If this sounds like the space that resonates with you, then get in touch with us to explore further. Our programs cover Art, Music & Movement as they are most effective means for children & adults to discover and develop their creative and learning skills. The process of working with this natural materials in a natural, open ended and free environment promotes self learning, joy of learning, sensory development, fine motor skills, self esteem, self expression, problem solving skills, leadership skills, discipline, broadened perspectives and a sense of acceptance. In addition, art, music & movement have a well documented therapeutic quality that settles and calms children and adults.

The Valley School, KFIAccounts Teacher ISC

Feb. 2022 - Mar. 2023Worked with young adults to prepare them for the ISC board exams and life after through project and case study based learning.

SvadhyayaFounder

Mar. 2021Bengaluru, Karnataka, IndiaAs a Certified PCC Level Coach from the ICF (International Coaching Federation), with over 500 hours of Coaching experience the main focus of my work is on positive psychology, spiritual growth, self-reflection, understanding values, questioning belief systems, unlearning, unconditioning, acceptance and mindfulness.

BM Manjunath & AssociatesChartered Accountant

Jun. 2017 - Apr. 2019Bangalore• Worked on multiple GST Implementation, Internal Audit, Statutory Audit, Tax Audit, Due Diligence and Tax Litigation Assignments • Proferred opinions on Direct and Indirect Taxes including preparation of detailed submissions for representation at the assessment and appellate authorities • Worked on Transfer Pricing Studies for foreign subsidiaries in the software development and ITeS sectors • Designed processes, developing SOPs, assisted in implementation of processes at the client site, ensured compliance with IFC • Worked on financial statements prepared under Indian GAAP, that have required to be converted to IFRS to comply with the relevant statutes • Worked with clients to provide pricing solutions, viable financial projections and valuations at the time of start-up and/ or expansion • Delivered sessions on GST for persons from various industries under Government of India initiatives

TapzoFinance Manager

Nov. 2015 - May. 2017BangaloreFinance • Revenue: a. Established processes for Revenue Recognition and Accounting for Onedirect (B2B) and Tapzo (B2C) b. Developed and implemented reconciliation methods for revenue recognition and settlement with various Partners c. Finalising accounting for each Partner based on the flow of the transactions and agreements d. Analysis of Tax Impacts on each of the Partner arrangements • Payables and Other Functions a. Established processes for recognizing expenditure, payroll, fixed assets, ledger reviews b. Coordinated with other Departments to ensure adherence to Finance Processes such as the Vendor Registration, Purchase Requisition, Purchase Order, Invoice Submission and Payment Processing c. Finalising accounting for the expenditures based on cost centres d. Ensuring statutory compliance in terms of accounting, remittance and filing taxes e. Overseeing foreign remittances Reporting • Created and implemented formats for various daily, weekly and monthly reports based on the audience (i.e. Management, Investors, Internal Departments) • Managed Financial Reporting, Planning and Budgeting, Management Information Reporting and Variance Analysis Partnerships for Tapzo (B2C) • Established processes for coordinating with the Product Team to understand the necessary requirements for pursuing new and existing Partnerships • Negotiated and finalised multiple Partnerships with beneficial terms and copromotion budgets Legal • Vetted agreements for various partnerships and business arrangements entered into for Tapzo and Onedirect Other Projects • Restored accounts and underlying documentation (Period 1 Apr 15 to 31 Oct 15) including Fixed Asset Register, Payroll Reconciliations, Recurring Expenditure Schedule and other schedules as required • Established processes in line with the ICFR for the Finance and Accounts function • Coached and mentored the team on accounting methods and processes • Coordinated with the Auditors for timely completion of year end Audits

KPMG Global Services (KGS)Chartered Accountant

Jan. 2013 - Nov. 2015Bengaluru Area, IndiaSenior – Department Extension Team January 2015 to August 2015 • Seconded to KPMG LLP, Leeds - In-Charge Audit Clients onsite • Areas of Work: 1. Planning and Execution of an Audit a. Gain an understanding of the Client and the nature of work that needs to be done before arriving onsite b. Developing and maintaining client relationship c. Plan the procedures for testing ICFRs and Financial Statements based on the Client’s business, transactions during the period and balances at the end of the period d. Allocate appropriate level and quantity of work to the Associate booked on the job 2. Audit Procedures a. Trading Reviews: Mainly involved analysing the movement of Income Statement and Balance Sheet items since the prior year b. Going Concern Reviews: Analysing the current and post year end performance of the entity to understand if it can continue as a going concern c. Audit of Stock, Trade Receivables, Trade Payables, Fixed Assets, Intangible Assets including impairment reviews d. Audit of industry specific accounting requirements like Carbon Accounting and Diversions Tax January 2013 to December 2014 & September 2015 to November 2015 • Worked as an offshore In-charge on UK Audit Clients as a pilot project. This involved audit and documentation of audit procedures in accordance with the KPMG Audit Methodology. • Coached and mentored a team of eight Associates assigned to a Department in various work types received by them and communication with the Onshore. • Communication with the Onshore regarding the team members’ bookings and utilisation through monthly calls and weekly updates. Senior – Learning and Development Team August 2013 to November 2015 • Trained new and experienced Associates in Audit Foundation courses and Writing Effective Emails • Developed and delivered a business specific excel training for Year 1 Associates Senior - Other Responsibilities • Successfully planned and executed multiple day events and off-sites within the budgets allocated

Rangaraj and AssociatesChartered Accountant

Jan. 2012 - Dec. 2012• Due Diligence: Conducted due diligence of a real estate development company. Verified titles and ownership documents. Conducted due diligence of a multi – specialty hospital for acquisition. Ensured overall data consolidation and reporting. • Proffered Opinions Under The Sick Industrial Companies Act: Drafted opinions on applicability of the Sick Industrial Companies Act. • Term Sheets and Teaser Documents: Drafted a teaser document and term sheet for thermal power project for fund raising from potential investors. • Internal Audit: Planned, executed and reported on an internal audit of an NGO working in the area of information and communication technologies for a social change. • Statutory Audit and Tax Audit: Lead the Statutory and Tax Audit Team for a company engaged in developing wind and hydro power projects. Planned, executed monitored the progress of work done by the Audit Team, and submitted audit reports.

RCE & CoIntern

Aug. 2007 - Aug. 2010• Consolidation and Finalization of Accounts and preparation of schedules: Assisted the Audit Team in the finalization of accounts and prepared schedules for various companies. • Assisted Statutory and Internal Audit Teams in areas like Fixed Assets, Statutory Compliance, Income, Expenses, Calculation of Foreign Exchange gain/loss. • Planned, executed and reported on Statutory Audits and Tax Audits; • Assisted a Bank Audit Team in verification of loans advanced and locker rent income received. • Verified compliance with KYC Norms for account opening and advancing loans; physical cash verification as a part of the Concurrent Audit Team for a Nationalised Bank.