Thomas Rajan
India
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finance Manager
AfriChem Rwanda Ltd
Kigali, Rwanda
11.2019 - Current
- Developed and managed financial plans for a variety of investments.
- Prepared financial documents such as budgets, forecasts and reports.
- Reviewed and analyzed budget variances to ensure accuracy of financial information.
- Monitored cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity.
- Conducted risk management assessments and created strategies to minimize potential risks.
- Assisted in the development of internal controls to protect company assets.
- Analyzed complex financial data and generated meaningful reports for senior management.
- Provided guidance on accounting issues related to new business initiatives.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through process improvements and automation initiatives.
- Created monthly performance metrics that tracked key performance indicators.
- Performed due diligence activities prior to making strategic investments or acquisitions.
- Evaluated existing processes within the finance department and identified areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
- Established relationships with banking partners to secure favorable terms on financing arrangements.
- Developed forecasting models utilizing historical data trends to predict future revenues and expenses.
- Managed payroll processing activities for multiple entities including tax filings.
- Advised executive leadership on capital allocation decisions based on market conditions.
- Maintained accounts payable and receivable records ensuring timely payments are made.
- Coordinated with other departments within the organization regarding budgeting matters.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors in order to obtain competitive pricing structures.
- Analyzed financial data to determine efficient use of resources.
- Calculated and prepared checks for utilities, taxes and other payments.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
- Developed or analyzed information to assess current or future financial status of firms.
- Communicated with stockholders or other investors to provide information or raise capital.
Accounts Manager
Universal Manufacture Rwanda Ltd
Kigali, Rwanda
08.2014 - 10.2019
- Developed and implemented financial policies and procedures to ensure accurate accounting records.
- Reviewed and approved monthly journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends, variances, discrepancies, or opportunities for improvement.
- Identified cost savings through process improvement initiatives.
- Prepared annual budgets and monitored actual performance against budget goals.
- Monitored compliance with government regulations regarding taxes, insurance coverage.
- Provided guidance on accounting issues related to revenue recognition and other complex transactions.
- Conducted research on financial reporting guidelines as needed.
- Assisted in preparation of various tax documents including income tax returns and sales and use tax returns.
- Developed reports that provided key insights into the company's financial performance.
- Supervised junior staff in daily accounting operations.
- Managed relationships with banks and other third parties involved in finance matters.
- Prepared P&L reports and financial statements for review by management.
- Supervised accounting team of [Number] employees.
- Renewed existing accounts by cementing trusting relationships with customers.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with customers and internal partners.
- Developed successful customer relationships and quickly resolved service requests to increase sales.
- Sourced new opportunities to introduce products and services to potential customers.
- Negotiated contracts and closed agreements to maximize profits.
- De-escalated customer interactions by providing alternative tactics to solving problems and satisfying customer needs.
- Collaborated with sales team to collectively drive growth and market share.
- Collaborated directly with marketing team to refocus client outreach, increasing qualified inbound account leads.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records.
Accounts Officer
MFI Document Solution
Kampala, Uganda
05.2013 - 05.2014
- Reviewed and reconciled accounts payable and receivable records.
- Monitored changes in legislation related to taxation.
- Resolved payment discrepancies with vendors and suppliers.
- Maintained accurate record keeping of all financial transactions.
- Developed internal control policies to improve accuracy of financial information.
- Conducted audits of expense claims and other documents as required.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends or issues requiring attention.
- Evaluated existing processes for efficiency improvements.
- Managed accounts receivable functions including billing, collections, customer inquiries.
- Advised clients on appropriate tax deductions based on their individual circumstances.
- Handled accounts payable and receivable operations for business with $[Amount] in yearly revenue.
- Supervised accounting team of employees.
- Mitigated corporate risk by identifying process inefficiencies and errors.
- Optimized employee satisfaction and productivity by developing employee incentive programs.
- Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
- Reconciled computer reports with manually maintained ledgers.
- Matched orders with invoices and recorded required information.
- Calculated and produced checks for utilities, taxes and other operational payments.
- Checked postings and documents for correctness, accuracy and proper coding.
- Accessed financial information to answer questions and gather details about specific accounts.
- Completed and submitted tax forms and returns, workers' comp forms and pension contribution documentation.
- Implemented program to create daily spreadsheets and streamline financial reporting.
- Monitored loans and accounts payable to confirm payments are current.
- Compiled current budget data from estimated revenues, expenses and prior budgets.
- Deposited vendor payments and adjusted accounts to reflect changing balances.
- Managed payroll processing and changes for employees.
Marketing Manager
Max Technologies
Thiruvanthapuram
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Developed and implemented marketing plans for new products.
- Analyzed market trends to identify potential opportunities for growth.
- Conducted customer research to gain insights into consumer behavior.
- Monitored competitors' activities to keep up with industry trends.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of marketing campaigns using analytics tools.
- Generated ideas to increase sales through creative promotions.
- Maintained relationships with key customers through regular communication.
- Built relationships with influencers in the industry for increased visibility.
- Managed creation of marketing materials, collateral and sales support tools.
- Prepared and sent proposals to prospective clients.
- Formulated and launched marketing and promotional campaigns to maximize profits.
- Developed and owned strategic narrative on key initiatives to drive category demand.
- Delivered compelling sales presentations to demonstrate expert product knowledge.
- Evaluated and reported on campaign performance to relevant stakeholders and leadership across organization.
- Planned advertising campaigns for online, print and other mediums.
- Developed marketing strategies based on corporate objectives and market trends.
- Planned and facilitated meetings to share marketing plans and explain future business goals.
- Delivered marketing strategy updates to upper-level management.
- Negotiated with vendors to obtain most cost-effective pricing for product distribution.
- Evaluated marketing personnel and offered constructive feedback on ways to improve.
Education
Certified International Accounts Book Keeping (IAB) - • Certified International Accounts Book Keeping (I
G -Tec
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India01-2013
BBA - Accounting And Finance
Chaudhari Charan Sigh University
Meerut, Punjab, India12-2011
Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Financial Management
- Performance Analysis
- Business Forecasting
- Continuous Improvement
- Financial Modeling
- Budget Forecasting
- Performance Reviews
- Cash Flow Management
- Customer relationship development
- Financial Analysis
- Customer Satisfaction
- Staff Training
- Credit analysis
- Sustainable business models
- Workflow Coordination
Languages
Malayalam
First Language
English
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Tamil
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Affiliations
- Professional and industry-specific clubs. ...
- Freelance projects. ...
- Volunteer Work. ...
- Sports teams or athletics. ...
- Event Organization. ...
- Language clubs or cultural organizations. ...
- Certification courses or workshops. ...
- Public speaking or debate clubs.
Certification
- Certified International Accounts Book Keeping (IAB)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Finance Manager
AfriChem Rwanda Ltd
11.2019 - Current
Accounts Manager
Universal Manufacture Rwanda Ltd
08.2014 - 10.2019
Accounts Officer
MFI Document Solution
05.2013 - 05.2014
Marketing Manager
Max Technologies
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Certified International Accounts Book Keeping (IAB)
Certified International Accounts Book Keeping (IAB) - • Certified International Accounts Book Keeping (I
G -Tec
BBA - Accounting And Finance
Chaudhari Charan Sigh University