Azalia Murali
Manama, Tubli, Bahrain, Express Entry Profile :,Express Entry Profile Number
Summary
ACCA member with over 10 years of experience in finance across retail, construction, and consultancy sectors. Skilled in driving efficiency and enhancing financial performance through strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration. Proven leader with a track record of improving financial processes and mentoring teams. Seeking a finance management role in a dynamic environment to apply expertise in operational efficiency and financial reporting.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
JALAL AL AALI AND SONS B.S.C. CLOSED
RIFFA, BAHRAIN
08.2022 - Current
- Executed account finalization processes aligned with IFRS requirements.
- Assess construction agreements and complete work-in-progress and retention timelines.
- Assessed team work for adherence to corporate and regulatory financial reporting requirements.
- Evaluated existing processes within the finance department, and identified areas for improvement.
- Directed a team of junior accountants, providing mentorship, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Analyzed complex financial data and generated meaningful reports for senior management.
- Examine primary and secondary ledgers, outstanding invoices, income allocation, asset depreciation, expenses, asset holdings, and insurance documentation.
- Develop financial reporting schedules for quarterly and annual reviews by management.
- Coordinated with external auditors to facilitate annual audits and improve financial processes.
- Reviewed and finalized the corporate VAT return filing monthly to ensure precision.
- Streamlined reconciliation processes, improving the accuracy and timeliness of financial data.
- Manages the deployment and maintenance of new accounting, timekeeping, payroll, inventory, property, and other related procedures and controls.
- Spearheaded the development of invoicing systems, resulting in increased billing efficiency.
- Build strong business interactions and communications with internal customers.
- Coordinated with other departments within the organization regarding budgeting matters.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Led the implementation of financial reporting schedules, enhancing quarterly and annual review processes.
- Negotiated favorable terms with financial institutions, optimizing the company's cash flow.
Chief Accountant
XO CENTRAL
09.2016 - 07.2022
- Completed accounts in compliance with IFRS.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends, variances, and discrepancies while providing corrective action plans when necessary.
- Prepared monthly account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of financial statements.
- Prepared and delivered accurate financial reports for group management reporting.
- Reviewed contracts for potential risks or liabilities related to taxation, or regulatory matters.
- Collaborated with external auditors to ensure compliance with control procedures.
- Ensured timely payment of taxes by preparing tax returns on a quarterly basis.
- Supervised the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable, receivable, and payroll processing.
- Entered and maintained accounting records to accurately show receipts and expenditures.
- Managed general and subsidiary ledgers, revenue distribution, and operating expenses across multiple accounts, logging depreciations and costs.
- Performed entity balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and resolution.
- Work with the Finance Team to ensure that the team delivers an efficient and transparent service to all stakeholders across the business by demonstrating accounting and business knowledge.
- Support the Financial Controller as required on reporting and ad hoc queries, including specific project assignments.
- Performed asset register calculations.
- Oversaw the full accounting cycle and prepared the applicable financial statements.
- Minimized internal accounting department backlogs by updating accounts, and generating reports.
- Managed and trained team members to enhance audit department performance and increase operational efficiency.
- Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets, and other transactions.
- Review the entry and maintenance of accounting records to show receipts and expenditures.
- Maintained compliance with account terms and conditions by consistently liaising with banks.
Chief Accountant
MURANO TRADING
Bahrain
09.2014 - 08.2016
- Ensured accurate account finalization, adhering to IFRS guidelines.
- Contributed to financial reporting processes as needed.
- Assisted Chief Financial Officer in preparing ad hoc financial exhibits and analyses.
- Prepared monthly account reconciliations to ensure the accuracy of financial statements.
- Oversaw reconciliations and intercompany accounting processes.
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing financial results on a monthly basis.
- Managed the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts in accordance with company policies.
- Maintained a fixed asset register, ensuring accurate depreciation calculation.
- Supervised the day-to-day operations of the accounting department, including accounts payable, receivable, and payroll processing.
- Managed general and subsidiary ledgers, revenue distribution, and operating expenses across multiple accounts, logging depreciations and costs.
- Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
- Oversaw the full accounting cycle and prepared the applicable financial statements.
- Developed a staff expense and reimbursement tracker to reduce user errors and increase reporting accuracy.
- Liaised with auditors to complete annual audits and maintain compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
- Executed adjustments, accruals, and journal entries, following financial standards and controls framework.
- Reconciled monthly payroll accounts to ensure accurate payments to employees.
- Maintained detailed records of all wage calculations and deductions.
- Implemented strategies to streamline inventory processes.
- Compiled monthly sales data and conducted cost analysis.
- Streamlined reconciliation processes to enhance efficiency.
Accountant
PETROMENA TRADING
Bahrain
09.2012 - 08.2014
- Compile the trial balance to facilitate account analysis.
- Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
- Monitored cash flows and prepared weekly cash projections.
- Coordinated with external auditors during the annual audit process by providing requested documents, and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
- Created journal entries accurately and in a timely manner for month-end close processes.
- Generated cash flow statements and balance sheets annually.
- Performed a detailed analysis of the Profit and Loss Account figures.
- Conducted a thorough bank reconciliation to ensure accurate financial records.
- Generated detailed reports on monthly financial activities for review by partners.
- Maintaining ongoing relationships with clients.
- Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles guidelines.
- Reviewed financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital.
- Posted financial data in Excel spreadsheets.
Education
ACCA - Accounting And Finance
Association of Certified Chartered Accountant
06-2017
Bachelor of Commerce -
Mahatma Gandhi University
04-2011
Completed 12th Grade -
Indian School of Bahrain
03-2008
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Strategic Financial Planning
- Financial Analysis
- Advanced Excel
- Stakeholder Communication
- Tally ERP 9
- MS- Office
- Time Management
Affiliations
Association of Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA), 05/08/20
Languages
- Malayalam
- English
- Hindi
Personal Information
- Passport Number: U0908281
- Date of Birth: 07/28/91
- Nationality: Indian
- Driving License: Valid
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Finance Manager
JALAL AL AALI AND SONS B.S.C. CLOSED
08.2022 - Current
Chief Accountant
XO CENTRAL
09.2016 - 07.2022
Chief Accountant
MURANO TRADING
09.2014 - 08.2016
Accountant
PETROMENA TRADING
09.2012 - 08.2014
ACCA - Accounting And Finance
Association of Certified Chartered Accountant
Bachelor of Commerce -
Mahatma Gandhi University
Completed 12th Grade -
Indian School of Bahrain