Santo Kolangara Anto
MBZ City/ Adu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Skilled financial professional with expertise in financial reporting, cash flow projections, and VAT return preparation. Proficient in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll processing, with strong numerical aptitude. Experienced in utilizing Sage 50 and various ERP systems for accurate bookkeeping and compliance. Focused on enhancing financial management practices and contributing to organizational success through effective document control and material requirement planning.
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
14
14
years of professional experience
Work history
Accountant/ Office Manager/ Purchase Officer
Raymond International Co LLC
Abu Dhabi/ Musaffah, United Arab Emirates
2015.12 - Current
- Reviewed and reconciled ledgers to maintain the integrity of financial data.
- Devised strategies for risk management, minimizing potential losses.
- Prepared monthly and yearly balance sheets, ensuring accuracy.
- Efficiently managed payroll processing tasks, avoiding errors.
- Organized staff holiday schedules without disrupting workflow continuity.
- Managed supplier relationships to secure best pricing and service delivery.
- Improved office efficiency by streamlining administrative procedures.
- Handled incoming correspondence, resulting in timely responses and decision-making.
- Ensured smooth day-to-day operations with diligent oversight of office tasks.
- Tracked inventory levels of office supplies, preventing stock shortages.
- Collaborated with the finance team to manage budgets effectively whilst making key purchasing decisions.
- Aligned purchasing strategies with company goals to support business growth.
- Conducted market research to identify potential new vendors and products.
- Cultivated positive relationships with suppliers for better pricing and terms of service.
- Managed purchase orders, ensuring timely delivery and quality control.
Accountant
FCA Devassy & Associates Chartered Accountants
Thrissur/ Chalakudy, India
2012.10 - 2015.10
- Assisted in preparation and submission of VAT returns to prevent penalties.
- Utilised accounting software effectively to simplify calculations and reporting needs.
- Conducted audits regularly to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Executed credit checks on potential clients to reduce risk of bad debts.
- Maintained financial records by entering and updating data accurately.
- Generated financial reports promptly using bookkeeping software.
Accountant
Accountant's Service Society
Thrissur/ Irinjalakuda, India
2012.04 - 2012.09
- Managed client accounts to facilitate timely payments.
- Supported accuracy of financial data through comprehensive checks and balances.
- Assisted senior accountant with preparations for audits.
- Conducted regular bank reconciliations to uphold accurate records.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Financial Management
Jaipur National University
Jaipur/ India 2019.07 - 2021.06
Bachelor of Arts - Banking And Insurance
University of Calicut
Thrissur/ India 2009.06 - 2012.04
Skills
- Balance sheet management
- Cash flow analysis
- Sales ledger administration
- VAT return filing
- Numerical proficiency
- ERP system usage
- Accounts payable management
- Cash book reconciliation
- Accounts receivable oversight
- Financial reporting
- Tax compliance
- Fixed asset tracking
- Sage 50 proficiency
- Ethical standards adherence
- Order processing
- Strategic planning
- Decision-making capabilities
- Material requirements planning
- Document control management
- Bookkeeping software proficiency
- Employment law knowledge
- Payroll administration
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Intermediate
Malayalam
Native
Timeline
Master of Business Administration - Financial Management
Jaipur National University
2019.07 - 2021.06
Accountant/ Office Manager/ Purchase Officer
Raymond International Co LLC
2015.12 - Current
Accountant
FCA Devassy & Associates Chartered Accountants
2012.10 - 2015.10
Accountant
Accountant's Service Society
2012.04 - 2012.09
Bachelor of Arts - Banking And Insurance
University of Calicut
2009.06 - 2012.04