Pratik (S) Soni
Senior Accounting and Financial Analyst
Experience
May 2020 - Present
5 years 9 monthsUnited Arab Emirates
Senior Accounting and Financial Analyst
Principles Accounting LLC
- Planned and executed audits, ensuring compliance with IFRS, GAAP, and regulatory standards.
- Assessed internal controls and provided actionable recommendations for process improvements.
- Supervised audit teams, reviewed work, and provided training and mentorship.
- Prepared detailed audit reports, presenting findings and recommendations to clients.
- Maintained client relationships, addressing queries and providing insights during engagements.
- Identified opportunities for additional services, contributing to business development efforts.
- Spearheaded audits for high-profile clients, delivering projects within tight deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
- Improved audit efficiency by introducing data analytics and audit trail, reducing completion time by 18%.
- Trained and mentored junior staff, enhancing the team’s technical expertise and professional skills.
Apr 2018 - Apr 2020
2 years 1 monthUnited Arab Emirates
Financial and Accounting Analyst
Principles Accounting LLC
- Maintained accurate ledgers and journals.
- Managed cash, petty cash, and their reconciliation.
- Performed daily bank reconciliations.
- Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable, including timely collection and payment processing.
- Verified invoices and bills for accuracy as per accounting standards and VAT compliance.
- Prepared VAT returns and Economic Substance Regulations reports for submission to the Ministry of Finance.
- Ensured accuracy and compliance with financial records.
- Prepared accurate financial statements and reports.
- Reduced discrepancies in ledgers by 15% through accurate record-keeping.
- Streamlined cash and bank reconciliation processes, saving 10 days per month.
- Optimized accounts payable/receivable, improving collection time by 20%.
- Achieved 100% VAT compliance, ensuring accurate invoicing and timely submissions.
- Delivered accurate financial statements and VAT returns, supporting audit success.
Jan 2016 - Feb 2018
2 years 2 monthsIndia
Invoicing and Logistics Executive
E-trunk Ventures
- Prepared and managed invoices for timely billing.
- Coordinated logistics and shipping schedules to ensure efficient delivery.
- Resolved customer inquiries and issues related to billing, logistics, and products.
- Monitored inventory levels to prevent shortages and overstocking.
- Managed stock levels and streamlined logistics for efficient inventory management.
Jun 2014 - Dec 2016
2 years 7 monthsIndia
Tele Executive
Cobalt Experiential Marketing
- Reached out to potential leads and ran telemarketing campaigns to promote products or services.
- Evaluated leads, interacted with customers, and provided information to boost interest and sales.
- Presented products, handled customer questions, and aimed for sales or follow-ups.
Skills
Financial Modeling
Analysis & Reporting
Tax Compliance
Account Reconciliation
Forecasting & Budgeting
Proficient In Sap Business One & Cloud Platform, Odoo, Quickbooks, Tally Prime 9, Zoho Books, Visual Dolphin, I-campus, And Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint.
Reading: Passionate About Finance, Economics, And Personal Development.
Investing: Keen Interest In Market Trends And Investment Strategies.
Technology: Enthusiastic About Ai And Emerging Technologies.
Exploring New Places: Enjoy Discovering New Destinations And Cultures.
Languages
Arabic
AdvancedEnglish
AdvancedEducation
JBIMS - University of Mumbai
Bachelors in management studies, Major in Accounting and Finance · Management Studies · Mumbai, India · 65%
Vidya Ratra Shala High School
Class XII (H.S.C) · India · 59%
Don Bosco High School
Class X (S.S.C) · India · 47%
Certifications & licenses
Certification In Financial Modeling & Forecasting Financial Statements
National Association Of State Boards Of Accountancy (NASBA)
Professional Certification In Corporate Finance Foundations (CFI)
National Association Of State Boards Of Accountancy (NASBA)
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