Kimaya Odrani

Analytical, organized, result-driven financial accountant with 8+ years of proven experience in gathering and monitoring financial data, preparing monthly and annual statements using advanced Excel functions, researching and reporting accounting discrepancies, analyzing financial trends, organizing internal audits and performing year-end close processes, across a wide range of industries. Aalborg University graduate with a Cand. Merc/MSc. in International Business Economics. Reputation for investigating and improving financial process efficiency and meeting performance objectives. Exceptional collaborator with diverse, cross-functional teams and company stakeholders to drive organizational excellence whilst proficiently establishing a sustainable way of working. Adept at working with both details and the big picture along with finding solutions that can boost company's bottom-line performance.

 

INTERNSHIP

Agri Nord – Aalborg, Denmark                                                                                                                               09/2020-01/2021
International Recruitment Intern; Reported to – Team leader HR & Recruitment

• Conducted in-depth market research and analysis while leading an internationalization project to assist Agri Nord recruit students from India who were enrolled full-time in top Agricultural/Veterinary universities to take up a one-year paid internship on cow/pig farms in Denmark.
• Networked and brainstormed with key stakeholders in both countries in order to bridge the innovation gap between academia and industry and create sustainable partnerships that are mutually beneficial to both, the companies in Denmark and students from India.
• Designed and developed a standard CV template to capture all relevant information from job applicants on Agri Nord's website and a tailor-made internship proposal for future Indian students while updating company job descriptions to reflect changing roles.
• Effectively utilized key social media platforms in order to increase brand awareness, website traffic, and improve global visibility; as well as support the company’s growth and expansion into international markets.
• Explored the possibility of signing MOUs (Memorandum of Understanding) between universities in both countries in order to boost student exchange and mobility in the future and deepen Indo-Danish cooperation by arranging and attending multiple webinars.
• Critically reviewed current recruitment policies of the company and developed proposals for areas of improvement and new initiatives.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Heracles Packaging (Family Business) – Mumbai, India                                                                          07/2017-06/2019

Financial Consultant cum Advisor

• Investigated deficiencies in current business practices; provided consultative support and expertise in implementing re-engineering techniques to improve process/business performance and product quality leading to a modern digitized production unit.
• Managed account reconciliations, handling accounts payable, accounts receivable and day-to-day operations along with financial decision-making with 100% accuracy. 
• Coordinated with company accountant with regard to return filing, financial reporting, tax affairs, and audits.
• Brainstorm strategies in order to define and accomplish short-term and long-term goals while also identifying opportunities to expand product lines and find new markets or shift course in order to take the higher ground of changes in the market.

Sanad AD – Abu Dhabi, UAE                                                                                                                                        05/2016-01/2017

Financial Accountant; Reported to – Chief Financial Officer

• Managed accounting functions including A/P, A/R, and petty cash transactions ensuring the integrity and accuracy of internal controls for 3 different entities.
• Reconciled processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances. 
• Prepared schedules for financial statements and worked towards other aspects of finance such as preparing checks, reviewing contracts, invoices, payment discrepancies and documentation, issuing stop-payments or purchase order amendments, reconciliations, etc.
• Substantially increased revenue for the business by handling late accounts effectively; securing DHS 2.5M in past-due accounts.

Technip S.A – Abu Dhabi, UAE                                                                                                                                  06/2014-09/2015

Accountant; Reported to – Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Accounting Manager

• Analyzed and compiled MIS reports to deputy CFO and internal stakeholders on a bi-weekly/monthly basis while supporting all areas of responsibility within a 2 person accounts receivable team. 
• Prepared A, B, C Schedules (BS, P&L, Accruals/Forecasts) for 25 inter-companies and 30 external companies on a quarterly basis and reconciled them with their counterparts with 100% accuracy.
• Reconciled subsidiary ledger to general ledger, accrual vs actual revenue monitoring and cost vs revenue monitoring on projects, and reporting on variances.
• Collaborated & assisted cost-controlling engineers, project management team with accruals and forecast booking by providing accurate information.
• Compiled financial data for audits, saving at least 20 hours of manual data collection monthly.
• Trained and mentored 1 new intern, ensuring they maintain fastidious attention to detail.      
  
   

Khidmah LLC – Abu Dhabi, UAE                                                                                                                          12/2013-06/2014                                                                         

Khadamati Accountant (Receivables); Reported to – Khadamati Supervisor 

• Generated revenue for the khadamati department by ensuring clients were properly billed for services and that correct amounts were collected in a timely manner, decreased aging A/R, verified and recorded transactions, investigated and resolved any irregularities or inquiries, and performed other tasks to secure client payments. 
• Maintained general ledger accounts by reconciling accounts receivable detail and control accounts; adjusted entries for amortization prepaid; while also verifying that transactions complied with financial policies and procedures. 
• Prepared monthly statements and reports by collecting data; analyzing and investigating variances; summarizing current financial status, information, and trends. 
• Proactively identified potential issues with the accounting processes, established systems of internal controls, and continuously optimized these processes to improve the efficiency of year-end closing by 10-20%.

Maersk Line India Pvt. Ltd – Mumbai, India                                                                                                     08/2011-03/2013

Accounts Receivables Analyst; Reported to – Finance Manager

• Analyzed and performed all accounts receivable duties, including proper application of check, NEFT & RTGS transactions. Owned all daily cash receipts processing and reconciliations with 100% accuracy. 
• Actively worked towards improving DSO (Days Sales Outstanding), DOO (Days Overdue Outstanding), and detention at acceptable levels by establishing and enforcing an appropriate collection policy.
• Liaised with sales, customer service/dispute handling teams regarding disputed invoices, resolving discrepancies at least 30% faster while ensuring no bank reconciliation and on-account items > 7 days.
• Maintained file system for unmatched invoices, missing information, unpaid invoices, partial payments, overpayments, and unresolved problems. Communicated with external parties to reconcile account problems within 72 hours.
• Vigilant control & continuous monitoring of receivables to minimize bad debts. Assisted Controller/Assistant Controller in interpreting and resolving A/R-related issues with a customer service-oriented mindset.

Jardine Lloyd Thompson – Mumbai, India                                                                                                                     07/2010-07/2011

Technical Business Administrator; Reported to – Finance Manager 

• Processed settlement, fees, advice, and payments for UK clients by collecting funds from the underwriters/brokers for the losses that occurred and making payments to the insured, adjustor, or clients.
• Liaised with the UK team to achieve monthly SLAs (service-level agreements) while proactively handling queries raised by the Underwriters/Brokers ensuring quick recovery of funds. 
• Identified gaps, and provided helpful suggestions to make the process more seamless and efficient.
• Actively participated in planning and organizing team-building activities and group celebrations for employee engagement and to foster team spirit.

J.P Morgan Chase – Mumbai, India                                                                                                                         05/2008-07/2009

Jr. Accounting Specialist; Reported to – Finance Manager

• Processed accounts payable invoices after critical checks and ensured 99.5% of approved invoices were paid in full and on time while maximizing cash flow. 
• Proactively volunteered to assist with special projects in order to maintain accurate vendor files (including completed W9s); keeping track of business name changes, mergers, and address changes leading to the overall development of the firm and efficiency of the process.
• Actively participated in closing audits to ensure all corporate deadlines were met and information was presented in accordance with GAAP.
• Interacted & assisted various levels on their queries related to processes, delays, etc. based across the regions.

EDUCATION    

Aalborg University – Aalborg, Denmark

Cand. Merc/ Master of Science (MSc.) Economics and Business Administration – Major: International Business Economics, 2022

University Of Mumbai – Mumbai, India

Master Of Commerce (M. Com) – Major: Business Management, 2017

University Of Mumbai – Mumbai, India

Bachelor Of Management Studies (BMS) – 2008