SHUJAUDDIN KEROSINWALA

• Offering overall 9 years of comprehensive experience in Finance, Accounts, and HR, with a specialization in managing Accounts Receivable functions
• Currently working as an Accounts Receivable Accountant at Element Middle East L.L.C, a leading distributor of consumer goods in the MENA region
• Proven ability to maintain general ledger operations, process vendor invoices accurately and in a timely manner, and prepare VAT returns
• Skilled in Bank reconciliations, calculating rebates, & assisting senior accountants in yearly closings
• Supervised operations of the Accounts Receivable (AR) section with focus on ensuring efficient processing (payment allocation, reconciliation and month-end reporting) of company receivables through SAGE and timely collection in accordance to company policies
• Achieved success in maintaining accurate records, managing daily transactions, and preparing invoices and receipts for customers
• Strong leadership skills, with experience in overseeing accounts receivable write-offs, adjustments, and payment reversals

Accounts Receivable Accountant || Element Middle East L.L.C || Oct’16- Present 

(Dubai,UAE)

[Distributor of market-leading brands like Prestige, Preethi & Remington across the MENA region in the consumer goods industry)

• Orchestrating general ledger operations to ensure financial accuracy and compliance
• Managing FTA processing online, submitting quarterly VAT returns in accordance with regulatory requirements
• Executing month-end responsibilities, including bank reconciliations and rebate calculations to close financial cycles
• Assisting senior accountants in preparing for annual closings, data accuracy and compliance
• Using spreadsheets and Excel tools, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs for data analysis
• Processing accounting receivables and incoming payments in compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Performing day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting, and recording accounts receivables' data
• Reconciling the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and properly posted
• Opening new customer accounts on the operation system & updating customers’ information
• Preparing Weekly basis AR Ageing report to management, PDC missing Report, and Cash Sales Short Excess Report
• Managing unpaid debts, both domestic and international, supervising the strategic blocking and unblocking of customer accounts for major retail giants such as Carrefour, Lulu, and various other corporate groups and smaller clientele
• Reviewing Credit Limits, Credit Term’s, identifying slow moving debts and escalating to management
• Engaging in Cleanup AR Aging report from old debts, Reconciliation of customer A/c and escalate to sales team if any discrepancies
• Issuing Statement of Accounts Receivable (SOA) monthly basis, as well as on special Request of sales Team and check balances directly with costumers
• Calculating segment Salesman, merchandiser & manager commissions monthly
• Performing physical stock count annual basis & preparing Stock Count Comparison
• Spearheaded the facilitation of internal and external audits, showcasing exceptional skill in curating and presenting audit samples
• Exemplified diligence by receiving external customer invoices from the coordinator, validating physical invoices, and safeguarding them in a secure repository
• Resolving any billing discrepancies or issues with customers

HR Executive || Sulekha.Com New Media Private Limited || Jul’15- Jun’16 (Ahmedabad, India)

(Ahmedabad, India)

[Established in India, Sulekha.Com has grown from a small online firm in 2009 into one of the largest online Advertisement and marketing company in the region]

• Spearheaded the core administrative team responsible for floor management
• Optimized new employee onboarding processes, including Joining Formalities & maintaining employee files
• Developed and executed comprehensive Induction, Documentation, and On-Boarding processes for new recruits, enhancing their integration into the organization
• Produced essential HR documents, including Appointment letters, offer letters, Relieving letters, Salary Certificates, and Experience Letters
• Directed end-to-end recruitment processes for Sales, Customer Support, and Middle to Senior Level management positions, ensuring talent acquisition and retention
• Orchestrated payroll functions, including attendance, overtime, leave management, and salary processing
• Compiled comprehensive manpower reports, offering insights into employee attrition
• Developed policies to meet evolving organizational needs and regulatory requirements
• Fostered productive relationships with recruitment consultants, ensuring real-time candidate status updates and effective invoice management
• Conducted exit interviews to identify areas for reducing attrition and proposed remedial measures
• Presented innovative rewards and recognition initiatives to the management to enhance employee motivation
• Created and scheduled induction and orientation programs, collaborating with various business teams for a seamless onboarding experience
• Acted as a proactive problem solver for both employees and managers, addressing concerns and fostering a positive work environment
• Conducted weekly checks on vehicle log books, ensuring their proper maintenance and compliance

• Pursuing Certified Management Accountant (CMA) Certifications 
• 2014: Masters in Human Resource Management from Sardar Patel University, India 
• 2011: Bachelor of Commerce from Gujarat University, India