Radhakrishnan Kuppadakkath, Group Finance Manager

Radhakrishnan Kuppadakkath

Group Finance Manager

Euro Emirates Group

Location
United Arab Emirates - Dubai
Education
Master's degree, Finance
Experience
19 years, 6 months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :19 years, 6 months

Group Finance Manager at Euro Emirates Group
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • March 2012 to August 2023

Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
Preparation and presentation of various Financial and Operational Reports of individual and consolidation to the management.
Supervision and Monitoring of day-to-day accounting works, bank position, Payroll, month end and year end closing entries.
Finalization of books of account and verification of financial statements in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and applicable laws of United Arab Emirates.
Preparation of Budget and Variance Analysis.
Preparation of financial plans and review.
Review of VAT documents (VAT on Sales and All Other Outputs/VAT on Expenses and All Other Inputs) and return filing as per FTA Compliance. Heading Credit Control Department - Review of Aged Receivables
(AR) Report and guiding credit control department to collect
receivables. Liaison with important/overdue clients.
Cash Flow management.
Review of Aged Payables (AP). Negotiation with important suppliers. Approval/Releasing of various payments.
Assisting Management in cost control initiatives.
Review and reporting of performance to the management.
Heading Internal/External, ICV and ISO audits.
Liaison with banks, Auditors and Lawyers.
Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
Researched and facilitated software integration to streamline accounting and financial processes.
Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems. Maintained responsive organization with sustained revenue growth through industry forecast monitoring and deliberate financial planning. Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
Implementations of cloud-based accounting software’s/ERP software’s and cloud based online filing system.
Overall Finance, Accounts and Administrative management of the organization.

Senior Auditor at TGS Koya Chartered Accountants
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • April 2008 to December 2011

Preparation of accounts for various types of organizations such as financial institution, general trading, real estate, manufacturing companies, construction companies, service-oriented companies etc.
Finalization of books of accounts and preparation of financial statements in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards and applicable laws of United Arab Emirates and Free Zones.
Leading, coaching, monitoring and reviewing the work of the team members.
Preparation and conducting continuing education programme. Set up of accounting systems.
Leading a team of accountants and auditors.
Liaison with the client to determine the audit deliverables including deadlines etc.
Assessment of risks and audit planning.
Conducting Statutory Audits, Internal audit and leading the team in the process.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently. Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships. Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.

Manager - Accounts & Administration at German Motors - The company is an authorized automobile dealer of General Motors (Chevrolet)
  • India - Kerala
  • March 2007 to April 2008

Overall Accounts and administrative management of the organization. Finalization of books of accounts and preparation of financial statements. Managed financial departments with responsibility for budgets, forecasting, payroll, Accounts payable and Receivable.
Supervision of Accounting and administrative staff.
Tax planning and managing PF, Central Excise, KVAT and Professional Tax Returns.
Authorized signatory for approving cash/bank vouchers.
Preparation of Budget and variance analysis.
Preparation and presentation of various MIS.

Chief Accountant at PACE Group
  • India - Kerala
  • April 2006 to March 2007

Assist Overall Accounts and administrative management of the Trust. Finalization of books of accounts and preparation of financial statements. Checking of prepared cash/bank vouchers.
Preparation of bank reconciliation statements.
Preparation of Various budgets and forecasts for the management group. Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
Assisted in upgrade and conversion of in-house financial systems.

Accounts Officer - Finance at PRESTIGE EDUCATIONAL TRUST
  • India - Kerala
  • January 2004 to March 2006

Assisting in overall Accounts and administrative management of the Trust. Liaison with banks and other government departments.
Negotiation with important suppliers and contractors.
Preparation of bank reconciliation statements.
Coordinated monthly payroll functions for employees. Preparation and presentation of MIS.

Education

Master's degree, Finance
  • at Sikkim Manipal University of Health, Medical & Technological Sciences
  • May 2010

Accounting and Finance

Specialties & Skills

Financial Accounting, Reporting and Analysis
Cashflow Management
Treasury Management
Accounts Payable/Receivable Management.
VAT & Corporate Tax
External/Internal Audit, ICV Audit & ISO Audit.
Budgeting & Forecasting
Payroll Management
Fixed Asset Management
Customer Relationship Management
Inventory Management
Credit Control Management
Operations Management
Communication & Negotiation
Problem Solving
Team Leadership

Languages

Hindi
Expert
Malayalam
Expert
English
Expert

Training and Certifications

Diploma in Computerized Financial Accounting (Training)
Training Institute:
Manipal Institute of Computer Education
Date Attended:
May 2001