Melitha Dsouza, Senior Consultant

Melitha Dsouza

Senior Consultant

See & Recruit India Pvt Ltd

Location
United Arab Emirates - Dubai
Education
Bachelor's degree, Accounting
Experience
21 years, 0 Months

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Total years of experience :21 years, 0 Months

Senior Consultant at See & Recruit India Pvt Ltd
  • India - Mumbai
  • August 2022 to April 2024

uild and maintain strong relationships with clients by
comprehending their recruitment needs and requirements. Source
and attract top talent by developing a deep understanding of
clients industries, cultures, and business objectives for Investment
Banking, Banking and Real Estate Industry.
Use various channels to source and screen potential candidates
such as job boards, referrals, social media, and direct outreach.
Conduct thorough assessments to ensure that candidates have
the required qualifications and experience for the job.
Conduct initial and follow-up interviews with candidates to
evaluate their fit with the job and organization. Provide feedback
to candidates and clients on the selection process.
Manage candidates expectations by maintaining regular
communication with them throughout the recruitment process and
keeping them informed of updates, feedback, and next steps.
Led comprehensive hiring initiatives across senior, mid-senior,
and C-suite levels, fostering strong relationships and delivering
exceptional talent solutions for diverse organizational needs.
Handle administrative duties such as writing job descriptions, generating reports, and maintaining applicant tracking
systems.
Strategically drove business development initiatives to cultivate key partnerships and expand market presence,
resulting in significant revenue growth.
Recruited and placed top-tier talent within Indias leading organizations, consistently identifying and securing
individuals who excel in their respective fields.
Deployed for a month at The Leela Palaces, Hotels & Resorts Corporate office and assisted the team in hiring
candidates for the Leela Leadership Development Programme (LLDP).
Involved with the entire hiring, screening, interviewing, documentation process of the LLDP candidiates.

Senior Consultant at SEE & RECRUIT INDIA PVT LTD
  • India - Mumbai
  • August 2022 to April 2024

Build and maintain strong relationships with clients by comprehending their recruitment needs and requirements. Source and attract top talent by developing a deep understanding of clients industries, cultures, and business objectives for Investment Banking, Banking and Real Estate Industry. Use various channels to source and screen potential candidates such as job boards, referrals, social media, and direct outreach. Conduct thorough assessments to ensure that candidates have the required qualifications and experience for the job. Conduct initial and follow-up interviews with candidates to evaluate their fit with the job and organization. Provide feedback to candidates and clients on the selection process. Manage candidates expectations by maintaining regular communication with them throughout the recruitment process and keeping them informed of updates, feedback, and next steps. Led comprehensive hiring initiatives across senior, mid-senior, and C-suite levels, fostering strong relationships and delivering exceptional talent solutions for diverse organizational needs.

Assistant Manager at Sapphire Connect
  • India - Mumbai
  • September 2021 to July 2022

As a membership sales representative, acquired new members for the India Diversity Forum through various channels,
including direct outreach, referrals, and networking.
Managed membership queries and information requests and processed membership applications and renewals.
Maintained and updated membership records as needed.
Worked closely with the team to develop and implement strategies to recruit new members and increase
engagement among existing members.
Actively sought sponsorship for the IDFs IP events, such as the India Diversity Conclave, to ensure their success and
profitability.
Organized events and activities for existing and prospective members to build engagement and foster a sense of
community. Sourced delegates for the India Diversity Conclave.
Achieved sales targets by utilizing strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as experience in sales,
marketing, or business development.

Assistant Manager at SAPPHIRE CONNECT A DIVISION OF SAPPHIRE HUMAN SOLUTIONS
  • India - Mumbai
  • September 2021 to July 2022

As a membership sales representative, acquired new members for the India Diversity Forum through various channels, including direct outreach, referrals, and networking. Managed membership queries and information requests and processed membership applications and renewals. Maintained and updated membership records as needed. Worked closely with the team to develop and implement strategies to recruit new members and increase engagement among existing members. Actively sought sponsorship for the IDFs IP events, such as the India Diversity Conclave, to ensure their success and profitability. Organized events and activities for existing and prospective members to build engagement and foster a sense of community. Sourced delegates for the India Diversity Conclave. Achieved sales targets by utilizing strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as experience in sales, marketing, or business development.

Assistant Manager at Icici Bank
  • India - Mumbai
  • February 2017 to October 2020

Built and maintained relationships with customers while identifying cross-selling opportunities for various bank
products, including gold, insurance, savings accounts, current accounts, fixed deposits, and other fee income
products.
Handled day-to-day banking operations, including customer and cash handling, as well as clearing procedures.
Processed import/export-related requests, salary processing, and assisted with internal audits.
Assisted walk-in customers with their requests and resolved any issues they may have had.
Managed existing accounts, enhanced customer acquisition and savings account (CASA) retention, and expanded
the product portfolio of customers.
Ensured smooth functioning of the branch and compliance with banking norms.
Monitored business operations and ensured compliance with regulations, while making decisions that were costeffective and generated revenue for the bank.
Monitored the sales targets of the branch and developed strategies to acquire new accounts and expand existing
ones by offering various financial products and services to customers.
Maintained regular follow-up processes and built rapport with each customer to expand customer relationships.
Assisted the branch manager in auditing and compliance tasks and operations management.
Executed customer transactions such as deposits, withdrawals, and cheque processing.
Interacted with customers and provided them with important advice about their accounts, assisted with problem
resolution, and solved issues.
Updated Know Your Customer (KYC) details of existing customers in the bank’s system.
Handled back office responsibilities, including processing saving account opening forms, CA account opening forms,
NRI A/c opening forms, verifying 3-in-1 account opening forms, and verifying D-Linking, Linking of I-Direct Flag, and
issuing Cheque book to customers.
Processed NRI processes such as DVU, Account Opening, Customer ID Creation, PINS File Preparation, and DNC file
update.

Assistant Manager at ICICI BANK LTD
  • India - Navi Mumbai
  • February 2017 to October 2020

Built and maintained relationships with customers while identifying cross-selling opportunities for various bank products, including gold, insurance, savings accounts, current accounts, fixed deposits, and other fee income products. Handled day-to-day banking operations, including customer and cash handling, as well as clearing procedures. Processed import/export-related requests, salary processing, and assisted with internal audits. Assisted walk-in customers with their requests and resolved any issues they may have had. Managed existing accounts, enhanced customer acquisition and savings account (CASA) retention, and expanded the product portfolio of customers. Ensured smooth functioning of the branch and compliance with banking norms. Monitored business operations and ensured compliance with regulations, while making decisions that were cost effective and generated revenue for the bank. Monitored the sales targets of the branch and developed strategies to acquire new accounts and expand existing ones by offering various financial products and services to customers. Maintained regular follow-up processes and built rapport with each customer to expand customer relationships. Assisted the branch manager in auditing and compliance tasks and operations management. Executed customer transactions such as deposits, withdrawals, and cheque processing. Interacted with customers and provided them with important advice about their accounts, assisted with problem resolution, and solved issues. Updated Know Your Customer (KYC) details of existing customers in the banks system. Handled back office responsibilities, including processing saving account opening forms, CA account opening forms, NRI A/c opening forms, verifying 3-in-1 account opening forms, and verifying D-Linking, Linking of I-Direct Flag, and issuing Cheque book to customers. Processed NRI processes such as DVU, Account Opening, Customer ID Creation, PINS File Preparation, and DNC file update.

Senior Accountant at Acty System India Pvt Ltd
  • India - Mumbai
  • August 2016 to February 2017

Verified documentation and processed disbursements for payments.
Managed staff payroll, including tax calculations, CTC structure checks, and daily allowance provision.
Managed bank account opening and FD creation process for new joiners.
Managed PAN application process for foreign staff.
Maintained petty cash, prepared vouchers, and managed petty
cash transactions.
Controlled credit and ensured debtors pay on time.
Reconciled direct debits and finance accounts to ensure accuracy.
Prepared statutory accounts in compliance with regulatory
requirements.
Managed financial data using journals, sales & purchase ledgers,
and spreadsheets.
Followed STPI procedures and ensured accuracy of payment
amounts and records.
Demonstrated keen attention to detail, strong communication skills,
and the ability to work collaboratively with other team members.

Senior Accountant at ACTY SYSTEM INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED
  • India - Mumbai
  • August 2016 to February 2017

Verified documentation and processed disbursements for payments. Managed staff payroll, including tax calculations, CTC structure checks, and daily allowance provision.
Managed bank account opening and FD creation process for new joiners.
Managed PAN application process for foreign staff. Maintained petty cash, prepared vouchers, and managed petty cash transactions. Controlled credit and ensured debtors pay on time. Reconciled direct debits and finance accounts to ensure accuracy. Prepared statutory accounts in compliance with regulatory requirements. Managed financial data using journals, sales & purchase ledgers, and spreadsheets. Followed STPI procedures and ensured accuracy of payment amounts and records. Demonstrated keen attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with other team members.

Senior Accountant at M.V. Boricha & Co
  • India - Mumbai
  • January 2013 to November 2015

Prepared asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling
and analyzing account information.
Finalized books of accounts for individuals, prepared balance
sheets, and computed taxes owed.
Contributed to the team effort by accomplishing related results as
needed and guided accounting clerical staff by coordinating
activities and answering questions.
Complied with federal, state, and local financial legal
requirements, studied existing and new legislation, enforced
adherence to requirements, and advised management on needed
actions.
Assisted in auditing and finalization of company books and
provided external auditing services.
Prepared tax returns, ensured compliance with payment, reporting,
and other tax requirements.
Studied reports given by CA, provided support to clients in front of
taxing authorities during litigation involving financial issues,
handled customer inquiries, researched problems, and developed
solutions.
Used automated accounting systems for data input and to obtain
reports.
Carried out various functions related to banks, from loans to online
banking.

Senior Accountant at M.V. BORICHA & CO. (CA)
  • India - Mumbai
  • January 2013 to November 2015

Prepared asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information. Finalized books of accounts for individuals, prepared balance sheets, and computed taxes owed. Contributed to the team effort by accomplishing related results as needed and guided accounting clerical staff by coordinating activities and answering questions. Complied with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements, studied existing and new legislation, enforced adherence to requirements, and advised management on needed actions. Assisted in auditing and finalization of company books and provided external auditing services. Prepared tax returns, ensured compliance with payment, reporting, and other tax requirements. Studied reports given by CA, provided support to clients in front of taxing authorities during litigation involving financial issues, handled customer inquiries, researched problems, and developed solutions. Used automated accounting systems for data input and to obtain reports. Carried out various functions related to banks, from loans to online banking.

Senior Administration & Front Office Executive at Stellar Ocean Transport LLC
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • July 2011 to July 2012

Job Responsibilities:

Screening calls for customer requirements,
Handling day to day courier services,
Replenish stock including business cards and stationary,
Hotel booking and travel arrangements for company guest and employees,
Assisting the accountant with petty cash expenses, payroll and invoice data entries, supplier cheque payments,
Monitor the day to day activities/duties of office boys and drivers.

Senior Administrator Executive at STELLAR OCEAN TRANSPORT LLC (SHIPPING COMPANY)
  • United Arab Emirates - Dubai
  • July 2011 to July 2012

Supported the accountant with petty cash expenses, payroll, invoice data entries, and supplier cheque payments. Maintained employee records including personal files and leave records. Managed courier services, maintained daily records, and prepared packages for the vessel. Managed office supplies, including restocking business cards and stationary. Made travel arrangements and hotel bookings for company guests and employees. Sourcing candidates for off-shoring, and worked closely with the HR team to identify and evaluate potential candidates.

Education

Bachelor's degree, Accounting
  • at Mumbai University
  • March 2024
Master's degree, Business Administration
  • at Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute Of Management Development And Research
  • March 2024
Master's degree, Business Administration
  • at Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research
  • March 2019
Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com),
  • at University of Mumbai
  • January 2011
High school or equivalent, Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC),
  • at St. Andrews College
  • January 2008
High school or equivalent, (SSC),
  • at Auxilium Convent High School
  • January 2006

Specialties & Skills

Banking
Talent Acquisition
Staffing Industry
Recruitment
Administration
Team Management
Talent Acquisition
AUDITING
MANAGEMENT
ACCOUNTING
INVESTMENT BANKING
BUSINESS OPERATIONS
ACCOUNTING SYSTEMS
CASH HANDLING
COORDINATING
COMMUNICATIONS
Communication
Relationship Building
Recruitment
Stakeholder Management

Languages

Hindi
Intermediate
Marathi
Intermediate
English
Native Speaker

Training and Certifications

IRDA Certificate (Certificate)
Date Attended:
August 2022
Valid Until:
August 2024

Hobbies

  • Reading Love Stories, Knitting, Shopping
    Received recognition for acquiring 100% in FTR service request Received recognition for acquiring highest sponsorship for the India Diversity Conclave event