Asmita Santosh Narvekar

Detail-oriented Finance and Operations professional with over 15 years of experience managing financial transactions, reconciliations, reporting, compliance, and operational processes within fast-paced and highly regulated environments. Proven track record of maintaining financial accuracy, improving processes, resolving discrepancies, and supporting business operations across multiple industries. Skilled in managing high-volume transactions, financial controls, stakeholder relationships, audit support, and regulatory compliance.

Recognised for strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and delivering results under tight deadlines. Eligible to work in the UK with no sponsorship required.

Bookkeeper at Eplust Education Services, UK (2024-08 – Present)

Supported day-to-day finance operations, ensuring accurate and efficient processing of financial transactions.

• Monitored and reconciled daily transactions and fee income, maintaining accurate records and timely financial reporting.
• Processed invoices and payments from verification through posting, ensuring accuracy and complete audit documentation.
• Conducted regular bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies across multiple accounts.
• Prepared and scheduled supplier payments, ensuring transactions were completed accurately and on time.
• Acted as the main point of contact for finance-related queries, resolving issues and maintaining data accuracy.
• Followed financial policies and procedures, supporting audits and ensuring records were complete and up to date.

Accounts Assistant at Caremark – James Sanderson Ltd, UK (2024-05 – 2024-07)

Supported daily finance operations, ensuring accurate processing of payments and account records.

• Processed and reconciled supplier invoices, maintaining accurate accounts payable records and ensuring timely payments.
• Managed client invoicing and credit control activities, reducing aged debt by 15% through proactive follow-up and issue resolution.
• Improved payment scheduling processes, helping to streamline workflows and meet key deadlines.
• Supported month-end activities, including reconciliations, revenue reporting, and financial record reviews.
• Ensured accurate VAT treatment and compliance across transactions, maintaining adherence to financial regulations.

Trainee Accounts Assistant at KBM CC Accountants & Registered Auditors, UK (2024-01 – 2024-06)

Gained practical experience in finance operations by supporting a diverse portfolio of client accounts.

• Maintained sales and purchase ledgers using Sage 50, QuickBooks, and Xero, processing invoices and completing bank and supplier reconciliations.
• Assisted with VAT returns, payroll administration, pension contributions, and HMRC submissions while ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
• Supported the preparation of trial balances and monthly management accounts, ensuring accuracy and meeting reporting deadlines.

Assistant Manager – Accounts & Operations at Shapoorji Pallonji Real Estate Pvt. Ltd. (2021-04 – 2023-10)

Finance operations and payment activities across large residential development projects.

• Managed accounts payable and receivable processes, overseeing payments, cash flow tracking, and reconciliations across multiple projects.
• Reviewed and reconciled over 3,000 financial transactions, ensuring accuracy and consistency across financial records.
• Ensured compliance with tax regulations and statutory requirements, maintaining accurate financial documentation and records.
• Supported internal and external audits by preparing financial reports, schedules, and supporting documentation within deadlines.
• Resolved vendor payment issues and billing discrepancies while providing accurate financial updates to key stakeholders.

Accounts Officer – Payments & Compliance at Shapoorji Pallonji & Co. Pvt. Ltd. (2016-08 – 2021-03)

Managed vendor payments, financial reconciliations, and compliance activities within a large multinational organisation.

• Handled vendor account reconciliations and resolved billing discrepancies, ensuring accuracy across high-volume transactions.
• Prepared and submitted quarterly tax returns, maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and internal procedures.
• Supported statutory audits by preparing financial records, schedules, and supporting documentation within agreed deadlines.

Accounts Assistant – Payments & Reconciliations at Romell Real Estate Pvt. Ltd. (2006-08 – 2016-07)

Processed vendor payments and maintained inter-company reconciliations across a portfolio of real estate projects.

• Processed vendor payments and maintained accurate inter-company reconciliations, ensuring full audit trails and financial controls compliance across a 10-year tenure.
• Prepared and submitted monthly Service Tax and TDS returns in compliance with statutory requirements, developing rigorous attention to regulatory deadlines.
• Contributed to internal and external audit processes, maintaining financial records to the highest accuracy standards.

IFA Level 3 Digital Accounts Assistant – Institute of Financial Accountants, UK (2024)

Bachelor of Commerce in B. Com – Mumbai University, India (2003)