Afzal Shaikh

Detail-oriented and achievement-driven Finance & Accounts professional with 5+ years of experience spanning Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting & Analysis (MIS), and statutory compliance under Indian law. Proven ability to manage end-to-end accounting cycles for multiple entities simultaneously — from accounts payable/receivable and general ledger maintenance to finalization of accounts and Schedule VI balance sheet preparation. Skilled in GST, TDS, and ROC compliance, bank and vendor reconciliation, internal and statutory audit support, and cash-flow/P&L forecasting.

Adept at streamlining accounting operations, strengthening internal controls, and preparing bank-ready financial documentation for loans and letters of credit.

Senior Accountant (Outsourced Engagement) Multi-Entity Accountant at A S Corporation, Apex Mining & Company, and Archlines (2025-01 – Present)

Manage day-to-day accounting and statutory compliance across three concurrent client engagements as an outsourced finance professional.

• Analyse financial information and prepare balance sheets, profit & loss statements, and management reports summarizing current and projected financial position across three client entities.
• Manage GST payments, returns, and refund processing, ensuring timely deposit and reconciliation of statutory dues including TDS and TCS.
• Maintain statutory books of accounts and reconcile financial statements in accordance with regulatory norms and accounting standards.
• Monitor month-end close activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, reserve postings, and bank reconciliations for each entity.
• Support internal and external audits by providing data, conducting cost studies, and recommending process improvements to accounting operations.
• Coordinate across three client organizations to standardize reporting cadence and maintain consistent audit-readiness throughout the year.

Accountant at M/s. Abhilash Oji & Associates (2020-11 – 2025-01)

• Prepared audit contracts, orders, vouchers, and supporting reports to substantiate individual transactions prior to settlement.
• Supported implementation of accounting systems and internal control procedures; recommended accounting treatment for reserves, assets, and expenditures.
• Analysed factors affecting product/service pricing and profitability to improve cost efficiency of new product layouts.
• Prepare Schedule VI balance sheets and file ROC returns in compliance with Indian statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Prepared financial documentation required for bank loan applications, including bank statements, loan contracts, and letters of credit verifying client creditworthiness.
• Supervised approval workflows for loan proposals and credit sanctioning, including solvency appraisal, document verification, and post-sanction disbursal follow-up.
• Developed rolling cash flow and profit & loss forecasts for management review, incorporating risk-and-return and sensitivity analysis for short- and long-term planning.
• Managed timely payment of statutory dues and filing of company income tax returns.
• Facilitated accurate maintenance of books of accounts and preparation of general ledgers in adherence to statutory and audit compliance standards.
• Participated in audit team planning meetings, contributing to strategy for upcoming engagements and client deliverables.

Bachelor of Commerce in B.Com. – Mumbai University

Master of Commerce in M.Com. – Mumbai University