Arvindan Dhamodharan

Results-driven Financial Controller with 20 years of experience in leading financial management activities at Large Resorts. Expertise in Systems, Controls, Forecasting, Cost Controls and Financial Planning. Committed to developing robust standards, internal controls and processes while minimizing risk.

Proficient in Fidelio, Sun Systems and Materials controls Accomplished in reducing expenses, streamlining financial operations, and improving reporting functions. Proven leadership and success in leading teams in achieving financial goals. Highly organized and systematic with in-depth understanding of Hotel Industry.

Financial Controller at Leisure Lodges Resort & Golf Club, Diani, Mombasa (2022-12 – 2023-12)

201 Rooms, Beach Resort and Golf club.

• Heading as well as managing the functions in the accounts, Stores and Purchasing department.
• Preparing the monthly MIS reports including department wise Profit & Loss; compiling the cumulative profit & loss and balance sheet, variance report, etc.
• Managing month end and year-end closing operations; taking care of the debtors, creditors and inventories.
• Preparing the budget and monitoring expenses.

Financial Controller at Baobab Beach Resort & Spa, Diani, Mombasa (2012-10 – 2021-10)

Kenya's leading All inclusive resort, comprising of 323 Rooms.

• Collaborated with executive team in preparation of annual capital and operating budgets, forecasts and all financial reporting and analysis.
• Prepared accurate financial reports and monthly statements for accounts receivable, Accounts Payable.
• Checking journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
• Mitigated risk by implementing internal controls and safeguards for revenues and expenditures.
• Planned budgets, authorized expenditures, monitored accounting processes, established and coordinated financial reporting to oversee all fiscal procedures.
• Assisted in upper-level decision making by creating comprehensive financial reports and collaborating with finance and accounting departments.
• Managing daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
• Managed budgets, assets, accounts payable and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.

Group Financial Controller at Neptune Hotels Ltd, Diani, Mombasa (2010-09 – 2012-06)

Group of 4 All inclusive resorts, situated in Diani and Mombasa, Kenya.

• Heading as well as managing the functions in the accounts department; overseeing the workflow.
• Ascertaining that the deadlines and departmental goals are met.
• Preparing the monthly MIS reports including department wise Profit & Loss; compiling the cumulative profit & loss and balance sheet, variance report, etc.
• Giving the approval for payment reimbursements, payments on accounts, vouchers, checks, etc.
• Assisting the accounting staff in the daily operations.
• Managing the year-end closing operations; taking care of the debtors, creditors and inventories.
• Preparing the budget and monitoring expenses.

Financial Controller at Leisure Lodges Resort & Golf Club, Diani, Mombasa (2007-06 – 2010-07)

253 Rooms, Beach Resort and Golf club.

• Collaborated with executive team in preparation of annual capital and operating budgets, forecasts and all financial reporting and analysis.
• Prepared accurate financial reports and monthly statements for accounts receivable.
• Heading as well as managing the functions in the accounts department; overseeing the workflow.
• Ascertaining that the deadlines and departmental goals are met.
• Preparing the monthly MIS reports including department wise Profit & Loss; compiling the cumulative profit & loss and balance sheet, variance report, etc.
• Giving the approval for payment reimbursements, payments on accounts, vouchers etc.
• Managing the year-end closing operations; taking care of the debtors, creditors and inventories.

Accounts Officer at The Oberoi Flight Services, Bangalore (2005-10 – 2007-05)

• Overseeing all aspects of the accounts department; steering the workflow and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Preparing the monthly, quarterly and year end accounting statements and reports.
• Attaining approval for payment reimbursements, payments on accounts, vouchers, checks, etc.
• Supporting the accounting staff in the daily operations.
• Managing functions in the year-end closing.

Accounts Manager, Projects at Elixir Enterprises & Hotels Pvt Ltd (Chancery Pavilion) Bangalore (2004-01 – 2005-06)

• Maintaining project accounts; establishing the books of accounts and updating all records; handling taxation, etc.

Financial Controller at Sun N Sand Beach Hotel Ltd, Mombasa (1998-07 – 2003-08)

300 Rooms 4 star all-inclusive resort in Mombasa.

• Collaborated with executive team in preparation of annual capital and operating budgets, forecasts and all financial reporting and analysis.
• Prepared accurate financial reports and monthly statements for accounts receivable.
• Created and distributed reports on internal and external finances, audits and budgets.
• Completed journal entries, reconciliations and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.

Financial Controller at Orion Entertainment Complex Pvt Ltd, Bangalore (1995-11 – 1998-06)

• Carrying out the installation and supervision of all accounting records.
• Implementing financial policies, procedure and systems effectively.
• Heading matters pertaining to personnel such as employment contracts, insurances, provident fund, etc.
• Preparing the following:
• Profit & Loss/ Balance Sheet and making recommendations on relevant financial issues.

Accounts Supervisor at The Oberoi, Bangalore (1992-02 – 1995-10)

• Carrying out the management of debtors, creditors and inventories; overseeing the preparation of budgets.

Bachelors of Commerce in Factory Administration and Costing – R. C. College of Commerce, Bangalore University

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