Chaitra Seetharam

Commerce graduate with 4+ years of experience in U.S. accounting and full-cycle bookkeeping, supporting venture-backed companies with day-to-day financial operations. Skilled in month-end close, accrual accounting, revenue recognition (ASC 606 exposure), and financial reporting. Hands-on experience with QuickBooks and Xero, managing high-volume transactions, reconciliations, and client deliverables in a remote environment.

Strong understanding of U.S. GAAP and startup finance workflows, with the ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Process Executive at Powered Bookkeeping Solutions (2024-08 – 2026-04)

• Supported accounting operations for U.S.-based startup clients, including SaaS and service-based businesses
• Assisted with cash flow tracking, burn rate monitoring, and financial data preparation for decision-making
• Worked closely with clients in a remote setup, ensuring accurate and timely communication
• Managed full-cycle accounting for U.S.-based clients, including GL, AR, invoicing, and reconciliations
• Perform month-end close activities, including journal entries, accruals, and prepaid schedules
• Prepare financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet) and assist in variance analysis
• Handle bank, credit card, and third-party reconciliations across multiple systems
• Support payroll reporting and sales tax compliance
• Work on high-volume transactions in QuickBooks and Xero
• Collaborate directly with U.S.-based clients in a remote environment
• Ensure accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery of financial data

Executive at H N A & Co LLP, Chartered Accountants (2023-09 – 2024-06)

• Conducted financial data review and validation for compliance and reporting
• Assisted in analyzing financial documents and interpreting key data points
• Supported audit processes by organizing and verifying financial datasets
• Coordinated with clients to collect required financial and operational data
• Ensured accuracy and completeness of financial records

Accounts Executive at Murthy & Co (S Segu & Associates), Chartered Accountants (2022-03 – 2023-09)

• Maintained and analyzed financial records, including AP/AR and general ledger data
• Performed data reconciliation and financial analysis to support reporting
• Prepared GST and tax filings using structured financial data
• Assisted in identifying discrepancies and improving data accuracy
• Supported financial reporting and decision-making through data insights

Accounts Assistant at Coastal Printers (2019-07 – 2022-02)

• Managed financial data entry, invoice processing, and record maintenance
• Supported data organization and documentation processes
• Assisted in reconciliation and audit-related data preparation
• Maintained structured records for financial transactions

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) course – ICAI

CA-CPT - Common Proficiency Test – ICAI

Bachelor of Commerce in Finance & Accounting – Christ University, Bengaluru (2019-05)