Hardik Gajera

Accounts Manager with 11 years of experience in financial reporting, accounting operations, and compliance across multiple industries. Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, with a proven record of improving processes and ensuring adherence to accounting standards. Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and the ability to manage complex financial systems.

Lead teams for 7+ years, driving performance, strengthening client relationships, and supporting strategic initiatives to enhance business growth and operational efficiency.

Assistant Manager - Nippon Express India Pvt. Ltd. - Navrangpura, Ahmedabad

(2025-05 - 2026-03)

• Manage vendors and customers credit accounts, ensuring timely collections and reduced overdue balances
• Monitor receivables and payables with follow up on outstanding invoices through structured communication
• Reconcile GL accounts and resolve billing discrepancies to maintain accuracy
• Prepare aging reports and provide insights on credit risk and overall performance
• Oversee end-to-end accounting ensuring compliance with regulations
• Prepare and analyze financial statements including Balance Sheet, P&L, and Cash Flow
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors for smooth audit execution and compliance

Sr. Accounts Executive - Bollore Logistics India Pvt. Ltd. - Makarba, Ahmedabad

(2019-07 - 2025-05)

• Implement and manage credit control policies to minimize risk and ensure timely collection of outstanding invoices
• Manage and maintain accurate records of all receivables, ensuring proper documentation and adherence to company policies
• Oversee high-volume invoice processing, ensuring accuracy and timely payments in line with company policies
• Manage vendor and supplier relationships, addressing inquiries, resolving discrepancies, and negotiating terms to optimize payment schedules
• Conduct monthly reconciliations of accounts payable sub-ledgers to the general ledger, identifying and resolving discrepancies
• Prepare and analyze daily, monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and accounts reconciliation statements
• Monitor and analyze supplier aging reports to track outstanding payables, ensuring timely payments and maintaining healthy vendor relationships
• Supervise the preparation and filing of corporate and individual tax returns, ensuring adherence to federal, state, and local tax regulations

Accounts Executive - Sandesh Group - Vastrapur, Ahmedabad

(2018-04 - 2019-06)

• Managed the full-cycle accounting process, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and tax return filing
• Prepared and analyzed financial reports, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
• Collaborated with internal and external auditors to ensure efficient audit processes and regulatory compliance
• Managed client accounts, addressing queries, resolving discrepancies, and fostering strong client relationships to support business growth
• Appeared before Income Tax Authorities for submissions and compliance

Accounts & Audit Executive - Exelon Consulting Services Pvt. Ltd. (MKJ & Co.) - Navrangpura, Ahmedabad

(2015-06 - 2018-03)

• Conducted internal, statutory, tax, and bank audits for various organizations and assesses
• Prepared and filed returns including Income Tax, GST, and TDS, with a focus on e-filing
• Appeared before Income Tax Authorities for submissions and compliance
• Managed annual filing and new company registration formalities with the Registrar of Companies (ROC)
• Handled journal entries, cash and bank transactions, receipt and payment entries, TDS entries, branch transactions, and payroll entries
• Finalized annual accounts and prepared balance sheets

Bachelor's - Commerce - Gujarat University (2015)

Company Secretary - Company Secretory - ICSI