Nirmal Michael

Senior Accountant managing 25+ client books, month-end close, general ledger reconciliations, payroll, and accounts payable for multiple U.S.-based clients. Delivers accurate financial reporting, 1099 support, and vendor management across real estate, healthcare, restaurant, and construction accounts. Uses SAP fico, Tally prime, QuickBooks Online and Zoho Books to keep records current and resolve discrepancies quickly.

Senior Accountant - Syriac Consultancy and Services

(2025-08)

• Manage end-to-end bookkeeping and accounting operations for multiple U.S.-based clients under CPA supervision.
• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and maintain general ledger accounts, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Process payroll activities and perform payroll reconciliation to ensure compliance and accuracy.
• Support 1099 preparation, vendor management, and accounts payable functions.
• Maintain financial records for clients in real estate, healthcare, restaurant, and construction industries.
• Prepared financial statements, management reports, and supporting schedules for client review, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Identified discrepancies and resolved accounting issues through detailed analysis and reconciliation, enhancing financial integrity.
• Utilize QuickBooks Online and Zoho Books to maintain accurate accounting records and reporting.
• Collaborated with clients and internal teams to streamline accounting processes and enhance reporting efficiency.

Freelance Accountant / Bookkeeper

(2025-03 - 2025-07)

• Provided bookkeeping and accounting support to small businesses for US clients.
• Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.
• Recorded financial transactions and maintained accurate accounting records.
• Assisted clients with invoice management, expense tracking, and financial reporting.
• Performed month-end account reviews and reconciliation activities.
• Maintained compliance with accounting standards and documentation requirements.
• Supported budgeting and cash flow monitoring activities.
• Prepared financial reports and management summaries for business owners.

Accounts Specialist - SMEC Automation Pvt Ltd

(2019-05 - 2025-02)

• Managed full-cycle accounting operations including Record-to-Report (R2R), Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger activities.
• Maintained daily financial records, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and transaction posting for a U.S. Medical supply company.
• Processed GST filings, TDS compliance, and statutory reporting requirements.
• Handled payroll processing, employee reimbursements, and payroll reconciliations.
• Managed VAT compliance activities for both Indian and UAE business operations.
• Performed monthly bank reconciliations, ledger reviews, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepared and posted journal entries, accruals, and accounting adjustments.
• Supported month-end and year-end closing activities within strict reporting deadlines.
• Generated MIS reports, financial statements, and management reports for decision-making.
• Worked extensively with SAP FICO, QuickBooks, Tally Prime, Sage 50, and Zoho CRM.
• Coordinated with auditors and supported internal and external audit requirements.
• Monitored cash flow, vendor payments, customer collections, and account balances.
• Assisted management with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.
• Improved accounting accuracy and operational efficiency through process enhancements and controls.
• Ensured compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and statutory regulations.

Bachelor of Commerce - Siena College of Professional Studies Edakochi

12th Grade - St. Albert's Higher Secondary School Ernakulam

SSLC - St. Albert's Higher Secondary School Ernakulam