Urvi Shah

• Finalized and managed accounting and timely compliances alongwith regulatory filings for over 300+ SPVs and 2 corporate entities within the Group
• Established critical processes within Finance, Compliance & Accounts department
• Provided due diligence support for Financial DD and Secretarial DD resulting in fund raise of INR 200Mn Equity for the Group
• Oversaw the Compliance functions for filings, process setups, FDI investments for Equity fund raise and further convertible notes of INR 40Mn
• Managed Auditors and Various Consultants and ensured best in class finalisation of books for 300+SPVs and 2 Corporate entities
• Prepared monthly Accounts & Finance MIS for management insights
• Identified and automated routine business areas for better reporting and quality output
• Gave key support in Structured Debt Instruments listing and related day-to-day operations and reporting
• Added key inputs on strategy and support to New Initiatives team
• Won 2 work recognitions for Investor Communication on 'Grip Investment Declaration' and helping of Alternative Investment Fund - Category 2 Setup with SEBI (an Indian Regulatory body).
• Enhanced company profitability by implementing strategic business plans and optimizing operational processes.
• Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
• Established a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and driving sustainable growth across the organization.
• Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
• Ensured regulatory compliance at all times by implementing robust internal controls systems coupled with proactive monitoring mechanisms.
• Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols - built a team of over 10+ members across various strengths (CAs, CSs and Staff).
• Established performance goals for department and provided methods for reaching milestones.

• Setup a team of 20+ people (direct & indirect) for the Client Service team & Franchisee
• Created requirements and performed thorough testing for the Slate SAAS Based platform from a business owner/CFO perspective
• Set up a CA Franchise Network and preventing revenue leakages
• Met with customer expectations for quality accounting and timely compliances for over 250 clients of various entity types
• Set up key functions in Finance, Accounting, HR & admin, Marketing, and Sales. Created and circulated the Employee HR handbook
• Improved customer satisfaction by streamlining processes and implementing new strategies.
• Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in increased business opportunities.
• Optimized financial performance through effective budget management and cost control measures.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop new products and services, leading to a competitive advantage in the market.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers, securing favorable terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
• Maintained compliance with industry regulations by implementing risk mitigation measures and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Oversaw talent acquisition efforts, selecting top candidates who contributed significantly to organizational success.
• Fostered a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback from employees at all levels.
• Developed and implemented new strategies and policies in collaboration with executive partners to establish and achieve long-term business objectives, providing company with strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
• Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
• Presented to VCs, Investors and Internal management on various product updates, Finance & Accounts MIS
• Interacted with Statutory auditors & other consultants for finalisation of books and timely regulatory filings

I was working with EY in their Financial Accounng Advisory Services (FAAS) division.

• Sole Project manager for an IPO of a Small Finance Bank and drive the initial phase of re- alignment of the internal management, share capital structuring, IT Infrastructure overhaul, liaison with Legal team, Merchant Bankers, Valuers, Tax & Accounting advisors while working closely with the Client Leadership
• Selected for an Onsite project management assignment in a California based US Crypto Currency company with a 55+ member team across 12 teams and responsible for engagement matrices ($9+ Mn) based out of California, USA. Travelled and worked there on L1B US visa.
• Key team member for M&A of Public Sector Bank Merger (DenaBank,VijayaBank& BOB)
• Key team member in training and implemention of ECL Model of IFRS9/IndAS109 in Banks and NBFCs
• Delivered 400+ contracts on SPPI testing under IFRS9 in 20days via managing a team of 20+ people located in 6 geographies nationally and internationally for Swiss Re (a global insurance company)
• Setup IndAS accounng for various Banks and NBFCs including disclosures requirements
• Worked on Standalone as well as Consolidated financial statements preparation for various Banks under IFRS and Ind AS
• Created US GAAP v/s IFRS Training deck for Bank of Nova Scotia
• Team member for various Tech implementation initiatives like IPO Tool, Fraxses etc
• Prepared proforma IndAS Financial statement for Banks
• Handled of IFRS trainings for internal staff and making several investor and client presentations
• Drafted multiple certifications/white paper on IndAS/IFRS/USGAAP technical matters

• Handled audit of listed banks and diamond companies
• Conducted external seminars on Impact of Ind AS on Industry
• Provided advice on Ind AS/ IFRS financials or issues
• Managed audit clients and consolidation for listed entities.

• Handled loan servicing portfolio and cash management
• Assisted in Loan sourcing and cashflow projection.

• Audited listed banks and provided deliverables
• Assisted in the preparation of Long Form Audit Report
• Analyzed various provisions of the Companies Act, Accounting Standards, and RBI guidelines.