- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
JOSEPH BLESSING LANKA
Salisbury
Summary
Experienced financial professional with strong track record in driving financial strategies and managing budgets. Adept in financial reporting, analysis, and compliance. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for adaptability and reliability. Skilled in forecasting, risk management, and financial planning. Highly valued for strategic thinking and effective problem-solving.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Controller
Tishcon Corporation
10.2024 - Current
- Oversaw all aspects of the month-end close process, ensuring timely completion of accurate financial statements for executive review.
- Maintained strong relationships with external auditors, facilitating smooth annual audit processes and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Reduced operating costs through meticulous budget management and cost analysis.
- Conducted detailed cost and budget analyses, identifying discrepancies and recommending corrective actions to improve financial integrity.
Audit Assistant
RSR and Associates
05.2020 - 07.2023
- Prepared state income tax returns; verified tax files prepared by 2 staff analysts and presented revised tax exemption limits to senior officers, prior to filing deadlines.
- Directed and streamlined auditing processes executed by 5 member audit team.
- Rolled out auditing and payroll processes for audit review on quarterly and annual basis.
- Conducted professional training for over ten employees, updating professionals on changing tax and accountancy laws.
- Facilitated annual assessment of training strategies, resulting in promotion of 6 employees.
Accountant
Sri Ammireddy Oils Private Limited
02.2017 - 03.2020
- Compiled and maintained monthly financial accounts, recording daily journal and ledger entries.
- Reconciled accounts by adjusting amortization and depreciations, ensuring 100% accuracy as per reporting standards.
- Established project governance, creating new policy frameworks.
- Conducted process audits and analyzed process mapping framework, establishing control processes to increase accountability by 50%.
- Analyzed trends in financial market and assisted compliance officer to perform audit of investor guide-lines.
- Recommended quality control strategies for portfolio investments rolled out across 5 offices.
- Implemented company and organizational standards related to ethics, Customer Service, Quality Assurance and Human Resource issues.
Education
Master of Accountancy - Accounting and Analytics
RUTGERS, THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY
Newark, NJ05.2024
Master of Business Administration - Finance and Marketing
JAWAHARLAL NEHRU TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY KAKINADA
Kakinada, AP03.2017
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting, Auditing and Business laws
ANDHRA UNIVERSITY
Visakhapatnam, AP11.2013
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, Tally, Power BI, Tableau
- Orientation certificate from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
- Information Technology certificate from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
- CPA exam preparation
Interests
Timeline
Financial Controller
Tishcon Corporation
10.2024 - Current
Audit Assistant
RSR and Associates
05.2020 - 07.2023
Accountant
Sri Ammireddy Oils Private Limited
02.2017 - 03.2020
Master of Business Administration - Finance and Marketing
JAWAHARLAL NEHRU TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY KAKINADA
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting, Auditing and Business laws
ANDHRA UNIVERSITY
Master of Accountancy - Accounting and Analytics
RUTGERS, THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY
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