Sarabu Sricharan
Chartered Accountant
Hyderabad
Summary
Finance professional with 3 years of articleship experience, specializing in statutory audits, limited reviews and group reporting. I am deeply passionate about exploring the world of business, finance, and markets. I thrive on continuous learning and understanding how industries, companies and economies create value. I'm an open minded individual who believes that collaboration and a curious mindset are essential drivers of growth and success. I envision myself as a finance professional with a nuanced understanding of money and its behavior across various sectors and societies.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
3
3
Languages
Work History
Analyst
Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
Hyderabad
02.2021 - 02.2023
- Been part of Statutory Audits, Limited Reviews & Group Reporting of various Listed entities & Private companies under IGAAP, IND AS & IFRS frameworks
- Was actively involved in all stages of audit being Planning, Internal Financial Control testing, Substantive & Analytical testing and Reporting
- Got experience over Hospitality, Real Estate, FMCG (part of Group reporting - T/O > 7305 Cr), BFSI (Listed entity : T/O > 1376 Cr), Infrastructure (Listed entity : T/O > 650 Cr) & Manufacturing sectors
- Executed tax audits of clients across Manufacturing sector
- Key Insights : Gained insights into handling complex audit situations involving significant loss of accounting software & servers, contributing to discussions on the potential issuance of a disclaimer of opinion due to insufficient audit evidence
- Key Insights : Applied key concepts of Ind AS 109, 115 and 116 in the audit of listed clients, enhancing practical understanding of these accounting standards
Trainee
Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
Hyderabad
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Participated in on-the-job training, shadowed senior team members, worked closely with supervisors and co-workers and asked appropriate questions
- Organized & streamlined work to complete assignments in a timely, efficient manner
- Key insights : Flagged and reported to senior management the non-recognition of a material financial exposure from a derivative contract, which was included in the summary of uncorrected misstatements potentially impacting the audit opinion
- Key insights : Reviewed and analyzed approximately 25 lease agreements within 3 days, including lease evaluations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards
Education
Chartered Accountancy -
Institute of Chartered Accountant of India
Hyderabad, India 06.2018 - 11.2024
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounts & Finance
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Hyderabad, India 07.2023 - Current
Higher Secondary Certificate -
Telengana State Board of Intermediate Education
Hyderabad, India 06.2016 - 03.2018
Secondary School Certificate -
The Board of Secondary Education, Telangana
Hyderabad, India 06.2015 - 04.2016
Skills
- MS Excel
- Financial Reporting
- Statutory Audit
- Financial Analysis
- Inquisitiveness
- Empathy
- Communication
- Problem management
Websites
Additional Information
- PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT: Built a portfolio that combines an oil stock with a renewable energy stock to hedge against India's energy transition, characterized by the rapid adoption of renewable energy and reduced reliance on fossil fuels. Additionally, this strategy positions me to capitalize on the growth of electric vehicle adoption, which is increasingly powered by renewable energy. The portfolio was designed using the principles of modern portfolio management, as proposed by Markowitz. This approach has delivered strong returns of 30% per annum CAGR.
- MUTUAL FUNDS: Consistently invested in a diversified range of mutual funds, including large-cap, small-cap, mid-cap, and thematic sectors such as renewable energy and technology and achieved impressive annualized return of 20% CAGR.
- SECURITY VALUATION: Achieved a 40% return by identifying and investing in an undervalued stock, leveraging security valuation principles to uncover mispriced opportunities.
- BUSINESS VALUATION: Conducted in-depth research and valuation of a company, analyzing both micro and macroeconomic factors to determine its intrinsic value. Compiled findings into a comprehensive equity research report, including a fair price recommendation.
- EQUITIES & DERIVATIVES MARKET: Gained practical experience in intra-day stock trading by utilizing charting techniques and developed a strong understanding of the derivatives market, including the pricing and behavior of futures and options.
Certification
Getting Interview Ready Program, CA Monk, 05/01/23, 06/01/23, Focused on offering insights and knowledge across various CA fields from industry experts.
Accomplishments
- Elected as School People Leader, 06/01/16
- Winner of Champion of Champions, 04/01/15
- Participated in Inspire, 06/01/13
- Honored with Spot Award, 06/01/22
Others
Kanha Shanti Vanam, 05/01/23, An NGO operating with an objective to promote nature and spirituality.
Timeline
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounts & Finance
Indira Gandhi National Open University
07.2023 - Current
Analyst
Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
02.2021 - 02.2023
Trainee
Grant Thornton Bharat LLP
02.2020 - 02.2021
Chartered Accountancy -
Institute of Chartered Accountant of India
06.2018 - 11.2024
Higher Secondary Certificate -
Telengana State Board of Intermediate Education
06.2016 - 03.2018
Secondary School Certificate -
The Board of Secondary Education, Telangana
06.2015 - 04.2016
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