Kasa Pooja
Financial Analyst
Zaandam
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Payroll Coordinator
Foot Locker EMEA
03.2025 - Current
- Used ADP payroll software to validate and reconcile payroll data, ensuring accuracy and consistency in salary, bonus, and statutory payments
- Ensured payroll processing aligned with SOX3 and SOX4 internal control standards, enhancing accuracy, traceability, and compliance across payroll and financial reporting cycles
- Documented payroll procedures and supported process improvements, contributing to automation efforts and reduced manual processing errors
- Analyzed payroll outputs to ensure correct cost allocation across departments, supporting accurate financial reporting and enabling better visibility into workforce expenses
GL Accountant (Contract)
Foot Locker EMEA
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Prepared accruals and journal entries for HR, marketing and retail operations, ensuring accurate monthend and year-end financial reporting
- Developed monthly reports with detailed variance analysis, linking P&L (OPEX) insights to operational performance and identifying cost-saving opportunities in marketing and HR
- Executed reconciliations for retail and corporate accounts, ensuring compliance with financial policies and improving the accuracy of Balance Sheet (CAPEX) reporting
- Supported internal and external audits by providing accurate GL data and ensuring adherence to compliance standards, minimizing discrepancies and audit finding
Financial Reporting Analyst
Embrace Software Inc.
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Led P&L consolidation and financial planning for multiple entities, ensuring compliance with IFRS standards, contributing to cost control and reducing OPEX by $2M, supporting effective project execution
- Utilized QuickBooks and advanced Excel skills to enhance portfolio profitability and asset health by 10%, driving efficiency in cash flow management and reporting
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to prepare strategic financial reports for senior management, optimizing project outcomes and supporting data-driven decision-making
- Spearheaded integration of financial reporting strategies for newly acquired entities, ensuring compliance and timely publication of statutory reports (P&L, Cash Flow)
Financial Specialist
Standard Chartered
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Ensured 100% accuracy in month-close reconciliations (Balance Sheet reporting, liquidity analysis) and adhered to US GAAP and IFRS compliance
- Improved financial reporting efficiency by 25% through automation and standardization of report generation, supporting multicurrency consolidation and enhancing the quality of data for decision-making
- Reduced processing time by 20% through the effective use of SAP S/4 HANA and Oracle PeopleSoft General Ledger, enhancing data extraction and financial reporting processes
- Worked closely with the Accounting team and Budget owners to ensure timely completion of monthly financial closes, account reconciliation support, and forecast accuracy
Consultant
Deloitte Tax Services India Private Limited
07.2020 - 12.2021
- Advised Fortune 50 companies on financial compliance and budget allocation, improving financial projections and supporting forecast accuracy
- Supported planning and forecasting cycles, delivering accurate financial projections and optimizing resources for global tax clients
- Supported forecasting cycles and contributed to the successful delivery of tax projects by managing financial structures, ensuring timely completion and adherence to financial guidelines
Education
Master of Business Administration - Finance
CMS Business School, Jain University
01.2018 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Business Management - Finance
Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning
01.2014 - 01.2017
Skills
Advance Excel
SAP S4 HANA
Timeline
Payroll Coordinator
Foot Locker EMEA
03.2025 - Current
GL Accountant (Contract)
Foot Locker EMEA
01.2025 - 03.2025
Financial Reporting Analyst
Embrace Software Inc.
02.2024 - 05.2024
Financial Specialist
Standard Chartered
01.2022 - 04.2023
Consultant
Deloitte Tax Services India Private Limited
07.2020 - 12.2021
Master of Business Administration - Finance
CMS Business School, Jain University
01.2018 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Business Management - Finance
Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning
01.2014 - 01.2017
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