Abhijith Rajan
Management Accountant @Newtons Theory
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WORK HISTORY
Management Accountant @Newtons Theory
Managed month-end close for 7 multi-entity clients, reducing the close cycle from 12 → 8 days while maintaining 95%+ reconciliation accuracy across 40+ balance sheet accounts. Partnered with executives and operations directors to identify cost savings via variance analysis, improving forecast accuracy by 10% across 5 projects. Designed automated financial models using Advanced Excel and Google G-Accon, producing interactive KPI dashboards and scenario analyses for evidence-based decision-making. Supervised a bookkeeper, overseeing work quality, prioritising tasks, and ensuring accurate financial reporting across 7 clients. Prepared VAT control checks and supporting schedules, achieving 100% compliance and reducing submission errors. Managed credit control, payment operations and invoice processing during staff shortages, including payment runs, vendor liaison and invoice tracking, and ensured timely approvals across multiple 5 clients.Key Achievements: Sustained full management accounting and bookkeeping support for 5 clients during a staffing shortage, maintaining month-end timelines, reporting accuracy, and consistent service quality.
EDUCATION
Institute of Management Accountants
Certified Management Accountant (CMA - USA), Finance, General
University of Chester
Master of Business Administration - MBA
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's
CBSE - High School (Till 10th)
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's
CBSE - Higher Secondary Education, Commerce
Chinmaya Vidhyapeet, Warriam Road, Eranakulam- 682016
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Taxation
ABOUT ABHIJITH RAJAN
I\'m a CMA-qualified management accountant with a passion for turning financial data into strategic insights that drive business decisions. Over the past 5+ years, I\'ve worked across multi-entity organisations, partnering with executives and operations directors to deliver financial planning, forecasting, and management reporting that actually moves the needle. My approach combines rigorous analysis with commercial judgement because numbers only matter when they lead to better decisions.I recently completed my MBA with Distinction from the University of Chester, which has strengthened my ability to see the bigger picture and support leadership on strategic initiatives. I\'m particularly interested in continuous process improvement, and I love finding ways to make financial operations more efficient without sacrificing accuracy.Career highlights:• Reduced forecast variance by 10% through real-time budget monitoring• Led a team of 3 analysts, cutting close cycle time by 10%• Identified £70k in revenue leakages through forensic ledger analysis• Optimised working capital by £350k within 6 monthsCurrently, I work at Newtons Theory Ltd as a management accountant, managing month-end close for 7 multi-entity clients. I collaborate with senior executives to identify cost savings, build automated financial models using advanced Excel and Google G-Accon reporting, and generate KPI dashboards that support stakeholders in making evidence-based decisions. I also supervise the bookkeeper and ensure strong financial controls, compliance, and reporting standardsMy technical toolkit includes Oracle NetSuite, Xero, SAP, Advanced Excel, Google G-Accon reporting, Dext, Fathom reporting, and Power BI, but what I\'m most proud of is my ability to translate complex financial information into clear, actionable recommendations for non-finance stakeholders. I combine hands-on technical expertise with strategic business partnering to deliver results that matter. I thrive on building relationships, collaborating with teams and stakeholders to solve complex problems and drive results.I’m now looking for opportunities where I can bring my expertise in financial analysis, process improvement, and business partnering to help organisations make smarter, more strategic decisions. Open to relocation for the right role.Off-duty, I enjoy football, photography, and exploring new cuisines, hobbies that keep my teamwork, creativity, and focus sharp.Let\'s connect if you\'d like to discuss finance, process improvement, or great food recommendations!
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