Ankush Dagdiya

About Ankush Dagdiya

I am a qualified Chartered Accountant and a Master of Commerce graduate from Amravati University, with a strong background in business and commerce. I currently work as a Corporate Accountant at Arena Investors, LP, a leading investment advisory firm that provides strategic and financial solutions to clients across various sectors and geographies. I am responsible for coordinating the monthly close process, management reporting and budgeting, corporate accounting system entries, expense allocations and payments, financial performance and analysis, and board packages and KPI metrics reports for the firm and its affiliated entities. In my previous roles, I gained valuable experience in audit, tax, and accounting services for various clients, ranging from small businesses to large corporations. I have successfully completed stock audits, bank audits, and tax litigation cases, demonstrating my proficiency in accounting standards, regulations, and best practices. I have also participated in ad hoc requests, technology initiatives, and special projects, showcasing my adaptability, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. I am motivated by the opportunity to apply my knowledge and skills to support the growth and success of Arena Investors and its clients. I also bring diverse perspectives and experiences to the team, as I am fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi, and have a keen interest in learning new technologies and trends in the accounting and finance industry.

Experience

1. Associate

   Quaestor Advisors

   Sep 2023 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Coordinate the monthly close process of the investment advisor, management companies, general partners and affiliated entities. •Management reporting and budgeting/forecasting process including budget vs actual analysis and cash flow projections. •Corporate accounting system entries and trial balance. •Manage expense allocations and payments across complex corporate and fund structures. •Financial performance and analysis of business. •Drive efficiencies across all management company accounting functions through process improvements and technology enhancements. •Preparation of quarterly board packages and KPI metrics reports. •Assist in ad hoc requests, technology initiatives, and special projects. •Provide support for and analysis of new business initiatives for firm growth.

Education

• B.M.School, Risod

  SSC, A

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Chartered Accountant

• Amravati University

  Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Business/Commerce, General, A

  2016 — 2018

• Smt. Laxmibai Radhakisan Toshniwal Commerce College, Akola.

  HSC, A

• Amravati University

  Master of Commerce- M.com, Business/Commerce, General, A

  2019 — 2021