Prashant Chaudhary

About Prashant Chaudhary

Welcome to my LinkedIn profile! I am a dedicated and results-oriented finance executive with a proven track record of delivering exceptional financial performance and driving strategic growth for global organizations. With a deep passion for finance and a strong acumen for navigating complex financial landscapes, I consistently strive to enhance profitability, optimize operations, and create long-term value for stakeholders. Core Competencies: Financial Strategy & Management: Crafting robust financial strategies aligned with corporate objectives, overseeing budgeting and forecasting processes, and driving financial transformation initiatives. Mergers & Acquisitions: Spearheading due diligence, negotiating deals, and executing seamless integrations to unlock synergies and drive expansion. Investor Relations: Cultivating strong relationships with investors and analysts, effectively communicating financial performance, and showcasing the organization\'s financial health. Risk Mitigation: Implementing comprehensive risk management frameworks to safeguard against financial uncertainties and compliance challenges. Leadership & Team Development: Leading high-performing finance teams, fostering a collaborative culture, and empowering individuals to achieve their full potential. Successfully raised capital through strategic funding rounds, positioning the company for accelerated growth and market leadership.

Experience

1. Finance & Admin Executive (Hod)

   Holiday Inn Express Gurugram Sector 50

   Jul 2024 — Present · Gurugram, IN

   Key Roles & Responsibilities – Hotel Finance & AccountsManaged daily Outlook email communication with hotel departments, OTAs, banks, and vendors for finance and billing coordination.Posted bank receipts in the AR system, ensuring accurate allocation of guest, corporate, and OTA collectionsMaintained daily cash collection trackers and monitored room revenue collectionsProcessed and tracked BTC (Bill to Company) invoices, including verification, posting, and follow-ups for timely settlementMaintained credit card transaction trackers and performed credit card reconciliations against PMS and bank statementsProcessed NEFT transactions and ensured proper accounting entries in the systemHandled Ezy invoice processing and ensured compliance with hotel billing proceduresTracked and reviewed Private Room reports to ensure accurate room billing and revenue recognitionPerformed BTC reconciliation for AR accounts, ensuring alignment between PMS, AR, and GLConducted OTA ledger reconciliations and followed up on outstanding balances with online travel agentsReviewed Night Audit reports daily to verify room revenue, postings, and financial accuracyProcessed Accounts Payable invoices, maintained AP trackers, and ensured timely vendor paymentsConducted cash audits, handled daily cash operations, and managed imprest cash for hotel departmentsPrepared monthly accruals and supported month-end closing activitiesManaged HR finance coordination, including new joinee formalities, issuance of LOA, maintenance of employee personal files, and master data updatesGenerated Purchase Orders in Prolific, processed purchase requisitions, and completed GRN processing in coordination with stores and procurement

Education

• Uttaranchal University

  Bachelor of Commerce - BCom