Purva Mallya

Experience

1. Manager, External Reporting (Business Unit Controller)

   Datavant

   Feb 2021 — Present · Alpharetta, GA, US

   Key member within the financial reporting & technical accounting team, acting as the lead advisor to C-suite executives for complex technical accounting matters (such as M&A transactions, dispositions, new and complex contracts, strategic initiatives, etc.) • Collaborated across accounting function to document accounting policies and procedures, identified gaps in the existing process and suggested / implemented improvements to ensure GAAP and SOX compliance • Primarily responsible for implementing new accounting standards, amendments and updates (for ex: ASC 842) at the company-wide level and integrating these standards into the existing operational and accounting processes • Expertise in analyzing unique and complex revenue contracts within the context of ASC 606, recommending appropriate accounting treatment as well as suggesting changes to contractual language to sales teams if necessary • Extensive background in interpreting and training employees regarding the rules of capitalization of software development efforts, including start-up activities, R&D costs, etc. • Experience in analyzing complex equity transactions such as employee stock rewards, preferred shares, warrants, etc. • Involved in preparation, review of PCAOB financial statements and distribution of financial reporting package to external and internal stakeholders • Primary manager of relationships with various specialists such as external auditors, SOX advisors, valuation specialists, advisory firms ensuring timely completion of multiple projects occurring simultaneously • Collaborated cross functionally and served as the main liaison to drive Phase I and II of SOX efforts which resulted in the documentation of certain business processes and the associated risks, controls and gaps in the form of flow charts, risk control matrix. • Involved in multiple organizational initiatives to drive efficiencies and elevate talent overall (Cultural values project, trainings for accounting org, etc.)

Education

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

  Accounting

  2019 — 2020

• Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics

  Bachelor's degree, Business/Commerce, General, Distinction

  2009 — 2012

• Georgia Southern University - College of Business Administration

  Master's degree, Forensic Accounting

  2016 — 2017

• University of Mumbai

  Master's degree, Business/Commerce, General, Distinction

  2012 — 2016

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Chartered Accountant

  2010 — 2015