swarna chokanathan
@swarnachokanathan
Finance and risk professional with UI/UX experience driving compliance and process optimization.
What I'm looking for
I am a finance and risk professional with a strong background in financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance, complemented by practical UI/UX and customer experience design skills.
Throughout my career I have led finance operations, implemented controls, and driven process automation that reduced manual reconciliation time by 40% and lowered invoicing errors by 30%.
I have experience across accounting, audit, risk assessment, budget monitoring, and regulatory documentation, and I’ve supported audits and ensured 100% tax compliance for clients.
I combine financial discipline with digital design sensibilities—leading UI/UX improvements that increased user engagement by 30% and building high-fidelity prototypes to improve usability and operational workflows.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Accounting & Finance
G. Ragumaren & Co
Sep 2025 - Present (5 months)
Spearheading the revamp of accounting operations by implementing accounting software and strengthening controls, overseeing end-to-end financial management, reconciliations, trust account handling, and year-end reporting to ensure regulatory compliance and improved cash flow.
Business & Financial Risk Analyst
Peregrine Solutions Sdn Bhd
Feb 2023 - Dec 2024 (1 year 10 months)
Managed financial transactions and compliance documentation, conducted risk assessments to identify process improvements, and maintained internal audit tracking to improve reporting accuracy and financial controls.
Finance & Internal Controls Executive
Elliot & Co
Jan 2022 - Dec 2022 (11 months)
Processed accounts receivable and reconciliations, maintained audit-ready documentation, and supported internal controls and risk assessments to ensure compliance with financial policies.
Accounts Executive
Qualitas Medical Group
May 2021 - Jan 2022 (8 months)
Managed accounts payable for 11 clinic branches, processed invoices and aging schedules, and assisted in budget tracking and financial reporting to reduce discrepancies and support compliance.
Accounts Assistant
Black Tulip Group
Jun 2020 - Apr 2021 (10 months)
Processed daily sales invoices, reconciliations, and cash transactions while liaising with customers on outstanding payments to maintain accurate financial records and policy compliance.
Audit & Tax Associate
Rabin & Associates
Feb 2019 - Jan 2020 (11 months)
Conducted financial audits and compliance checks for corporate clients, reviewed financial statements to identify risks and discrepancies, and assisted in preparing audit reports aligned with tax and governance standards.
Finance Intern
The Temple Of Fine Arts KL
Feb 2018 - Dec 2018 (10 months)
Performed daily journal entries and reconciliations, monitored sales receipts and payments, and supported compliance tracking and documentation for internal audits.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Derby
Bachelor of Arts (Hons), Accounting & Finance
2015 - 2018
Completed a BA (Hons) in Accounting & Finance, covering accounting principles, financial reporting, and risk management.
Sunway College
Canadian International Matriculation Program, Pre-university / Matriculation
2013 - 2014
Completed the Canadian International Matriculation Program focusing on pre-university preparation for business and finance studies.
SMK Bukit Bandaraya
SPM, Secondary Education
2008 - 2012
Completed Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) secondary education with focus on general secondary curriculum.
Tech stack
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