VANDANA AHUJA
@vandanaahuja
Detail-oriented CA Finalist with 10+ years in Indian accounting and 4+ years in US accounting and tax compliance.
What I'm looking for
I am a detail-oriented CA Finalist with over a decade of experience in Indian accounting, taxation, and audit, plus 4+ years handling US accounting and tax compliance. I specialize in US GAAP, preparing Forms 1040/1065/1120/1120S, reconciliations, financial reporting, and end-to-end bookkeeping.
I have worked across KPOs, consultancy practices, cooperative societies, and audit firms, delivering accounting process improvements, internal control testing, GST and TDS compliance, and client-focused advisory. I prepare financial statements, tax returns, fixed asset schedules, journals, and SOPs, and collaborate closely with CPA firms and clients to resolve discrepancies.
I bring strengths in communication, teamwork, and process optimization, with hands-on experience in QuickBooks Online, Tally, Drake, Google Sheets, and Excel. I am committed to accurate reporting, regulatory compliance, and helping organizations streamline finance operations.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Consultant
MY CPE ONE
Dec 2023 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Maintained financial records and prepared US GAAP-compliant financials for multiple U.S. clients across construction, retail, and services; prepared Forms 1040, 1065, 1120/1120S and performed reconciliations to improve reporting accuracy.
Consultant
V J Consultancy Services
Apr 2019 - Nov 2023 (4 years 7 months)
Provided accounting, GST advisory, process optimization and audit support to SMEs; prepared tax computations, income tax returns and CMA reports to support financing and improve control effectiveness.
Accounting Executive
Indian Co Operative Credit Society Limited
Aug 2018 - Mar 2019 (7 months)
Processed high-volume banking transactions, maintained and finalized books under Indian accounting standards, performed GL reconciliations and supported GST/TDS compliance across multi-state operations.
Consultant
V J Consultancy Services
Aug 2016 - Jul 2018 (1 year 11 months)
Handled ROC filings and compliance for 30+ clients, advised on GST and taxation matters, and ensured adherence to accounting standards and statutory filings for corporate clients.
Account Assistant
Dinesh Thakkar & Co
Aug 2016 - Jul 2018 (1 year 11 months)
Managed daily accounting operations, bank reconciliations and inventory records; prepared and filed income tax and TDS returns and participated in statutory and VAT audits for clients up to ~Rs.50 Crores.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Chartered Accountant Final (Group-2 cleared), Chartered Accountancy
Activities and societies: Committee Member – ICAI WICASA, Baroda (2014–2015)
Cleared Group-2 of the CA Final (Institute of Chartered Accountants of India) in November 2019.
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
IPCC, Chartered Accountancy
Grade: 51.00% (Second Class)
Completed IPCC (Integrated Professional Competence Course) in May 2015 with a score of 51.00%.
Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Master of Commerce, Accounts & Finance
Grade: 54.06% (Second Class)
Activities and societies: Treasurer – AFSA, M.S. University (2013–2014); Faculty Representative (2010–2011)
Completed Master of Commerce (Accounts & Finance) in March 2015 with a focus on accounts and finance.
Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda
Bachelor of Commerce, Accounts & Finance
Grade: 62.33% (First Class)
Activities and societies: Event Coordinator – CA Day: Blood Donation & Awareness Drives; Volunteer Leader – Sayaji Utsav & Spandan Youth Festivals
Completed Bachelor of Commerce (Accounts & Finance) in March 2013 with coursework in accounting and finance.
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
CPT, Chartered Accountancy
Grade: 50.00% (Second Class)
Passed the Common Proficiency Test (CPT) in June 2011 with a score of 50.00%.
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