Samyukta Parackal Chacko
Milan
Summary
Accounting and finance professional with over four years of experience in general accounting, bookkeeping, financial reporting, account reconciliations, month-end close support, and financial analysis. Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping, balance sheet management, fixed asset accounting, journal entries, and accounting controls. Experienced in managing multiple client accounts across the full spectrum of engagement. MBA graduate in Finance from a US institution and keenly pursuing a CFA certification.
Currently enrolled in a Master's degree in Communication for Business Media & Culture at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Milan with the objective of getting into client/investor relations at financial institution.
Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, communication skills and IT skills.
Fluent in English, actively learning Italian and have experience of working in international business environments.
Overview
4
4
Languages
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Brian Kurtz CPA, South Carolina, USA
08.2022 - 09.2025
- Reviewed, verified, and recorded financial transactions in accordance with general accounting principles.
- Performed bank, balance sheet, accounts receivable, and accounts payable reconciliations.
- Supported month-end and year-end closing processes through the preparation of journal entries, account analyses, and financial reports.
- Prepared financial statements and management reports, with supporting schedules for client review.
- Developed Excel-based reporting tools utilizing Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, SUMIF, and data analysis functions.
- Streamlined inventory reporting processes, reducing preparation time by 67%.
- Conducted weekly client meetings to review financial performance, and discuss key metrics and forecasts.
- Collaborated with clients to clarify transaction details and improve bookkeeping accuracy.
- Utilized QuickBooks and spreadsheet tools to streamline account maintenance and reporting tasks.
- Generated monthly financial reports to assist client review and decision-making.
Transportation Specialist
Amazon Development Center
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Maintained accurate operational records, and analyzed performance data.
- Maintained accurate operational records and analyzed performance data.
- Assisted with manual tasks on consolidation nodes within the AFLTL program. on consolidation nodes within the AFLTL program.
- Contributed overtime support for IBFL and DM C2C WIMS, in line with business requirements.
- Coordinated daily carrier schedules to support timely freight movements across transportation network.
- Monitored shipment exceptions and resolved delays through cross-functional communication with operations and carriers.
- Updated transportation data in tracking systems to maintain accurate load visibility and status reporting.
- Analyzed route performance to identify process gaps and improve shipment consistency.
- Collaborated with logistics teams to expedite escalations and maintain service-level expectations.
- Fostered a positive work environment by promoting teamwork, collaboration, and open communication among staff members.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, encouraging feedback and suggestions from all team members.
- Watched weather and safety conditions to adapt routes and maintain standards.
Executive Client Services
ABC Consultants
11.2018 - 05.2019
- Supported business operations through documentation review, reporting, and administrative coordination.
- Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the timely completion of targets.
- Maintained accurate records and supported compliance with organizational procedures for comprehensive scrutiny of an average of 45+ candidate resumes per day.
- Reviewed data entries for accuracy, completeness, and consistency across multiple records.
- Enhanced data accuracy by implementing quality control measures and streamlining data entry processes.
- Maintained confidential information while handling sensitive customer and operational data.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to clarify missing details and correct errors.
- Reduced turnaround times for urgent requests by prioritizing tasks based on project deadlines and resource availability.
Education
Master of Science - Communication for Business, Media and Culture
Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore
Milan, Italy 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Banking and Finance
Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore
Milan, Italy 04.2001 -
Summer School - Financial Management
HEC Paris
France01-2024
Master of Business Administration - Finance
College of Charleston
South Carolina, USA01-2022
Bachelor's Degree - Economics, Psychology, and Sociology
Christ University
Bangalore, India01-2018
Skills
Accounting & Finance
US GAAP accounting
Bookkeeping
Financial Reporting
Account Reconciliations
Bank Reconciliations
Balance Sheet Reconciliations
Fixed Asset Accounting
Depreciation Schedules
Accounts Payable
Accounts Receivable
Journal Entries
Month-End Close Support
Statement Preparation
Tax Return Support
Financial Analysis
Budget Forecasting
Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
Pivot Tables
VLOOKUP
SUMIF
Data Analysis
Microsoft Office Suite
QuickBooks Online
QuickBooks Desktop
ADP Payroll
SAP FI Knowledge
iCIMS (Recruiting Software)
Certification
CFA Level I Candidate
Timeline
Accountant
Brian Kurtz CPA, South Carolina, USA
08.2022 - 09.2025
Transportation Specialist
Amazon Development Center
08.2020 - 08.2021
Executive Client Services
ABC Consultants
11.2018 - 05.2019
Master of Science - Communication for Business, Media and Culture
Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore
04.2001 -
Master of Science - Banking and Finance
Università Cattolica Del Sacro Cuore
04.2001 -
Summer School - Financial Management
HEC Paris
Master of Business Administration - Finance
College of Charleston
Bachelor's Degree - Economics, Psychology, and Sociology
Christ University
ADDITIONAL STRENGTHS
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organizational skills
- Quick learner with strong problem-solving abilities
- Effective interpersonal and communication skills
- Experience working with international clients and stakeholders
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Eligible to work in Italy and currently based in Milan