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ACCA Certified (CPA Equivalent) | MS Accounting (STEM), University of Washington | 12+ Years in Finance, Audit & Data Analytics. Transforming complex financial data into clear, actionable insights.
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Over a decade of experience spanning public accounting, oil & gas, and manufacturing — combining financial precision with analytical power.
I am a finance, audit and accounting professional with an ACCA certification (CPA equivalent) and a Master of Science in Accounting (STEM) from the University of Washington. My career spans audit supervision, senior accounting analysis, and cost accounting roles across the US and internationally.
Passionate about leveraging data analytics tools like Power BI, Tableau, and Alteryx to turn raw financial data into strategic insights. Currently preparing for the CPA exam, having fulfilled the 150-credit requirement.
10+ years of progressive roles across manufacturing, oil & gas, and public accounting firms.
A comprehensive toolkit spanning financial reporting, ERP systems, data analytics, and business intelligence.
Strong academic foundation combined with prestigious professional certifications.
Active contributor beyond the workplace — from academic leadership to community volunteering and sports.
Accounting Hub Specialist at University of Washington Tacoma, supporting fellow students.
Association of Indian Students, UW Tacoma Chapter — led marketing and outreach initiatives.
National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS), UW Tacoma Chapter.
Accounting Student Association (ASA), UW Tacoma — represented student interests.
Beach cleanups, support for special needs children, and sustainability reporting contributions at PARCO.
Actively participates in cycling, marathons, and table tennis tournaments.
Multilingual professional able to connect across cultures.
Personal reflections, milestones, and moments that shaped my professional and personal journey.
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Tacoma, WA 98402