Avanash Dass
195 El Carmen Village St.Helena - DoB: 23/10/1985
Summary
Capable and skillful in data collection and analysis with meticulous eye for detail. Known for strong general ledger accounting, account reconciliation and audit support. Specialist in job-related software.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Inventory Analyst
Caribbean Bottlers Tdad and Tobago Ltd
Macoya
09.2022 - Current
- Assessed inventory levels to ensure accuracy of all products in the warehouse.
- Developed and implemented strategies for reducing excess inventory and improving stock rotation.
- Analyzed sales trends to forecast demand and identify potential ordering opportunities.
- Monitored supplier performance, ensuring timely delivery of goods to meet customer requirements.
- Created detailed reports on inventory levels, forecasting, and budgeting.
- Conducted regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Collaborated with purchasing team to reduce lead times and improve supply chain efficiency.
- Identified discrepancies between physical count and system records, investigated root causes, and recommended corrective actions.
- Tracked movements of stock within the warehouse to ensure proper storage conditions were maintained.
- Adjusted reorder points based on seasonal variations in product demand.
- Ensured compliance with company policies related to inventory management.
- Implemented new software systems for tracking stock movement across multiple locations.
- Provided training sessions for staff on best practices for managing inventory levels.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations when handling materials in the warehouse.
- Worked closely with other departments such as Sales and Marketing to plan promotional campaigns that would increase sales volumes without overstocking products.
- Maintained appropriate inventory of supplies, equipment and products.
- Resolved problems and managed multiple tasks using strong planning and process management abilities.
- Collaborated and communicated with various team members, business partners and vendors.
- Identified product usage in business history and based minimum and maximum inventory levels on those needs.
- Identified inefficiencies within supply chain and implemented strategies resulting in improved performance.
- Supported supply chain projects and initiatives to manage on-going business needs.
- Gathered and analyzed information regarding warehousing, distribution and customs in relation to supply chain management.
- Converted data into graphs and charts, providing insight into business operations and results.
- Assisted supply chain management in meeting metrics by maintaining open lines of communication.
- Compiled and analyzed data and presented updates on sales and supply chain requirements.
- Presented findings and recommendations in meetings with supply chain leadership.
- Drove standardization of tools and processes to build scalable execution plans with stakeholders.
- Strengthened integrity, developing organization systems for records, reports and agendas.
- Exceeded specific team goals, partnering with staff to share and implement best practices.
Assistant Warehouse Manager
Ansa Coatings Limited
Tumpuna Rd, Arima
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Appointed Subject Matter Expert in Microsoft D365 Warehousing and Inventory modules
- Instrumental in the successful implementation of Ansa Coatings Limited first warehouse management system
- Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
- Increased productivity by 15% daily through cross-training and thorough training of both current employees and new hires.
- Managed warehouse system updates to increase productivity and reduce errors, eg. Implementation of item picking location on picklists.
- Satisfied 100% reporting requirements with timely and accurate logging of daily activities. eg On time delivery report, order fulfillment status in %, equipment checklist.
- Secured resourcing for materials, equipment and personnel to meet warehouse operational needs.
- Researched issues to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Applied schedule, organizational and routing knowledge to enhance delivery planning moving on time delivery from 73-85% to 100%.
- Reconciled accounting records, including shipping and receiving logs and purchase orders.
- Used logistics appointment scheduling software to track orders, provide updates and confirm deliveries.
- Updated customers and interdepartmental employees on critical shipments upon request.
- Generated repeat business through development of devoted customer service to loyal clients.
- Employed first-in first-out protocols to reduce waste by 0.5% of total Finished goods inventory value.
- Managing a team of 14 - 2 billing clerks, 3 casuals, 1 supervisor & 8 unionized warehousing staff.
- Utilization of company's policies in comparison too Transport and Industrial workers union (TIWU) collective agreements to settle disputes.
- Hiring & disciplining of staff
Inventory Controls Coordinator
Ansa Coatings Limited
Tumpuna Rd, Arima
06.2019 - 03.2021
- Managing and coordinate quarterly inventory counts for all Ansa Coatings warehouses and non franchise shops.
- Executed and reported variance and gap analysis.
- Proactively identified and proposed business processes and system enhancements.
- Investigated and resolved variances with inventory records.
- Reduced inventory variances and achieve set KPI of .5% net & 1% absolute
- Continuously performed cycle counts on daily basis to immediately spot errors and apply remedies.
- Organized and processed damaged goods according to vendor and manufacturer procedures.
- Analyzed shortages and reported findings to stakeholders, focusing on continuous improvement.
- All Product costing done quarterly & in accordance to IAS2.
- Preparing and submitting inventory valuation reports to stakeholders
- Meeting month end close off deadline 100%
- Team lead pf the Inventory team in managers absence or when assigned
Inventory Coordinator
Kaleidoscope Paints Limited
El Socorro, San Juan
09.2013 - 05.2019
- Managed a staff of 13 - 3 Supervisors, 5 Inventory clerks & 5 warehouse attendants
- Coordinate periodic inventory count of 2800+ skus twice a year.
- Reduced net variances and achieved KPI of .5% total inventory value.
- ISO auditor to improve and work with compliance to ensure streamlined processes in accordance to SOP.
- Kept department records and updated documentation with latest counts.
- Researched and corrected discrepancies quickly to maintain current information.
- Performed 8 area counts each week.
- Completed full department audits bi weekly.
- Coordinated inventory, stocking & requisitioning of raw materials requirements.
- Completed forecasts which determined accurate inventory levels for Finished goods thus reducing out of stock scenarios & over stock positions by 22%.
- Maintained meticulous records to track adjustments, pallet audits and errors.
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by supervising inventory cycle counting processes, including accounting and reporting of surplus, product returns and damages.
- Entered information into system to update status reports & submitting to all stakeholders
- Trained newly hired employees on all aspects of performing audits and cycle counts.
- Monitored project progress and presented status to leaders to solve productivity issues.
- Saved costs by coordinating inventory requirements and vendor procurement details to mitigate financial discrepancies. Refer to accomplishment section of resume.
- Completing of performance appraisals quarterly
- Implementing KPIs for the inventory team & managing staff ratings to ensure continuous improvements.
Senior Accounting Technician
Massy Stores
Wrightson Rd, POS
01.2010 - 08.2013
- Improving on accounts payable reconciliation turn around time. Refer to Accomplishment section of resume.
- Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records.
- Assessed data and information to check entries, calculations and billing codes for accuracy.
- Compiled journal entries on short schedule with near-perfect accuracy.
- Performed day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, computing, posting and recording accounts payable data and reconciled daily totals to confirm proper accounting.
- Followed detailed end-of-month accounting procedures to verify proper balancing of all local and foreign accounts and readiness for new month.
- Resolved vendor and employee inquiries about invoices and purchases quickly through research.
- Maintained detailed and accurate ledgers and invoice documents to accurately communicate payment needs to clients.
Senior Accounts Clerk
CMA CGM Trinidad Limited
Wrightson Rd, POS
01.2006 - 12.2009
- Prepared accurate disbursement accounts each month by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information.
- Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures and correct problems with physical and digital files.
- Maintained account books and accounting systems with accuracy by entering data precisely and proofreading.
- Followed detailed end-of-month accounting procedures to verify proper balancing of all accounts and readiness for new month.
- Maintained accuracy when reviewing and reconciling general ledger.
- Reviewed vendor invoices and expense reports, identifying discrepancies.
- Verified items billed against items received and followed-up with vendors and employees to reconcile variances.
- Managing the petty cash valued up to TTD 500.00
- Preparing supplemental invoices when required to ensure accurate collections of outstanding monies to be reimbursed by Principals.
Accounts Payable Clerk
Huggins Shipping & Customs Brokerage Limited
Charles Street POS
11.2005 - 12.2005
- Reconciled monthly statements and transactions to keep records accurate and current.
- Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records.
- Paid vendors and verified accounts and payment totals.
- Handled all invoices and purchase orders by properly logging into system.
Warehouse Attendant
Massy Stores
Wrightson Rd, POS
09.2002 - 11.2005
- Recognized defective material and reported issues to management.
- Counted and stocked different types of merchandise to comply with inventory control tag requirements.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Moved large and bulky items manually or with equipment such as electric jacks or forklifts.
- Tagged unmarked merchandise with item number.
- Labeled customer packages to prevent unnecessary delays in loading and shipping of ordered goods.
- Unloaded cargo from trucks with mechanized equipment.
- Loaded perishable goods into environmentally controlled trucks.
- Accessed elevated products from manlifts and high-reach ladders.
- Employed first-in first-out protocols to reduce waste.
- Daily replinsihng of stock to manage proper rotation of 3500+ sku maintained by expiration dates.
- Performing cycle counts with inventory team
- Participating in mid year and end of year inventory counts
Education
Diploma - Foundations in Accountancy (ACCA)
School of Business And Computer Science
Mt. Hope06.2022
Certificate - Supervisory Leadership
Christian Hannigan
St.Joseph09.2021
Certificate - Inventory And Warehousing Management
Arthur Lok Jack Graduate School
Mt. Hope06.2015
Certificate - Effective Business Writing
Arthur Lok Jack Graduate School
Mt. Hope08.2014
Certificate in Excel Tips And Tricks
Arthur Lok Jack Graduate School
Mt. Hope06.2010
Caribbean Examination Council
Tunapuna Government Secondary
Tunapuna08.2002
Skills
- Transaction management
- Reporting processes and process driven
- Policy development
- Critical thinking
- Troubleshooting
- Strategic thinking
- Auditing
- Analytical research and reconciling
- Proficient in understanding software's
- Customer care
- Coaching
References
Hobbies
Cricket
Hiking
Reading
Learning new skills in Microsoft excel
Music
Cooking
Accomplishments
Ansa Coatings Limited:
Identifying reasons for variances by reconciling high valued items and bringing forward reports with recommendations, action plans and warehouse reorganization where necessary.
Improving, reinforcing and newly implemented procedures to streamline and remove process & knowledge gaps that resulted in maintaining reduction of variances and accurate accounting of inventory.
Becoming a significant player for Ansa's external entities and internal departments by guiding personnel through the ERP systems in D365 and how to achieve compliance.
Reducing quarterly absolute variances from as significant as 19% in EOY 2019 count to .5% current 2021 variance.
Kaleidoscope Paints Limited:
Achieved in period of critical USD currency unavailability a recoverable of 52,880 (354k TTD) by reconciling foreign payables account and correcting issues with two shipments valued at said cost.
Negotiated all relevant disposal, shipping and storage cost for the destruction of both shipments valued by Kaizen at 120k TTD.
Massy stores:
Created reconciling format using Microsoft excel to improve turn around time for balancing major reconciliations from 5 days to 2.5 hours. Drastically improved accuracy and follow ups in accounts payables reconciliations by managing unreconciled items and settling of queries in a more timely & efficient manner.
Timeline
Senior Inventory Analyst
Caribbean Bottlers Tdad and Tobago Ltd
09.2022 - Current
Assistant Warehouse Manager
Ansa Coatings Limited
03.2021 - 08.2022
Inventory Controls Coordinator
Ansa Coatings Limited
06.2019 - 03.2021
Inventory Coordinator
Kaleidoscope Paints Limited
09.2013 - 05.2019
Senior Accounting Technician
Massy Stores
01.2010 - 08.2013
Senior Accounts Clerk
CMA CGM Trinidad Limited
01.2006 - 12.2009
Accounts Payable Clerk
Huggins Shipping & Customs Brokerage Limited
11.2005 - 12.2005
Warehouse Attendant
Massy Stores
09.2002 - 11.2005
Diploma - Foundations in Accountancy (ACCA)
School of Business And Computer Science
Certificate - Supervisory Leadership
Christian Hannigan
Certificate - Inventory And Warehousing Management
Arthur Lok Jack Graduate School
Certificate - Effective Business Writing
Arthur Lok Jack Graduate School
Certificate in Excel Tips And Tricks
Arthur Lok Jack Graduate School
Caribbean Examination Council
Tunapuna Government Secondary
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