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Swapna Chandak, Founder, Xtrahands
Hi! I am a dedicated and seasoned finance and accounting professional with 12+ years of experience in providing attest and advisory services for clients including real estate developers, owners, managers and investment funds.
Armed with comprehensive knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance, I'm eager to provide tailored financial services to businesses within the real estate industry and beyond. I'm committed to building trusted relationships, delivering measurable results, and contributing positively to the operational and financial success of my clients.
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Professional Experience
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More than 12 years of experience in providing attest and advisory services primarily in the real estate industry including owner, operator and managers as well as real estate investment funds.
✔ Led audit and other reporting and advisory engagements to ensure compliance with industry regulations, best practices and internal policies for several client portfolios across all major asset classes including commercial, residential, industrial and development.
✔ Strong technical background in US GAAP and income-tax basis of accounting.
✔ Considerable experience with construction cost certifications including low-income housing tax credit (LIHTC) certifications, historical tax credit certifications and industrial & commercial abatement program (ICAP) tax abatement certifications.
✔ Significant experience with reporting for The US Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) Projects.
✔ Experience with other reporting projects including historical IRR, project cashflowsand other KPI reporting for funds and real estate investments.
Firm Details Include
✔ Mazars USA LLP, New York, New York (8+ years)
✔ Lindquist, von Husen & Joyce LLP, San Francisco, California (4+ years)
✔ Laxminiwas& Co Chartered Accountants, Hyderabad, India (3 years)
Education And Professional Certifications
✔ Uniform CPA examination conducted by AICPA
✔ CFA Level II examination conducted by AIMR
✔ CA examination conducted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)
Vandana Mehta, Director, Xtrahands
Hi! I am a seasoned finance professional with experience in strategic financial management, operational excellence, talent management and organizational development. Proven track record in driving operational excellence, fostering cross-cultural collaboration, and implementing strategic initiatives that enhance productivity and profitability. Adept at managing high-stakes projects with a focus on delivering superior results.
A certified Independent Director (IOD), providing experience to new business entities in setting up operations and meeting organizational and performance expectations.
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Professional Experience
✔ Directed offshore teams, managing day-to-day operations and ensuring alignment with corporate strategies.
✔ Coordinated with international offices to standardize processes and optimize workflows, resulting in increase in efficiency.
✔ Developed and executed training programs to enhance team capabilities and address skill gaps.
✔ Managed risk assessment and mitigation strategies to address operational challenges and ensure project success.
✔ Cultivated strong relationships with clients and stakeholders to support business development and customer satisfaction.
Firm Details Include
✔ Supermedistore
✔ Thomson Reuters (Global Accounting Services)
✔ HSBC Electronic Data
✔ GE Capital International Services Ltd
Education And Professional Certifications
✔ Certified Independent Director, Institute of Directors (IOD) India
✔ MBA Finance, T.A.Pai Management Institute
More than 12 years of experience in providing attest and advisory services primarily in the real estate industry including owner, operator and managers as well as real estate investment funds.
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