Dhirendra Bhardwaj

Finance Manager (HOD)

IDS Next Software 7.0, Accounting, Tally ERP 9 & Tally Prime, MS Office Suite, Oracle, Symphony, WINHMS, ONQ PMS, PWC, MY GST MY CAFÉ E-Invoice software, Alif, Prolific, Touche & Cygnet E-invoice Software, Analytical Skills, Statutory Compliance, Communication, Confidentiality, Financial Operations Management, Hotel Accounting, Budget Planning & Control, Payroll Administration, Cash Flow Management, Tax Compliance & Reporting, General Ledger Management, Financial Reconciliation, Statutory Reporting, Cost Control Analysis, Transaction Processing, Property Accounting Systems

Defined financial operations and compliance strategy for a 105-room hotel property with 8 banquet facilities and 2 restaurants, managing end-to-end accounting, statutory reporting, and cash flow oversight. Leads accounts team through daily transaction processing, reconciliation, and regulatory filings while ensuring accurate monthly reporting against forecasts and prior periods.

• Managed accounts receivable, payable, and general ledger reconciliation across multiple cost centers; processed vendor invoices, debtor collections, and cash reimbursements with supporting documentation.
• Prepared monthly P&L statements, balance sheets, and financial analysis for management review; submitted accurate accounts with variance comparisons to budgets and prior-year periods.
• Computed and filed statutory returns including TDS, GST, GSTR, income tax, PF, and ESIC; maintained audit-ready records for balance sheet, ledger, and transaction documentation.
• Oversaw payroll processing and fund transfers; managed OTA settlements and supervised accounts team on daily accounting tasks, invoice processing, and cash flow controls.
• Reviewed lease and rent agreements; processed bill payments for utilities, taxes, insurance, and asset maintenance while monitoring late payments and bad debt exposure.

Defined financial strategy and operations for a 70-room hotel property with dual banquet facilities, four lawn areas, and dual food and beverage outlets. Managed end-to-end accounting, budgeting, and cost control across all revenue streams and operational departments.

• Oversaw monthly financial close and statutory compliance across hospitality operations spanning accommodation, banqueting, and food and beverage divisions.
• Structured cost control initiatives across 70-room inventory and ancillary facilities, tracking operational efficiency metrics across multiple revenue centers.
• Coordinated with department heads on budget allocation and variance analysis to align spending with seasonal demand patterns and occupancy forecasts.

Defined finance strategy and operations for a 146-room hotel property encompassing 5 banquet facilities, 2 restaurants, and 1 bar. Managed end-to-end financial planning, reporting, and cost control across all revenue centers and operational departments.

• Oversaw monthly financial close, budget variance analysis, and P&L reporting for multi-outlet hospitality operation with combined annual revenue across food, beverage, and room divisions.
• Controlled operational expenses and cash flow across banquet, restaurant, and bar functions through vendor management, inventory reconciliation, and departmental cost audits.
• Coordinated with department heads on pricing strategy, revenue forecasting, and capital expenditure approvals to align financial targets with operational capacity.

Defined financial operations and compliance strategy at Hotel Brijrama Palace, steering end-to-end reporting, payroll administration, and statutory obligations across the heritage property.

• Architected monthly financial reporting and reconciliation processes, ensuring accuracy across general ledger accounts and bank statements.
• Managed payroll administration and tax compliance for all staff, coordinating statutory filings and regulatory requirements.
• Oversaw financial controls and audit readiness, maintaining documentation standards for heritage hotel operations.

Defined financial reporting and management strategy at Hotel Rivatas By Ideal, overseeing end-to-end accounting operations and financial controls across the property.

• Managed monthly financial close cycles, reconciliations, and regulatory compliance reporting for hospitality operations.
• Built internal financial reporting frameworks and dashboards to track operational metrics and cash flow performance.
• Coordinated with department heads on budget planning and variance analysis to control costs across rooms, food and beverage, and administrative functions.

Defined financial operations and reporting protocols for Hotel Ideal Tower's daily accounting function, managing end-to-end transaction processing and reconciliation across hotel operations in Varanasi.

• Processed daily financial transactions and account reconciliations, ensuring accurate ledger entries and timely month-end close procedures.
• Maintained hotel operational accounts across multiple cost centers, tracking revenue streams and expense categories for management reporting.
• Prepared daily financial summaries and variance reports for operations leadership, supporting budget monitoring and cash flow visibility.

Defined administrative and financial reporting processes for the Sales Tax Department, managing end-to-end support for tax compliance documentation and financial reconciliation across multiple reporting cycles.

• Maintained sales tax filing records and prepared supporting documentation for regulatory submissions and internal audits.
• Coordinated financial data compilation and report generation to meet monthly and quarterly tax reporting deadlines.
• Processed and verified transaction records to ensure accuracy in tax calculations and compliance documentation.

Defined accounting and finance operations strategy at Hello Tunes Communication Pvt Ltd, overseeing day-to-day financial processes and compliance across the organization.

• Managed month-end close cycles, reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions, maintaining vendor relationships and cash flow controls.
• Coordinated with internal teams on financial documentation and regulatory compliance requirements.