Ravin Seechurn
New Grove
Summary
Seasoned leader with a proven track record of driving business growth, operational excellence, and strategic vision. 20 years of experience in the financial sector, possessing a deep understanding of market dynamics, industry trends, and competitive landscapes. Leadership style characterized by fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and accountability, empowering teams to achieve peak performance. Adeptly steers the company towards achieving its overarching goals and objectives through effective communication and stakeholder engagement. Relentlessly focused on customer satisfaction and value creation, consistently delivering results and positioning the company for sustained success in a dynamic business environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manager
MEASAT International (South Asia) Ltd
03.2015 - Current
- Maintained integrity of the general ledger, including the chart of accounts
- Filed tax returns and prepared governmental reports in compliance with strict standards
- Analysed monthly balance sheet accounts for corporate reporting
- Generated financial statements and facilitated account closing procedures each month
- Compiled general ledger entries on a short schedule with accuracy
- Computed taxes owed by applying prescribed rates, laws and regulations
- Created periodic reports comparing budgeted costs to actual costs
- Prepared programme operating budgets, budget reports and other financial performance reports
- Analysed key aspects of the business to evaluate the factors driving results and summarised results into presentations
- Analysed contract performance for bidding, budgets and forecasts
- Designed the financial model for a new business unit
- Evaluated mortgage loan risk based on sound underwriting decisions
Managing Director
Fanrong Consultancy Services Ltd
05.2012 - Current
- Company Overview: Member of XLNC
- Implements corporate strategy seamlessly.
- Coordinates everyday business processes.
- Plans and initiates tactics for increasing revenue.
- Guides team to achieve and outperform set objectives.
- Provides leadership to the tax and company secretary teams.
- Presents key findings and plans to senior management, board of directors and relevant stakeholders.
- Ensured compliance with government and regulatory business laws, regulations, and company policies.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning by investing in employee development programs and resources.
Lecturer
Open University of Mauritius
06.2017 - 06.2024
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
- Participated in conferences and professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date with latest trends in field.
Lecturer
National Cooperative College
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Conducted individual research projects to actively contribute to institution's research work.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Used PowerPoint and Google Classroom technology to give presentations to student classrooms.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments, providing detailed feedback for improvement and growth.
Manager-Finance and Accounts
Thomas Cook (Mauritius) Operation Co Ltd
04.2012 - 03.2015
- Modified a comprehensive financial reporting package to reflect growing organisational complexity
- Maintained integrity of the general ledger, including the chart of accounts
- Filed tax returns and prepared governmental reports in compliance with strict standards
- Analysed monthly balance sheet accounts for corporate reporting
- Generated financial statements and facilitated account closing procedures each month
- Compiled general ledger entries on a short schedule with accuracy
- Analysed and researched reporting issues to improve accounting operations procedures
- Trained 5 new employees on accounting principles and company procedures
- Computed taxes owed by applying prescribed rates, laws and regulations
- Created periodic reports comparing budgeted costs to actual costs
- Suggested budgetary changes to increase company profits
Senior fund and client Accountant
GWMS
05.2009 - 03.2012
- Responsible for client asset base including funds
- Supervised accounts receivables clerks, a team of five
- Compiled financial reports pertaining to cash receipts, expenditures, and profit and loss
- Filed tax returns and prepared governmental reports in compliance with strict standards
- Maintained integrity of the general ledger, including the chart of accounts
- Compiled general ledger entries on a short schedule accuracy
- Computed taxes owed by applying prescribed rates, laws and regulations
- Proactively researched technical tax issues related to consulting projects
Client Accountant
International Proximity
09.2006 - 05.2009
- Maintained integrity of the general ledger, including the chart of accounts
- Filed tax returns and prepared governmental reports in compliance with strict standards
- Analysed monthly balance sheet accounts for corporate reporting
- Computed taxes owed by applying prescribed rates, laws and regulations
Assistant Accountant
Kross Broder Trust Services Limited
05.2005 - 08.2006
- Maintained integrity of the general ledger, including the chart of accounts
- Filed tax returns and prepared governmental reports in compliance with strict standards
- Analysed monthly balance sheet accounts for corporate reporting
- Generated financial statements and facilitated account closing procedures each month
- Computed taxes owed by applying prescribed rates, laws and regulations
Senior Finance Officer
Mauritius Jute and Textile Industries
11.2004 - 05.2005
- Maintained integrity of the general ledger, including the chart of accounts
- Filed tax returns and prepared governmental reports in compliance with strict standards
- Analysed monthly balance sheet accounts for corporate reporting
- Generated financial statements and facilitated account closing procedures each month
Junior auditor
Bacha & Bacha
03.2004 - 10.2004
- Maintained integrity of the general ledger, including the chart of accounts
- Computed taxes owed by applying prescribed rates, laws and regulations
Education
Ph.D. - Finance
University of Mauritius
Mauritius12-2029
MBA - Executive
Leeds Beckett University
01.2015
Professional - Accounting & Finance
ACCA - UK
01.2012
HSC
Mootoocoomaren Sangeelee State Secondary School
Mauritius01.2002
S.C
Windsor College
Rose Belle, Mauritius01-2000
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Business planning
- Market analysis
- Corporate finance
- Performance measurement
- Corporate law
- Management best practices
- Organizational skills
- Leadership skills
- Communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Presentation skills
- Analytical skills
- Problem-solving skills
- CPA
- Tax expertise
- Decision-making
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Customer service
Certification
Pitman Qualifications, 04/2003, First-class pass in Practical Spreadsheet Processing (Intermediary), Data Processing Techniques (Intermediary) and in Word Processing Techniques (Intermediary).
Accomplishments
- Decreased company costs by 20% through accurate financial modelling, budgeting and process improvements.
- Developed several new productivity measurement tools through an enterprise-wide financial reporting effort.
- Founded Fanrong Group in 2009.
- Joined XLNC alliance in 2024, which offers Fanrong Group Ltd to service its clients in more than 100 locations.
Additional Information
I enjoy reading books and financial magazines., Member of various social and cultural associations.
Parttimejobs
- Lecturer, 06/2017, Current, Open University of Mauritius, Reduit
- Lecturer, 06/2020, 12/2021, National Cooperative College, Terre Rouge
Directorships
- Fanrong Group Ltd, 02/12/2009
- Fanrong Professional Services Ltd, 05/20/2018
- Fruits and Vegetables Growers Ltd, 05/20/2018
- Fanrong Financial Services Ltd, 04/11/2019
- Fanrong Innovation Ltd, 10/19/2020
- Fanrong Consultancy Services Ltd, 05/10/2022
Activities
- ACCA Mauritius Network Panel, Panel member, 05/2022, 04/2025
- ACCA Mauritius Network Panel, Chairperson, 05/2023, 04/2025
Affiliations
- Member of Social and cultural group
Reading book
Interests: Avid reader of books and financial magazines, with a keen interest in staying updated on industry trends and developments.
Languages
Creole Mauricien
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
French
Elementary
A2
Hindi
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Lecturer
National Cooperative College
06.2020 - 12.2021
Lecturer
Open University of Mauritius
06.2017 - 06.2024
Manager
MEASAT International (South Asia) Ltd
03.2015 - Current
Managing Director
Fanrong Consultancy Services Ltd
05.2012 - Current
Manager-Finance and Accounts
Thomas Cook (Mauritius) Operation Co Ltd
04.2012 - 03.2015
Senior fund and client Accountant
GWMS
05.2009 - 03.2012
Client Accountant
International Proximity
09.2006 - 05.2009
Assistant Accountant
Kross Broder Trust Services Limited
05.2005 - 08.2006
Senior Finance Officer
Mauritius Jute and Textile Industries
11.2004 - 05.2005
Junior auditor
Bacha & Bacha
03.2004 - 10.2004
Professional - Accounting & Finance
ACCA - UK
Ph.D. - Finance
University of Mauritius
MBA - Executive
Leeds Beckett University
HSC
Mootoocoomaren Sangeelee State Secondary School
S.C
Windsor College
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