Alpesh Ashok More
Mumbai
Summary
To merge my passion for finance with my interest in the creative industries by contributing to the strategic and financial operations of film and media projects.
I aim to ensure accurate reporting, effective budget control, smooth project execution, and efficient team management.
Senior Accountant with over 10 years of specialized experience in the Media & Entertainment industry, with a strong focus on film production finance. Proven expertise in cost reporting, production budgeting, cash flow management, vendor & talent reconciliation, taxation, and audit coordination. Started my career in a multinational environment and have grown into a strategic finance partner through hands-on involvement in every stage of the film production cycle. Known for a solution-oriented mindset, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with producers, directors, and line producers to ensure financial accuracy and smooth project execution.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
P Sivaramakrishnan & Associates LLP
10.2019 - 02.2025
- Managed end-to-end film and production accounting for feature films, web series, ad shoots, and high-profile weddings ensuring accurate tracking of all financial transactions.
- Prepared and maintained detailed cost reports and budget trackers for producers and production heads.
- Oversaw production budgets and cash flow management, ensuring timely fund allocation and expense monitoring.
- Generated monthly MIS reports, cost sheets, and variance analyses for production heads and finance teams to support strategic decision-making.
- Oversaw vendor and talent reconciliation, ensuring timely disbursement and accounting accuracy for actors, crew, and technicians.
- Handled GST, TDS, and Income Tax filings as per Indian taxation laws applicable to film projects and artist payments.
- Drafted and vetted legal agreements, payment contracts, and vendor documentation related to film productions.
- Coordinated with auditors for internal and statutory audits, ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
- Coordinated and managed multiple types of insurance policies for shoots, including coverage for equipment, sets, locations, and cast/crew. Maintained documentation, ensured adherence to claim procedures, and successfully followed up on refund settlements.
- Liaised with legal and compliance teams to ensure DTAA regulations and foreign remittance protocols were followed for overseas shoots and international artist payments.
- Maintained a centralized digital archive of financial and legal records for each project to ensure data transparency and audit readiness.
- Acted as a key liaison between production teams and finance, ensuring smooth communication and timely decision-making.
- Conducted risk assessments for large-scale shoots, including remote or international locations, and advised on necessary financial safeguards.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to junior accountants and interns, helping build team capability and knowledge transfer.
Senior Accountant
Global Outsourcing Solutions & Company
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Software knowledge - Xero / Sage One / Entryless / Online QuickBooks / TaxCalc /VT/T+ / Free agent.
- Handling and inputting purchase and sales invoices on daily basis.
- Handling and inputting receipt & payments on daily basis.
- Aged Debtors and Aged Creditors analysis.
- Bank reconciliation.
- Book-keeping process.
- Year-end process.
- Drafting & vetting of various documents, Letters and License agreement etc.
- Draft account filling on Companies House website.
- Confirmation statement filling on Companies House website.
- CT-600 filling on Companies House website.
- VAT return filing on Companies House website.
- Research work.
Accounts Executive Level-1
Global Accounting Solution Pvt. Ltd.
04.2015 - 06.2017
- Software knowledge - TAS by SAGE.
- Bank reconciliation.
- Handling and inputting purchase and sales invoices on daily basis.
- Handling and inputting receipt & payments on daily basis.
- Planning, Organizing, structuring and delegating / assigning various tasks to other team members.
- Debtors and Creditors analysis.
- Year-end accounting and scrutiny work.
- Audit work on various accounting elements.
- Training provided to new employees and presentation on refresher training.
- Conducting quality check on the entries.
- Filing system organization.
- Data management.
- Handling all the accounting activities on daily basis.
Accounts Assistant
Solvent Flakt India Pvt. Ltd.
02.2014 - 11.2014
- Software knowledge – MFG PRO
- Handled petty cash expenses on daily basis.
- Preparing and maintaining receivables and payables statements on daily basis and reporting for the same.
- Solving Client queries on e-mails and calls.
- Regular Follow-up with customers through mails and calls for collecting our dues of C-Forms, H-Forms, I-Forms & issuance of E1.
- Follow-up with customers for Payment Collection and reporting for the same.
- Overachieving targets and helping in generating revenue of the company.
- Making Cheques and Vouchers for vendor payments, employee’s reimbursement as well as vouching and auditing for the same.
- Maintain a positive response and experience from customer’s point of view.
- Getting quotes from different vendors through research and implementing the cheap and best vendor.
- Devising and maintaining office systems, including data management and filing.
- Arranging travel and accommodation to client and outstation employees as and when required.
- Screening phone calls, inquiries and requests, and handling them when appropriate.
- Organizing and managing various office events and meetings.
- Handling all the Accounting and Administrative activities on daily basis.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce -
Sathaye College
01-2013
Higher Secondary Certificate -
Sathaye College
01-2010
Secondary School Certificate -
Kher Nagar School
01-2008
Skills
- Knowledge of Accounting, Film production finance & Research
- Strong analytical, Problem solving and Organizational ability
- Dedicated, Motivated, Hard-working, Self-confident and Active personality
- Ability to deal with people diplomatically
- Strong communication skill
- Possess leadership quality
- Willingness to learn
- Strong creativity
Timeline
Senior Accountant
P Sivaramakrishnan & Associates LLP
10.2019 - 02.2025
Senior Accountant
Global Outsourcing Solutions & Company
06.2017 - 12.2017
Accounts Executive Level-1
Global Accounting Solution Pvt. Ltd.
04.2015 - 06.2017
Accounts Assistant
Solvent Flakt India Pvt. Ltd.
02.2014 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Commerce -
Sathaye College
Higher Secondary Certificate -
Sathaye College
Secondary School Certificate -
Kher Nagar School
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