Department of Accountancy

About the
department

The Accountancy Department offers courses in Accountancy for B.Com., M.Com., and B.A. programs. The main objective is to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance their employability both locally and globally. Subjects covered include Financial Accounting, Auditing, Costing, and Taxation (such as Income Tax and GST), taught by experienced faculty members including professional Chartered Accountants. The department continually enriches the college community by preparing students with advanced knowledge and internationally recognized professional capabilities. March 2023.

About the
HOD

Dr. Reshma Jaisinghani serves as Assistant Professor and Vice Principal of Commerce, effective May 1, 2022, and as Head of the Accountancy Department, effective October 1, 2022. She holds an Mcom degree, a Bachelor's degree in Education (B.Ed.), and has qualified the National Eligibility Test (NET). Her area of specialization is Financial Accounting and Financial Management. With 16 years of experience, Dr. Jaisinghani has made significant contributions to research, having written, contributed to, and published five research papers.

Message from
the HOD

The main objective is to enhance students' knowledge and skills, preparing them for improved employability and professional competence. We emphasize digital literacy and encourage online accounting practices with modern tools. Annually, we organize events, seminars, and workshops focusing on current trends in Accounting. These initiatives not only foster research participation at the university level but also promote the publication of research papers.

Faculty Details

Dr. Reshma Jaisinghani

Designation:Assistant Professor Vice Principal Commerce (w.e.f. 01-05-2022) HOD of Accountancy Dept. (w.e.f.01-10-2022)

Qualification:: Ph.D, M.Com.; B.Ed.; NET

Specialization: Financial Accounting and Financial Management

Experience in years: 16 years

Research: Written, contributed and published 5 research papers in esteemed journals.

E-mail Id: reshma.jaisinghani@jaihindcollege.edu.in

Dr. Fatema Fanuswala

Designation: Assistant Professor

Qualification: Ph.D, M.Com; NET; SET

Experience in years: 09 years

Research: Written, contributed and published 4 research papers in esteemed journals.

E-mail Id: fatema.fanuswala@jaihindcollege.edu.in

Ms. Prachi Mane

Designation: Assistant Professor

Qualification: M.Com, B.Ed, NET, SET, Pursuing Ph. D

Specialization: Financial Accountancy, Management Accounting & Auditing

Experience in years: 08 years

Research: Contributed research 03 research papers in ABDC, UGC & Peer reviewed

E-mail Id: prachi.mane@jaihindcollege.edu.in

Ms. Pratishtha Sharma

Designation: Assistant Professor

Qualification: M.Com (Advanced Accounting & Taxation) Pune University, NET, PET, Pursuing Ph. D

Specialization: Financial Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Financial Management,Income Tax

Experience in years: Teaching: 5.5 years Industry: 4 Years

E-mail Id: pratishtha.sharma@jaihindcollege.edu.in

Dr. Varsha Vaswani

Designation: Assistant Professor

Qualification: M.com, B.Ed, NET, PGDFM, CMA (Inter) P.hD (Accountancy)

Specialization: Financial Management, Management Accounting, Cost Management Accounting, Advance Financial Accounting, Taxation

Experience in years: 13 years

Courses offered

- B.Com Degree (Aided)

- M.Com Degree (Self financed)

Society/Cell Under Department

Accountancy Association

Accountancy Association

Founded in 2010, the Accountancy Association is a dynamic platform dedicated to enhancing students' knowledge of accounting and evolving industry trends. Open to students from all faculties, the Association fosters a vibrant community, which included approximately 300 members during the 2023-24 academic year. Our mission is to bridge the gap between academics and industry practices by organizing a range of engaging activities. These include insightful seminars led by industry experts, aimed at keeping students updated on contemporary accounting methodologies and innovations.

Highlights from the 2023-24 academic year include:

  • Webinars on Personal & Financial Planning
  • Exploring Chat GPT and Applications of Artificial Intelligence
  • Elevation & Union Budget Discussions
Join us to gain valuable insights, connect with like-minded peers, and stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of accounting and finance.



Student Achievements

Our students excel not only in academics but also in various extracurricular pursuits, consistently showcasing their talents and determination. They have participated/earned notable accolades in prestigious inter-collegiate competitions, including:

  • Mr. FINVESTOR Award (KPB HINDUJA COLLEGE)
  • MANAGENCE (MAHARASHTRA COLLEGE)
  • Inter-Collegiate PPT Competition (VIDYALANKAR INSTITUTE)
These achievements reflect their dedication, creativity, and competitive spirit, making us proud to support their journey toward excellence.