She Balances the Books: Stories of Women Who Lead in Accounting | Women's Day 2025

Описание: She balances the books – A roundtable conversation

In this inspiring roundtable discussion, Zoho brings together remarkable women in accounting and finance to share their journeys, challenges, and triumphs. From breaking barriers in a traditionally male-dominated field to leading with confidence, these professionals offer invaluable insights into what it takes to thrive in the industry.

Here's what to expect:
Stories of resilience and success in accounting
Overcoming challenges and redefining leadership
Advice for aspiring accountants and finance professionals

Join the conversation and celebrate the women who are balancing the books and shaping the future of finance!

Drop your thoughts in the comments—what challenges have you faced or overcome in your career? Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more empowering discussions!

Hosted By: Geena Bharwani, Zoho

Chartered accountants:
CA Rupali Bothara, Partner, Khandelwal Jain & Co.
Dr. CA. CMA. CS Divya Abhishek, Partner, Sukumar & Associates, Chairperson FICCI FLO Chennai
CA Nikita Punjabi, Proprietor, NHP and Co., Chartered Accountants

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YouTube Chapters
1:15 - Why accounting?
3:14 - Passion for numbers
5:56 - Women in accounting
6:56 - Empowering women
8:56 - Women in ICAI & CMA
9:46 - Hiring & supporting women
15:03 - Breaking mental barriers
15:19 - Women’s evolving role in society
16:34 - Financial independence for women
17:09 - Gender stereotypes in finance
17:46 - Importance of financial education for women
18:10 - Challenges in women’s education
18:50 - Opportunities in professional courses (CA, CS, CMA)
19:42 - Reaching rural areas & awareness drives
20:47 - Institute-led career counseling initiatives
21:28 - Breaking stereotypes–Personal experiences
23:49 - Supportive family & privilege in professional growth
30:02 - Making decisions & sticking with them
30:28 - Do women overthink more than men?
31:10 - The role of upbringing in decision-making
32:47 - "Don't leave before you leave"–A powerful lesson
33:52 - Balancing career & marriage expectations
34:48 - Supporting women in career growth
35:07 - Overcoming fears & societal constructs
36:02 - Studying & taking exams while pregnant
37:41 - Inspiring other women to continue their careers
38:05 - Unexpected success stories
38:29 - The power of small wins in a career
39:54 - Finding joy in the journey, not just the destination
45:04 - Balancing work and motherhood
45:34 - How Zoho can empower women in accounting
46:23 - Zoho's role in connecting accounting professionals
47:09 - Breaking geographical barriers with cloud accounting
47:44 - Final advice: Confidence, resilience, and taking the first step