News: Construction Design & Engineering
Posted: April 16, 2021
Raina joins D.F. Pray as project accountant
Seekonk, MA As part of its continued growth, D.F. Pray has hired Varsha Raina as a project accountant. Raina joins D.F. Pray from her recent position at Chapman Waterproofing Company as project accountant/treasurer. Raina brings proven experience supporting construction projects ranging in size and scope. Her experience focusing on the implementation of effective and efficient procedural improvements will bring value to D.F. Pray’s finance department and support of clients in the future.
“We are excited to have Varsha join the D.F. Pray organization,” said Jared Raposa, vice president of finance, D.F. Pray. “Varsha’s knowledge and expertise is already contributing positively to the overall success of the D.F. Pray organization.”
Raina retains a BS in Accounting from University of Lucknow India and an MBA in Finance from Jaipuria Institute of Management India. Raina has attended Babson College focusing on certificate courses in accounting and finance.
Raina is a member of the Indian American Association of Sharon and supporting their volunteer efforts promoting art and culture of India.
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