Profile Summary

Accomplished finance professional with extensive experience in financial planning, budgeting, strategic analysis, and valuations that drive business growth and profitability. Skilled in leveraging advanced analytical techniques to deliver actionable insights and data-driven recommendations that influence high-level decision-making. Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams in developing robust financial models, optimizing budgeting processes, and implementing effective forecasting strategies. Known for cultivating collaborative relationships across departments and effectively communicating complex financial concepts to stakeholders at all levels. Passionate about harnessing financial data to inform strategy and achieve sustainable growth.

KEY SKILLS

  • Financial Planning and Analystics
  • Financial Modeling
  • Business Partnering
  • Team Management
  • ERP Implimentation
  • Group Consolidation
  • Budget Planning & Forecasting
  • Monthly Closings & Reporting
 

  • Variance & Scenario Analysis
  • COGS & OPEX Management
  • Cash Flow Analysis
  • Financial Reporting Automation
  • Risk Assessment & Mitigation
  • Project Implementation
  • Investment Analysis
  • Market Research & Trend Analysis

 

Employment History

Lead - FP&A (Strategy) at Naviga Global

September, 2023 - Present

  • Implementing Workday Adaptive for revenue modeling, enhancing financial planning accuracy.
  • Streamlining accounting processes for profit and loss statements, harmonizing COGS, OPEX, and cash flow adjustments post-acquisition or sale.
  • Classifying and identifying resource costs, ensuring accurate allocation under appropriate cost heads.
  • Developing long-range plans and annual forecasts, incorporating insights from various departments for strategic resource optimization.
  • Expertly identifying business and financial trends while conducting competitive benchmarking to inform decision-making.
  • Directing budget planning and forecasting activities, preparing presentations for investors and the board.
  • Managing monthly closings, reporting, and strategic initiatives using Workday Adaptive and Excel.
  • Overseeing COGS, OPEX, and cash flow statement management, employing Adaptive tools for detailed analysis and insights.
  • Creating dashboards and leveraging Workday Adaptive Planning and Excel to support management and facilitate strategic decision-making while developing data-driven financial models from large datasets.
  • Streamlining financial reporting processes by automating data collection and analysis, ensuring timely and accurate information delivery.
  • Implementing scenario analysis and sensitivity testing to assess the impact of various business strategies on financial performance with senior management, providing actionable recommendations.

Manager - FP&A (Strategy) at SBI Cards

May, 2022 - September, 2023

  • Directed budgeting and forecasting while creating investor presentations and managing monthly closings using Oracle and Excel.
  • Led project implementation teams, developing financial forecasting models and analyzing trends for business insights.
  • Conducted variance analysis on sales, profit, and cash flow, focusing on CAPEX and OPEX expenditures.
  • Led the implementation of Anaplan, creating live dashboards for senior management to enhance decision-making.
  • Automated PowerPoint presentations and month-end closing processes, improving report generation efficiency by 20%.
  • Developed financial models for new product initiatives (NPI) using extensive user data (3.5 crore) to identify growth opportunities.
  • Assisted in enhancing NPA models, resulting in a 3% improvement in ROI through optimized NPA allocation.
  • Identified and corrected credit risk models to address leakages in loan recovery, strengthening overall financial performance.
  • Conducted detailed cost allocation (Opex and Capex), variance analysis, and activity-based cost planning for effective financial management.
  • Analyzed a database of over 3.5 crore cards utilizing Tableau, SQL, and Anaplan for actionable insights.
  • Executed stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of various market conditions on financial forecasts.

Valuations Analyst at Better Mortgage

November, 2021 - March, 2022

  • Performed due diligence by verifying Appraisal Reports while interpreting legal documents such as title reports and purchase contracts, and evaluating credit ratings through county records and DataTree for collateral underwriting.
  • Conducted OPEX and CAPEX marginal variance analysis and built financial models using advanced Excel for recalculations.
  • Developed comparative sales models and assessed cost approaches and market trends for restructuring valuations using Excel.
  • Ensured compliance with Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FNMA guidelines, jumbo loans, and FHA loans.
  • Utilized tools like Jira, Excel, Morningstar, and Workday for comprehensive financial analysis.
  • Performed risk assessments and mitigation strategies for loan portfolios, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements.
  • Monitored ongoing creditworthiness of borrowers through periodic reviews and analysis of financial statements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline the loan approval process and enhance operational efficiency.

Associate - FP&A at Ameriprise Financials LLP

March, 2019 - November, 2021

  • Conducted financial statement evaluation, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow with Excel and Oracle.
  • Assessed daily, monthly, and yearly reports, leading teams for effective project implementations.
  • Performed time series analysis, asset valuations, and cash flow reports, covering income, expenses, assets, and liabilities.
  • Advised on consulting, due diligence, compliance checks, and communication strategies for financial advisement.
  • Developed and refined financial models for value assessments, utilized tools like Navi Plan, Morning Star, and Money Guide Pro.
  • Led cost control initiatives, analyzing budget variances and recommending corrective actions to enhance profitability.
  • Developed financial dashboards to monitor KPIs and implementing cost-saving measures in OPEX and CAPEX, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency.Conducted variance analysis for financial performance metrics to drive accuracy in forecasting and budgeting.

Accounts Manager at Krishna Associates Pvt. Ltd.

November, 2015 - March, 2017

  • Administered accounts payable/receivable, CAPEX, and OPEX, leveraging zero-based budgeting for optimized cost management.
  • Prepared, analyzed, and reported monthly, quarterly, and annual financial and tax statements to ensure compliance and accuracy.
  • Leveraged expertise in IFRS 15, IFRS 16, and IAS 16 for precise financial control, effective budgeting, and accurate forecasting.

PROJECT UNDERTAKEN :

Robotic Process Automation (RPA) at Ameriprise (Team Lead)

September 2019 – November 2021

  • Collaborated with the RPA team and US advisors to streamline and automate financial reporting workflows.
  • Reduced manual involvement in data processing, improving accuracy and consistency.
  • Reviewed and validated automated reports to ensure they met client specifications.
  • Delivered reports punctually to support timely decision-making and operational efficiency.

CMS Tool Operation at Ameriprise (Team Lead)

May 2019 – November 2020

  • Led a 12-member team on CMS Tool development, focusing on maximizing operational efficiency.
  • Played a key role in creating automation bots to enhance the tool’s functionality.
  • Coordinated with US advisors to gather accurate data points for seamless integration.
  • Successfully increased company revenue by $120,000 through project achievements.

PPT Automation RPA 2.0 at Ameriprise (Team Lead)

January 2021 – November 2021

  • Spearheaded the next phase of automation to support new product rollouts.
  • Enhanced automation to boost productivity, accuracy, and scalability in report generation.

FP Automation & Product Development (Team Lead)

August 2019 – November 2021

  • Developed an automated solution for the new FP product, meeting high client demand.
  • Consistently delivered over 3,000 financial plans per year, enhancing client satisfaction.

VOLUNTEERING :

Ujjwala Intervention Impact Analysis at Indian Oil Corporation Limited
August 2018 – November 2018

  • Conducted a comprehensive survey on Ujjwala Project beneficiaries in rural areas to assess social impact.
  • Analyzed data on program effectiveness, including health, environmental, and economic outcomes for households.
  • Compiled findings into a detailed report on PMUY’s social impact and submitted it to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (PNG).

Education

Diploma (Management (Finance))

Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida

2017 - 2019


Diploma (Commerce (Applied Economics))

Lucknow University, Lucknow

2013 - 2015


Diploma (Commerce (Business Administration))

Lucknow University, Lucknow

2009 - 2012


AMAN VERMA

Basic Details


Gender -

Male

Marital Status -

Single

Languages


English


Hindi


Skills


Microsoft Office - (Microsoft Word, Advance Excel, PowerPoint)


Tableau, SQL, Oracle Based EPM, Ananplan Tool, Salesforce Tool


Certificates


Financial Modelling

Institute Name: Lex Bolster

Diploma in Computerized Accounting

Institute Name: UPTEC Computer Consultancy Ltd.

ACCA Global Certified (IFRS & IndAS)

Institute Name: ACCA Global

Certified Workday Adaptive Planning

Institute Name: Workday Cloud Foundation