Balakrishnan Veeraraghavan
Chennai,Tamil Nadu
Summary
Accomplished Corporate Senior Finance Executive with a proven track record at Outplay , excelling in accurate forecasting and variance analysis. Skilled in financial modeling and ERP GL validation, have driven strategic decisions through insightful analysis and process improvements, showcasing exceptional analytical capabilities and a results-driven approach. Highly motivated and goal-driven Financial Analyst skilled in collecting, monitoring and studying data to analyze financial status and recommend business strategy. Experienced in qualitative and quantitative analysis, contract management and forecasting. Tech-savvy in use of spreadsheets, accounting and financial management software.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Finance Executive
Outplay
03.2023 - Current
- Manage month/quarter-end close such as P.O accruals, prepaid amortization & account reconciliations.
- Perform variance analyses such as actuals to forecast, forecast to forecast & quarter to quarter.
- Model long-range forecast & strategic planning up to 2 years.
- · Created monthly new business report like MRR, ARR of the company
- Perform monthly and quarterly headcount, compensation and fringe analyses by business segment.
- Maintained deferred revenue sheet for the company based on ASC 606.
- Provide analytical and strategic reports for risks, opportunities & KPI to the management for best decision making.
- Develop process improvements and participate in ERP financial reporting modification and automation to maximize the efficiency.
Finance Executive
Survey Sparrow
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Managed and processed computerized Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Collections.
- Managed month end and quarter end closing such as PO accruals, prepaids amortizations & accounts reconciliation.
- Reconciled financial records and statements with general ledger and trial balance.
- Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis
- Increased financial accuracy by reviewing and analyzing budget variances on a monthly basis.
- Improved budgeting efficiency by implementing a standardized process for departmental input collection.
Senior Audit Assistant
RV Financial Management
06.2019 - 02.2021
- Assisted in the execution of audit engagements of various clients in compliance with Audit Methodology.
- Interacted with engagement team and clients regarding accounting and auditing issues.
- Worked audit engagements for industries in engineering, manufacturing, non-profit and human resources.
- Conducted operational and financial statement audits focusing on Non-Profit Organizations.
- Conducted detailed tests of account balances, assessing the validity and appropriateness of transactions recorded in financial systems.
- Enhanced audit accuracy by meticulously reviewing financial statements and records for compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Assisted auditor in developing timelines, budgets, and audit plans for 4 assigned projects in 2020.
Education
CPA - CPA
AICPA
Guam12.2025
B.com -
University of Madras
Chennai, India12.2020
Skills
- Accurate forecasting
- Variance analysis
- Financial modeling
- Pre and post M&A strategy
- GL Account reconciliation
- ERP GL validation
Accomplishments
- Increased efficiency of discrepancy investigations by 65% by designing a more accurate cash-forecasting system.
- Maintained accurate Balance Sheet, P&L and Cash Flow account reconciliations including cash, inventory, prepaid, fixed assets, accounts payable, accrued expenses and line of credit transactions. Achieved an internal audit score of 99%.
Skills
- Advanced MS Office Package: Excel-Pivot Table, Vlookup, Sumif, Macros, Access, Word, PowerPoint and ViSio
- Super user in Finance and HR ERP systems: Oracle, SAP, Hyperion Essbase, Smartview, Netsuite, Salesforce, Cognos, Adaptive Planning, Peachtree,QuickBooks, FileMaker, Peoplesoft, Workday, Taleo and Ceridian.
- Complex problem-solving, great organizational and communication skills.
Timeline
Senior Finance Executive
Outplay
03.2023 - Current
Finance Executive
Survey Sparrow
12.2021 - 03.2023
Senior Audit Assistant
RV Financial Management
06.2019 - 02.2021
CPA - CPA
AICPA
B.com -
University of Madras
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