SAP, Essbase, HFM, Clarity Smart View, Think cell, Power BI, Tableau Oracle Discoverer, People soft, Black line, MS Excel (Vlookup, Hlookup, Pivot, table, chart, all logical formulas etc)
Kushal Sharma
Summary
Enterprising Financial Analyst with proven success in recommending appropriate financial plans based on accurate data collection, financial monitoring and business strategizing. Expertise includes financial analysis and reporting, contract management and forecasting. Develops and maintains high standards of quality and issue resolution through effective financial planning. Adept at utilizing top-of-the-line communication skills to build and foster long-term relationships.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Accounting Financial Analyst
BT
2 2021 - Current
- Managing end to end £200m revenue & £15m Gross Margin P&L & Balance sheet for Surveillance Business.
- Product level Gross Margin review, Identification of shortfall with budget, share the variance drivers with all stakeholders, full P&L Item wise review and Commentary.
- Improved financial forecast accuracy by implementing new, dynamic modeling tool.
- Streamlined financial reporting for better decision-making with clear, concise analysis and presentation.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize budgets, resulting in improved resource allocation.
- Facilitated smooth month-end close processes by efficiently reconciling accounts and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Increased stakeholder confidence, providing transparent and accurate financial reports.
Team Leader in FP&A COE
IHG
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Variance Analysis focused on providing commentary to business through analyzing the variances against budget to facilitate the monthly closing over P&L for Americas region.
- Ensure Accurate Budget & Forecast number uploaded in Hyperion tool after providing the Head count & overhead comparison analysis to business.
- Providing Monthly Reporting Deck from Essbase on each sub roll up level to business for final reporting numbers publish in Finance metrics and ensure all numbers are in line with Budget.
- Monthly call with business to explain the Variance drivers & providing instructions to accounting team for Journal entry adjustments & corrections.
Team Leader in Capital Accounting
IHG
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Improved operational workflows, enabling team to handle increased workloads without compromising quality.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
- Motivated team members to surpass their targets, recognizing and rewarding their achievements.
- Led by example, demonstrating commitment and professionalism that inspired team members to excel.
- Capex reporting on monthly basis for all Assets addition, Deletion & Transfer.
- HFM Reporting on quarterly basis.
Specialist in Intercompany Team
IHG
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
- Balance confirmation with across regions.
- Reconciliation for all Intercompany accounts.
- Intercompany billing to all hotels and cross charges to corporate entities.
- Validate Intercompany Mismatch Report.
- Generating Monthly Netting for all region for settlement.
Senior Analyst in Closing & Reporting Accounting
IHG
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Provided expert advice for senior management, contributing to informed decision-making and strategic planning.
- Increased overall profitability by identifying inefficiencies within existing systems and implementing necessary changes.
- Played a pivotal role in the successful completion of high-stakes projects by providing crucial analytical support and insights.
Analyst in Closing & Reporting Accounting Team
IHG
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Reduced errors in data entry, instituting rigorous quality control checks.
- Streamlined data collection methods to improve speed and accuracy of analysis.
Process Associate
Genpact
07.2010 - 09.2011
- Preparation of Inter & Intra company reconciliations.
- Preparation and posting of various Journals: Recurring journals, Intercompany cross charges,Prepayment journals & Reclass adjustments.
- Preparation of Reconciliations for various balance sheet accounts includes Prepaid accounts, Deferred revenue & Accruals accounts.
- Complete support in ad hoc requests from client to drive the accurate & timely financial results
Education
MBA Finance (Regular) - Finance
Rajiv Academy For Technology & Management, APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow
Bachelor of Commerce -
Aryan Institute of Management & Studies, Agra University
Skills
Financial Planning & Analysis
Certification
In house 6 months leadership program by Confederation of tourism & hospitality.
Accomplishments
- Brilliant Performance award in Feb'24 for Surveillance Cost transformation for 1.9m GM upside.
- In current role given the CT Idea £320k P&L upside & Revenue Leakage identification for £240k & £141k of cash saving for the company by identifying the wrong VAT payment.
- Highest 4 Appreciation received in Q2 for handling the process during business partners Furlough period.
- Received Certificate of Recognition as IDEAGURU for Continuous process improvement.
- Completed 3 Successful automations in current year & 10 hours saving during month end close.
- Won 25 BRAVO Awards for Exemplary Performance across all the roles.
- Central Spoc for Fun team and very well appreciated by the process director to keep everyone connect through virtual weekly fun activities.
Soxcompliance - Responsibilities
- Ensure all Activities Adhere SOX control.
- Review all electronic evidence for SOX.
- Audit support in Interim, stat & Group Audit.
- Knowledge of IFRS 15 & 16.
Software
Timeline
Team Leader in FP&A COE
IHG
01.2017 - 01.2021
Team Leader in Capital Accounting
IHG
01.2016 - 01.2017
Specialist in Intercompany Team
IHG
01.2015 - 01.2016
Senior Analyst in Closing & Reporting Accounting
IHG
01.2013 - 01.2015
Analyst in Closing & Reporting Accounting Team
IHG
01.2011 - 01.2013
Process Associate
Genpact
07.2010 - 09.2011
Contract Accounting Financial Analyst
BT
2 2021 - Current
MBA Finance (Regular) - Finance
Rajiv Academy For Technology & Management, APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow
Bachelor of Commerce -
Aryan Institute of Management & Studies, Agra University
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