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Abhishek Jaiswal

Mumbai

Summary

Finance Professional with 5+ years of experience in financial data analysis, forecasting, corporate accounting and budgeting. Expertise in quantitative analysis and robust financial modeling which supports high-level decision-making. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through KPI analysis and trend identification.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Manager Finance- FP&A

Mettler Toledo India
Mumbai
05.2024 - Current
  • Led annual budget preparation in accordance with the group's set target, and apportioned the target at the SBU level proportionately based on historical run rates and some adjustments based on new market development.
  • Ensure PEX is in line to maintain the company's operating profit, and alert the respective department if something goes off the plan.
  • Dissemination of period expenses at all DPC and SBU levels, and allocation of common costs after deriving the basis of allocation.
  • Business Partner with various department heads, offering key insights on sales, cost structures and expense trends. These insights help in strategic planning and optimal decision making.
  • Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for higher management.
  • Proficiently conducted internal audit, including emphasis on SOX compliance to check whether the internal controls are in place and working effectively. Established a new set of controls in case of deficiencies to mitigate operational and financial risk.
  • Managed cash flow effectively to ensure optimal liquidity and implemented strategic measures to maintain robust control over working capital driving financial stability.
  • Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
  • Prepared various MIS for business detailing sales, contribution, operating expense, Account Receivable ageing, Inventory turnover, etc.

Sr. Business Intelligence Executive

General Mills India
Mumbai
08.2021 - 05.2024
  • Provide financial analysis of results through reports, narratives, and presentations for management and regulatory purposes, including industry analysis.
  • Monitoring trade spends, making suggestions on utilization of funds to make optimum use of budget, help business reengineering to drive growth across product and help achieve commercial objectives.
  • MIS reporting, framing periodic planning and forecast, proposing price change to cover incremental cost and maintain margin for the business.
  • Conduct thorough analysis of India business by comparing growth in different division, margins and contribution achieved vs target.
  • Tracking NPD performance and recommend plan action to improve its profitability position.
  • Evaluate performance at brand level on monthly, quarterly and for YTD to determine variance vs plan and explain core business drivers at individual brand level.
  • Preparation of Bakeries and Retail Segment Dashboard to help understand the growth and in-depth analysis of contribution from top customers, throughput per customer and line penetration per customer.
  • Comparison of growth with peers and identifying opportunities for investment in new product and assessing risk involved.

Financial Analyst

General Mills India (Third Party Payroll with Catalyst Corporate Services Pvt. Ltd.)
07.2020 - 08.2021
  • Preparation of monthly SNOP rollup and variance analysis for Retail category at region, channel and SKU level vs plan and last month rollup.
  • Provide robust modeling and reporting to facilitate senior level decision making.
  • Preparation of causal file for determining days inventory on hand and actual Rate and Mix variances along with variances in Fixed OHs.
  • Strong analytical skills; support operations through analysis of key performance indicators and trends through preparation of Dashboard for Retail division.
  • Benchmarking of FMCG companies and comparing ratios, trend analysis and performances.
  • Adhoc data request from Marketing/sales team for the activities and initiatives.

Education

CFA- Level 2 -

CFA Institute
08.2023

Chartered Accountant -

The ICAI
05.2019

B.Com -

Sathaye College, Mumbai University
01.2013

Skills

  • Financial modeling
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Risk Management
  • Variance analysis
  • Corporate finance
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Performance monitoring
  • Cost analysis and savings

IT Exposure

Advance knowledge of MS Office and Tally

Advance knowledge of Flexcube, QAD and SAP

Taxation software packages

Languages

Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Marathi
Advanced (C1)
C1

Hobbies and Interests

Playing Cricket

Listening music

Traveling

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 14/11/1992

Gender: Male

Marital Status: Single

Timeline

Deputy Manager Finance- FP&A

Mettler Toledo India
05.2024 - Current

Sr. Business Intelligence Executive

General Mills India
08.2021 - 05.2024

Financial Analyst

General Mills India (Third Party Payroll with Catalyst Corporate Services Pvt. Ltd.)
07.2020 - 08.2021

CFA- Level 2 -

CFA Institute

Chartered Accountant -

The ICAI

B.Com -

Sathaye College, Mumbai University
Abhishek Jaiswal