APARNA MADAN
Gurgaon
Summary
Dynamic finance and operations professional with over 18 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A), financial management, and banking. Demonstrates a proven track record in strategic financial planning, cost optimization, and process automation. Certified Six Sigma, PMP, and Lean Ace expert focused on maximizing efficiency and driving business impact. Skilled in leading high-performing teams to achieve financial excellence through data-driven decision-making.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AVP – GHI, International Hubs
NatWest
Gurgaon
12.2022 - Current
- Spearhead financial reporting, planning, and analysis functions to drive strategic decision-making
- Lead balance sheet substantiation and variance analysis to enhance financial control and compliance
- Automated cost allocation and inter-company recharging through Oracle Cloud, improving efficiency
- Oversee revenue invoicing, cost recharge to customers, and monthly trial balance submissions
- Implement process improvements in intercompany reconciliation, cash management, and financial systems
- Enhanced internal controls and compliance frameworks, mitigating financial risks
Sr. Manager - Business Analyst & System Super User
Kuehne + Nagel
Gurgaon
03.2018 - 11.2022
- Managed financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting to support business decision-making
- Developed automated reporting packs, including P&L, balance sheet, and variance analysis
- Led financial system upgrades and ensured seamless month-end closing and compliance
- Provided financial modeling and advisory support to optimize revenue and cost structures
- Conducted training sessions for financial systems and improved internal controls
- Implemented Robotic Process Automation (RPA) to streamline repetitive finance operations
Sr. Manager – Global Financial Services
Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS)
Gurgaon
06.2012 - 03.2017
- Led executive financial reporting, board presentations, and in-depth P&L analysis
- Managed rolling forecasts, budgeting, and financial control for multiple business divisions
- Provided financial insights for revenue and cost KPIs, ensuring accurate variance analysis
- Led a 15+ member team, conducting performance reviews and driving strategic initiatives
- Designed and implemented process automation, reducing reporting time by 30%
Asst. Manager – Finance & Accounting
Genpact (GE Corporate Treasury)
Gurgaon
10.2002 - 04.2012
- Managed global banking operations, cash flow forecasting, and intercompany treasury functions
- Negotiated banking terms, ensuring cost reductions and compliance with treasury policies
- Led quality improvement initiatives using Six Sigma methodologies
- Supervised a 20+ member finance team, ensuring optimal performance and training
- Implemented process automation and digitization, reducing operational costs
Education
MBA - Finance & Banking
NMIMS
Mumbai01.2006
Bachelor of Commerce -
Delhi University
01.2002
Skills
- Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Business Strategy & Transformation
- Cost Optimization & Process Automation
- Financial Reporting & Compliance
- Banking Operations & Treasury Management
- Stakeholder & Client Management
- Team Leadership & People Development
- Data Analytics & Decision Support
- Risk Management & Internal Controls
- Process Automation & Digital Transformation
- Regulatory Compliance & Audit Management
- Oracle Cloud
- SAP
- Hyperion
- ACON
- Advanced Excel
- PowerPoint
- Tableau
- Power BI
- Financial Modeling
- Variance Analysis
- Data Visualization
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Robotic Process Automation (RPA)
Certification
Six Sigma Certified
PMP Certified
Lean Ace Certified
Insurance certifications like AICPCU INS, IIA (Property & Casualty and Claims)
Advanced Excel & PowerPoint Certified
TTT Certified
Languages
English
First Language
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
AVP – GHI, International Hubs
NatWest
12.2022 - Current
Sr. Manager - Business Analyst & System Super User
Kuehne + Nagel
03.2018 - 11.2022
Sr. Manager – Global Financial Services
Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS)
06.2012 - 03.2017
Asst. Manager – Finance & Accounting
Genpact (GE Corporate Treasury)
10.2002 - 04.2012
Six Sigma Certified
PMP Certified
Lean Ace Certified
Insurance certifications like AICPCU INS, IIA (Property & Casualty and Claims)
Advanced Excel & PowerPoint Certified
TTT Certified
MBA - Finance & Banking
NMIMS
Bachelor of Commerce -
Delhi University
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