Darshan Ajmera
Mumbai
Summary
Results-driven Strategy and Transaction Manager with 6+ years of experience, skilled in leading cross-border and domestic deals across diverse industries, primarily in Pharma and Manufacturing sectors, as well as Consumer Goods and other non-financial sectors. Specializes in in-depth data analysis, asset evaluation, financial statement interpretation, and report drafting. Recognized leader in team management, consistently exceeding client expectations by delivering valuable insights on risks and opportunities.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Manager - Financial Advisory
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu India
01.2022 - Current
- Successfully led and managed 25+ deals across diverse sectors, with a focus on Pharma, Manufacturing, Energy (renewable and thermal), and Consumer business. Achieved favorable outcomes, consistently exceeding client expectations. Established and maintained direct communication lines with CXOs, required for project delivery. Marquee deals include Novartis' hive-off of Sandoz and Bunzl plc's acquisition of a stake in Hygi.De.
- Comprehensive Project Oversight: Oversaw and directed project management activities, encompassing comprehensive Q&A, databook reviews, and meticulous report preparation, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of all financial due diligence procedures.
- Effective Team Management: Coordinated and managed teams, including colleagues from the local office and support from international member firms, effectively streamlining project delivery and enhancing client satisfaction.
Senior Associate - Strategy and Transaction
Ernst & Young LLP, Mumbai
12.2020 - 01.2022
- Led Teams in Financial Due Diligence: Spearheaded financial due diligence projects primarily in the pharmaceutical sector, collaborating closely with private equity firms. Some notable transactions include Warburg Pincus' $210 million investment in medical devices firm Meril, as well as various other transactions focusing on API and domestic formulation for the sale or acquisition of brands and product catalogues.
- Data Analysis for Valuable Insights: Conducted comprehensive data analysis to identify financial and operational trends, providing clients with valuable insights on risks and opportunities.
- Evaluation of Assets and Liabilities: Evaluated the quality of target company assets and liabilities, including contingent liabilities, offering clients a clear view of net assets and adjusted working capital.
- Interpretation of Financial Documents: Proficiently interpreted financial statements, audit reports, accounting policies, and procedures to assess their impact on potential transactions.
- Project Management for Quality Deliverables: Managed projects to ensure the delivery of high-quality deliverables within established timelines.
- Fostered a Positive Team Environment: Fostered a positive team environment that encouraged learning and growth among team members.
Assistant Manager - Transaction Advisory (Deals)
Grant Thornton India LLP, Mumbai
04.2017 - 12.2020
- Diverse Clientele: Effectively conducted financial due diligence for clients across various industries, including Retail, Media, IT/ITES, and Manufacturing. Notable transactions include Tech Mahindra's acquisition of Zen3, Carpediem Capital's investment in Sukkhi.com, JSW's acquisition of an IPL team, and fundraising for DCW Chemicals, among others.
- In-Depth Analysis: Conducted thorough analysis of operational and financial information, including the drafting of Quality of Financial Earnings (QoFE), Net Debt, and adjusted working capital.
- High-Quality Reports: Prepared precise and comprehensive financial due diligence reports and deliverables that met the highest standards of quality and accuracy.
- Stakeholder Management: Managed effective communication and meetings with all stakeholders throughout assignments, ensuring transparency and client satisfaction.
- Data Analytics Proficiency: Utilized Tableau (Prep and Desktop) to clean and structure unstructured data and create interactive dashboards, providing clients with impactful visualizations for informed decision-making.
Audit Executive
Mazars India, Mumbai
11.2016 - 03.2017
- Worked as a lead team member for statutory audit and limited review of a chemical company, also performed IFCR audit procedures as part of statutory
Article Trainee
Price Waterhouse Coopers, Mumbai
03.2013 - 03.2016
- Worked during 3 years of CA Articleship with Price Waterhouse Coopers, Mumbai serving Assurance-Audits and worked with a team specialized towards the manufacturing sector with key role in planning and performing various audit engagements.
Education
Chartered Accountant
(ICAI – India) 11.2011 - 2016.11
Master of Commerce
Mumbai University 11.2011 - 2013.11
Bachelor of Commerce: Accounts & Finance
R.Z.Shah College(Mumbai University) 03.2008 - 2011.03
Skills
Operational analysis
undefinedCertification
Tableau - Creating Visualizations in Tableau
Timeline
Corporate Financial Statement Analysis
06-2022
Excel Business Intelligence: Data Modeling 101
06-2022
Manager - Financial Advisory
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu India
01.2022 - Current
EY Life Sciences
06-2021
Senior Associate - Strategy and Transaction
Ernst & Young LLP, Mumbai
12.2020 - 01.2022
Tableau - Creating Visualizations in Tableau
06-2020
Assistant Manager - Transaction Advisory (Deals)
Grant Thornton India LLP, Mumbai
04.2017 - 12.2020
Audit Executive
Mazars India, Mumbai
11.2016 - 03.2017
Article Trainee
Price Waterhouse Coopers, Mumbai
03.2013 - 03.2016
Chartered Accountant
11.2011 - 2016.11
Master of Commerce
11.2011 - 2013.11
Bachelor of Commerce: Accounts & Finance
03.2008 - 2011.03
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