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KETAN KANDALKAR

MUMBAI

Summary

Results-oriented Business Analyst with 11 years of experience, skilled in SAP and Microsoft Excel. Developed financial models and executed variance analysis, providing insights that informed strategic decision-making. Strong stakeholder management and proficiency in BI tools and Tableau, which enhanced forecasting and planning capabilities.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Analyst

Deutsch Bank
MUMBAI
01.2023 - Current
  • Led end-to-end forecasting, from coordinating inputs with business partners to finalizing submissions, ensuring alignment with financial targets.
  • Supported the annual budgeting cycle, analyzing trends, highlighting risks and opportunities, and aligning plans with strategic goals.
  • Streamlined FP&A processes through automation and reporting improvements, enhancing efficiency and data consistency.
  • Delivered dashboards and reports with clear, actionable commentary on key variances, cost drivers, and business performance.
  • Performed variance and trend analysis, supported cost control initiatives, and conducted scenario reviews to guide decision-making.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with department heads to validate assumptions, improve planning accuracy, and maintain transparency.

Financial Analyst

Capita India Pvt. Ltd.
MUMBAI
07.2019 - 01.2023
  • Led month-end close tasks, including accruals, provisions, GL reclassifications, and accounting validations.
  • Conducted reconciliations and cost reviews to ensure accurate financial reporting.
  • Maintained precise FTE forecasts aligned with personnel cost projections and financial plans.
  • Supported transfer pricing compliance through intercompany entries per group policy.
  • Collaborated with finance teams to resolve variances during financial consolidation.
  • Reviewed cost allocations for consistency with actual operations and budgeting logic.

Team Lead - Accounts & Reconciliation

ATPI INSTONE Pvt Ltd
MUMBAI
06.2015 - 03.2019
  • Supervised team of 7, overseeing daily activities and performance tracking aligned with business goals.
  • Implemented operational initiatives to enhance efficiency and clarity in task execution.
  • Managed vendor payments, prepared wire requests, and ensured accurate posting of AP invoices during monthly closings.
  • Coordinated closing of AP and purchasing modules, maintaining accuracy in sub-ledger entries.
  • Collaborated with management to shape project plans and operational strategies for service improvements.
  • Promoted structured work environment by aligning team efforts with compliance and service standards.

International Experience

ATPI INSTONE Pvt Ltd
Amsterdam
01.2019 - 01.2019
  • Identified inefficiencies and implemented streamlined workflows to enhance operational performance.
  • Designed and executed changeover plans for transition from legacy systems to new processes.
  • Facilitated communication among cross-functional stakeholders to ensure alignment during transition phase.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - ACCOUNTS & FINANCE

VIDYALANKAR SCHOOL OF INFORMATION & TECHNOLOGY
MUMBAI
03-2014

Skills

  • SAP
  • Microsoft Excel mastery
  • BI tools expertise
  • Process improvement
  • Stakeholder management
  • Forecasting and planning

Timeline

Business Analyst

Deutsch Bank
01.2023 - Current

Financial Analyst

Capita India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2019 - 01.2023

International Experience

ATPI INSTONE Pvt Ltd
01.2019 - 01.2019

Team Lead - Accounts & Reconciliation

ATPI INSTONE Pvt Ltd
06.2015 - 03.2019

Bachelor of Commerce - ACCOUNTS & FINANCE

VIDYALANKAR SCHOOL OF INFORMATION & TECHNOLOGY

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