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Manisha Arora

Manisha Arora

New Delhi

Summary

Dynamic financial data analyst with a proven track record at AlphaSense, enhancing platform reach by over 75%. Expert in SQL and cross-functional collaboration, I designed a QA framework and launched innovative features, driving data accuracy and user engagement. A dedicated leader, I mentor teams to deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Team Lead – Financial Data Analysis

AlphaSense
New Delhi
04.2025 - Current
  • Scaled company coverage from ~8,000 to 14,000+ entities across all sectors, expanding platform reach.
  • Designed and implemented a QA framework using advanced SQL to ensure data accuracy.
  • Launched the 'Audit Pop' feature, linking financial data to source filings.
  • Oversaw sprint planning, delivery tracking, and cross-team coordination for FinData.
  • Mentored analysts, delivering timely, high-quality outputs and fostering professional growth.

Senior Financial Analyst II – FinData Product

AlphaSense
New Delhi
12.2020 - 03.2025
  • Transformed licensed financial data into structured, user-ready formats.
  • Built models and calculation logic for valuation multiples, Market Cap, EV, and ratios.
  • Created QA scripts in Python for anomaly detection.
  • Wrote PRDs and mockups; collaborated with Engineering for execution.
  • Supported client queries and drove cross-functional resolutions.

Senior Research Analyst

Kalkine Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
05.2019 - 12.2020
  • Authored equity research reports on Australian public companies.
  • Performed valuations using Refinitiv Eikon.
  • Delivered weekly market reports analyzing sector impacts.
  • Built expertise in stock analysis, valuation, and macroeconomic trends.

Team Lead – Audit Clients and Markets

KPMG
India
07.2018 - 05.2019
  • Led a team delivering client research notes, newsletters, and ad hoc analysis.
  • Supported partner meetings and business development.
  • Mentored junior team members under tight deadlines.

Audit Executive

KPMG
India
07.2017 - 06.2018
  • Reviewed junior analysts' workpapers and ensured accuracy.
  • Liaised with clients to resolve queries and collect data.
  • Drafted client materials for strategic audit engagements.

Audit Analyst

KPMG
India
06.2015 - 06.2017
  • Prepared statutory audit workpapers and company research.
  • Supported compliance through documentation and fieldwork.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) -

Institute of Management Technology (IMT)
Ghaziabad
01.2018

Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) -

Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC)
Delhi
01.2015

Skills

  • SQL
  • Python
  • Excel
  • Refinitiv Eikon
  • Postman
  • PRDs
  • User Stories
  • Agile
  • JIRA
  • Confluence
  • Financial analysis
  • Valuation
  • Modeling
  • Equity research
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Communication
  • Leadership

Projects

(1) Audit Pop feature: Spearheaded the end-to-end development of a traceability feature that links platform financial data directly to original filings, significantly improving data transparency and user confidence.


(2) Security Master: Led the design and implementation of a centralized Securities and Quotes Master, consolidating and harmonizing reference data from multiple global vendors into a unified database.


(3) QA Automation Framework: Built a scalable QA system using advanced SQL and Python scripts to automate data validation for financial metrics across 14,000+ companies, enhancing accuracy and efficiency in the data pipeline.

Timeline

Team Lead – Financial Data Analysis

AlphaSense
04.2025 - Current

Senior Financial Analyst II – FinData Product

AlphaSense
12.2020 - 03.2025

Senior Research Analyst

Kalkine Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
05.2019 - 12.2020

Team Lead – Audit Clients and Markets

KPMG
07.2018 - 05.2019

Audit Executive

KPMG
07.2017 - 06.2018

Audit Analyst

KPMG
06.2015 - 06.2017

Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) -

Institute of Management Technology (IMT)

Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) -

Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC)
Manisha Arora