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Mohammed Ibad Ahmed

Mohammed Ibad Ahmed

Bangalore

Summary

PMP-certified Finance and Project Management professional with 8+ years of global experience in FP&A and strategic financial management. Expertise in driving profitability and optimizing financial systems, leading projects valued at over $550M. Skilled in translating complex data into actionable strategies and ensuring compliance across functions. Proficient in SAP, Power BI, Tableau, and Advanced Excel, with a strong background in top-tier consulting and finance firms.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Engagement Financial Advisor – Consultant (FP&A & Project Controller)

Deloitte Consulting Pvt. Ltd.
Bangalore
05.2021 - Current
  • Financial planning and project controls for engagements exceeding $550M, improving gross margins through enhanced pricing strategies and cost containment.
  • Spearheaded end-to-end budgeting, forecasting, billing, and receivables, reducing DSO and improving cash flow accuracy.
  • Developed and monitored multi-million-dollar project budgets across global teams, ensuring 100% compliance with internal controls and external regulations.
  • Partnered with cross-functional teams and senior executives to align project financials with strategic business goals.
  • Mentored and led a team of junior analysts, improving financial reporting accuracy and team efficiency.
  • Supported new business pursuits by providing financial models and bid support, contributing to successful client wins in the US and EMEA regions.
  • Recognized with multiple performance awards including Applause Award (2024) and three Spot Awards (2022–2023).
  • Created standardized financial reporting templates, reducing manual errors and improving turnaround time.

Senior Project Analyst

Ernst & Young LLP (GDS)
Bangalore
11.2019 - 05.2021
  • Conducted detailed financial analysis and reporting to support strategic project decisions, improving forecasting accuracy.
  • Coordinated logistics, documentation, and vendor payments for project delivery, ensuring on-time execution and budget adherence.
  • Implemented cost-saving initiatives across key functions, driving savings annually.
  • Liaised with internal and external stakeholders to maintain seamless communication, project progression, and financial governance.
  • Received Spot Award (2022) and Client Recognition (2020) for impactful financial process improvements and stakeholder collaboration.

Project Coordinator – Finance & Procurement

Thomson Reuters
Bangalore
09.2018 - 11.2019
  • Managed Statement of Work (SoW) execution across finance and procurement divisions, facilitating on-budget delivery of critical projects.
  • Developed financial control tools (risk logs, change trackers, milestone dashboards), improving transparency and early issue resolution.
  • Supported statutory reporting and inter-company consolidation for multiple global entities.

Project Analyst

Ernst & Young LLP (GDS)
Bangalore
10.2014 - 01.2016
  • Managed expense tracking, budget adherence, and vendor coordination across cross-functional projects.
  • Provided strategic financial insights to help drive better investment decisions and project planning.
  • Enhanced reporting processes and contributed to successful audits with zero non-compliance findings.

Analyst – Finance & Operations

IBM
Bangalore
06.2013 - 05.2014
  • Performed financial planning, forecasting, and business case analysis to support key operational decisions.
  • Facilitated supply chain alignment and vendor readiness prior to new retail launches, improving delivery timing.
  • Supported change management initiatives including training and stakeholder alignment.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

Brindavan College (Bangalore University)
Bangalore, India

Skills

  • Financial planning and analysis
  • Project management
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Pricing strategies
  • Cost control
  • Revenue optimization
  • Accounts receivable management
  • Financial risk management
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Data analytics
  • ERP proficiency
  • Advanced Excel capabilities

Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP®) – PMI, 2025

Awards

Deloitte Consulting Pvt. Ltd.: Applause Award (2024), Spot Awards (2023, 2022), Shout Out (2021), Ernst & Young LLP (GDS): Spot Award (2022), Client Recognition Award (2020)

Custom

PMP-Certified | Deloitte, EY, Thomson Reuters, IBM Experience | SAP, Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel

Timeline

Engagement Financial Advisor – Consultant (FP&A & Project Controller)

Deloitte Consulting Pvt. Ltd.
05.2021 - Current

Senior Project Analyst

Ernst & Young LLP (GDS)
11.2019 - 05.2021

Project Coordinator – Finance & Procurement

Thomson Reuters
09.2018 - 11.2019

Project Analyst

Ernst & Young LLP (GDS)
10.2014 - 01.2016

Analyst – Finance & Operations

IBM
06.2013 - 05.2014

Bachelor of Commerce - Finance

Brindavan College (Bangalore University)
Mohammed Ibad Ahmed