Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Publications
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HARSHIDHAA SARAVANAN

HARSHIDHAA SARAVANAN

ACCA FINALIST
Chennai

Summary

Optimistic and a resourceful professionalwith experience on financial and dataanalytics with a solid background in strategicleadership and accounting. Excellentanalytical and problem-solving skills, able tohandle multiple projects while producingeffective outputs.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications

Work History

Senior Research Analyst - Finance

[RR DONNELLY]
12.2023 - Current
  • Associated closely with O2C divisions to efficiently manage and negotiate financial contracts.
  • Generated and delivered customized financial reports and analyses to various stakeholders, aligning with their specific requirements for annual reporting and postings.
  • Led the implementation of ERM processes for diverse regional clients.
  • evaluated existing financial processes and inefficiencies, and proposed improvements.

Data Analyst-Handled Top US FMCG FINTECH Analyses

[NIELSEN IQ]
09.2021 - 12.2023
  • Experienced financial professional with
    expertise in interpreting and analyzing trends in
    the US FMCG market.
  • Adept at preparing accurate financial
    documentation in compliance with IFRS, UK GAAP,
    and US GAAP
    . Led the monthly US GAAP close
    process, ensuring precision.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with P2P to create pitch
    materials, presentations, and client reports. Implemented successful processes automation to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.
  • Proficient in financial modeling and utilizing data analytics tools to identify operational patterns, contributing to proactive risk mitigation. Provided valuable insights into financial metrics for informed decision making.
  • Integrated Data Exploration and Visualization
    for client profitability analysis, with a proven
    track record handling top clients including
    Walgreens, Target, Publix, Spartan, and Rite
    Aid.

Business Analyst Intern

[KREATIVSTORM]
08.2023 - 09.2023

Business Analysis: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, document, and analyze business requirements for new projects, enhancements, and acquisitions. Proficient in using tools such as Excel, Tableau, and Power BI to analyze and visualize data, identify trends, and provide insights.

Business Insights: Provide insights into the financial health of the organization, including profitability, liquidity, and solvency. Identify opportunities for cost reduction and revenue optimization.

Problem Solving: Ability to dissect complex problems, propose solutions, and make data-driven recommendations. Experience working collaboratively in

Financial Analyst

[PEGASUS INDUSTRIES PVT LTD]
03.2019 - 05.2021

Cross domain financial solutions on bancassurance and Investments:

• Developed and maintained complex financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and valuation processes.

• Managed client relationships and communicated investment recommendations, showcasing proficiency in financial analysis and strategic decision-making.

• Conducted extensive market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and opportunities.

• Assessed key ROIs and presented the different areas of improvement.

• Assessing Bank reconciliation statements and provided guidance to maximize financial performance growth

Education

Association of Chartered Certified Accountant -

ACCA Global
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

Vellore Institute of Technology
Vellore, India
04.2001 -

Skills

Financial modeling and reporting

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Accomplishments

  • Head of management Nielsen IQ - HOFAEvent
  • English Teacher – MGR Hearing and SpeechImpaired
  • Student Coordinator- International EconomicConference
  • Basketball state and divisional winner -under 16 and 18
  • Trained - singing, dancing and sign language
  • Member of University dance club
  • Table tennis – Runner up Nielsen IQ

Certification

Essential of Corporate Finance Series - University of Melbourne

Publications

•Influence of Technology in Higher Education Institutions -Scopus Publications


•A study on Comparative Analysis of Payment mode in E-Commerce during Covid 19 - Bodhi International Journal of Research in Humanities, Arts and Science.

Timeline

Senior Research Analyst - Finance

[RR DONNELLY]
12.2023 - Current

Business Analyst Intern

[KREATIVSTORM]
08.2023 - 09.2023

Data Analyst-Handled Top US FMCG FINTECH Analyses

[NIELSEN IQ]
09.2021 - 12.2023

Financial Analyst

[PEGASUS INDUSTRIES PVT LTD]
03.2019 - 05.2021

Association of Chartered Certified Accountant -

ACCA Global
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance

Vellore Institute of Technology
04.2001 -
HARSHIDHAA SARAVANANACCA FINALIST