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POOJA KANCHAN

India - Remote

Summary

Result-oriented operations professional with 4+ years of experience in fintech and global banking (Revolut, Deutsche Bank, BNY Mellon). Proven track record of leading high-impact operational programs, optimizing processes, improving risk governance, and driving end-to-end automation. Skilled in stakeholder collaboration, KPI tracking, and regulatory compliance. Strong technical acumen in SQL, Python, and workflow tools like Alteryx, Tableau, and Jira.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Mid Business Analyst, NIAP - Finance Onboarding

Revolut
08.2023 - Current
  • Spearheaded the end-to-end management of New Initiative Approval Process (NIAP), handling 30% of total initiatives and 50% of Extra-Large tickets, ensuring delivery within SLA and aligned with regulatory standards.
  • Delivered 108+ NIAPs, including 40% of Extra-Large and 27% of Large initiatives, showcasing ownership across critical accounting categories (Crypto, Credit, Revenue).
  • Led PLM Phase 3 implementation: standardized ticket structures, introduced closing questionnaires, filters, and BCI monitoring.
  • Reengineered workflows: redesigned 100+ automation rules, introduced new ticket types, and reduced SLA turnaround from 38 to 10 business days.
  • Drove automation in reporting using Python and SQL; built dashboards and insights from JIRA data to support operational prioritization.
  • Conducted operational audits across 15 SME teams; flagged inefficiencies and authored strategic process improvement proposals.
  • Mentored new joiners, facilitated SME/PO training sessions, and resolved cross-functional conflicts to streamline the NIAP lifecycle.
  • Delivered strategic reporting (AU MKPI end-to-end, IN MKPI rollout), contributing to regulatory readiness and global consistency.

Senior Analyst, Financial & Risk Reporting

Deutsche Bank
04.2022 - 08.2024
  • Managed financial and risk reporting under IFRS 9 and Basel III, including validation of PD, LGD, EAD models and resolution of audit findings with model risk teams.
  • Led automation initiatives using Python, SQL, Alteryx, and Tableau—reducing manual effort, enhancing delivery timelines, and improving data accuracy.
  • Oversaw risk data integrity across group-level FDW systems, investigating root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Delivered MI tools for IBOR transition programs; collaborated with stakeholders to develop dashboards tracking notional exposures, client risk, and contracts.
  • Supported senior management with transition dashboards, scenario analyses, and performance reporting for internal and regulatory reviews.

Intermediate Analyst, Fund Reporting

BNY Mellon
04.2021 - 03.2022
  • Delivered fund accounting and client reporting services under IFRS and GAAP for moderate-to-complex portfolios for 30 Mutual Funds Companies.
  • Analyzed impacts of new regulations, contributed to reconciliation improvements, and led initiatives for process efficiency.

Education

PGDDS -

Symbiosis Centre For Distance Learning
Pune India
01.2024

MA - Economics

IGNOU
Delhi India
01.2022

B.Com (Hons) -

Barkatullah University
Bhopal India
01.2019

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Business Analysis
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Process Automation
  • Risk Controls
  • KPI/KRI Governance
  • SQL
  • Python
  • Alteryx
  • Problem Solving
  • Tableau
  • Jira
  • Regulatory Reporting
  • IFRS/GAAP
  • Basel Norms
  • Project management

Accomplishments

  • Cost Catalyst Award – Deutsche Bank
  • Best Paper Presenter – ICAI National Conclave
  • State Rank – International Math Olympiad, Multiple City-Level Ranks
  • Top Score Award – CBSE XII Board

Certification

FRM (2025), CFA Level 1 (2023), ACCA Cert IFRS, NISM V-A

Timeline

Mid Business Analyst, NIAP - Finance Onboarding

Revolut
08.2023 - Current

Senior Analyst, Financial & Risk Reporting

Deutsche Bank
04.2022 - 08.2024

Intermediate Analyst, Fund Reporting

BNY Mellon
04.2021 - 03.2022

PGDDS -

Symbiosis Centre For Distance Learning

MA - Economics

IGNOU

B.Com (Hons) -

Barkatullah University

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