RAHUL KAUSHIK
Summary
Professional with 16+ years of experience in Fund Accounting/Financial services/Reconciliation/Trade Operations of Private Equity investments/Hedge Funds/Credit Funds.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Associate Director
Apollo India Services LLP (Apollo Global Management Inc.)
01.2024 - Current
- Identified and resolved departmental issues proactively, minimizing impact and ensuring smooth operations.
- Conducted performance reviews and provided disciplinary actions, if necessary.
- Delegated tasks effectively, empowering team members and fostering individual growth.
- Managed day-to-day operations while ensuring quality standards were met or exceeded.
- Identified operational process inefficiencies to recommend necessary improvements.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance own job skills and knowledge.
Associate
Apollo India Services LLP (Apollo Global Management Inc.)
12.2019 - 12.2023
- Maintain/customize KPI’s across processes for senior management
- Daily/Monthly cash reconciliation between Apollo and Custodian/Trustee/Admins
- Daily/Monthly position reconciliation between Apollo and Custodian/Trustee/Admins
- Daily liquidity reporting to traders/controllers/middle office
- Onboarding of new Apollo vs. broker reconciliation
- Onboarding/Mapping new accounts in in-house systems
- Build controls around daily processes
- Led various automation/enhancement initiatives
- Knowledge sharing sessions for team on relevant topics/new learning
Team Manager
Cognizant Technology Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2019 - 11.2019
Team Lead
Cognizant Technology Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2016 - 06.2019
- Managed team of 16 individuals
- Identified operational process inefficiencies to recommend necessary improvements.
- Coached, mentored, and trained staff to improve performance, increase productivity, and maximize efficiency.
- Actively listened to team members' concerns and facilitated open communication within team
- Monitored team performance, identified areas of improvement, and developed plans to address deficiencies.
- Developed training modules and documentation to train staff.
Analyst
Cognizant Technology Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2013 - 03.2016
- Preparation of investment reporting packages
- Reporting for direct and indirect deals for private equities
- Booking entries for capital calls for Investments and management fees
- Monthly Reconciliation of Proceeds and Cash
- Firm and Investor level reporting
- Mentor and coach team members and new hires
- Actively participate in knowledge sharing sessions
Senior Process Executive
Cognizant Technology Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2011 - 06.2013
- Preparation of investment reporting packages
- Reporting for direct and indirect deals for private equities
- Booking entries for capital calls for Investments and management fees
- Monthly Reconciliation of Proceeds and Cash
- Firm and Investor level reporting
Associate (Portfolio Accountant)
State Street Syntel Services Pvt. Ltd.
11.2010 - 05.2011
- Analysis of Fixed Income Securities, Derivative(F&O), Equities, Bonds
- Accounting for Mutual Funds and Pension Funds
- Keep Track of and book Income Accruals and trade settlements
- NAV verification on Month-end basis
- Daily Cash and Stock Reconciliation
- Month end audit and Investor Reporting
Commercial Officer
Platinum Food Specialities Pvt. Ltd.
06.2006 - 12.2008
- Maintaining the stock records of different Consumer products
- Review weekly and monthly performance calculations for accuracy
- Review month-end closing packages
- Established a month-end closing process to ensure accuracy and efficiency in inventory accounts
- Assisting the suppliers and Agencies with respect to the inventory management
Education
MBA - Business Management
Institute for Technology and Management
Mumbai, Maharashtra04.2011
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce
Tilak College, Mumbai University I
Mumbai, Maharashtra04.2006
High School - undefined
ICL High School
Mumbai, Maharashtra04.2001
Skills
- Project management
- Strategic leadership
- Analytical thinking
- Coaching and mentoring
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration and leadership
Certification
Claritas Investment Certificate from CFA institute, USA in 09/2015
Languages
English
Intermediate (B1)
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
Marathi
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Associate Director
Apollo India Services LLP (Apollo Global Management Inc.)
01.2024 - Current
Associate
Apollo India Services LLP (Apollo Global Management Inc.)
12.2019 - 12.2023
Team Manager
Cognizant Technology Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2019 - 11.2019
Team Lead
Cognizant Technology Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2016 - 06.2019
Analyst
Cognizant Technology Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2013 - 03.2016
Senior Process Executive
Cognizant Technology Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2011 - 06.2013
Associate (Portfolio Accountant)
State Street Syntel Services Pvt. Ltd.
11.2010 - 05.2011
Commercial Officer
Platinum Food Specialities Pvt. Ltd.
06.2006 - 12.2008
MBA - Business Management
Institute for Technology and Management
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce
Tilak College, Mumbai University I
High School - undefined
ICL High School