SAP FICO (BW & AFO)
RAHUL JHA
Financial Planning Reporting and Control
Summary
Financial professional with deep expertise in financial planning and analysis with a robust background in Finance & accounts gained over past 9+ years. Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling, with proven ability to drive strategic initiatives and optimize financial performance. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing business needs. Known for reliability and effective communication, ensuring seamless integration of financial strategies and operational goals.
Currently leading the FPRC (financial planning analysis and control) functions at BT eServ India Pvt. Ltd., with a focus on proper analysis, reporting and controlling functions, showcasing exceptional performance. Hands-on experience in managing Record-to-Report (R2R) process; managed customers and vendor relations, purchase orders management , expense control, team management and stakeholder Management. Resourceful in financial modeling, forecasting, and variance analysis, with a track record of successfully handling statutory audits and reducing finance costs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Financial Planning and Analysis Manager
BT EServ India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2023 - Current
- Conducting monthly analysis of P&L statements and cost bases for various units, cost centers, and profit centers to ensure accurate financial oversight and resource allocation.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy and reliability by streamlining data collection and analysis processes.
- Managing revenue recognition (ASC 606/IFRS 15) and cost booking for different units across BT, ensuring alignment with relevant accounting standards and financial policies.
- Compiling MD&A reports, including Flash Reports, Outlooks & Commentaries to provide critical insights into financial performance.
- Generating and analyzing Interco. recharges, Subcontractors & Agency P&L reports, IT Cost, T&S - travel and spends report trends and various costs analysis to derive areas for cost control & efficiencies.
- Established internal audit procedures to validate and improved accuracy of financial reporting.
- Performing variance analysis and updating financial outlooks to ensure accurate forecasting and timely adjustments to financial plans.
- Successfully lead a major project to stabilize Interco. processes and reporting mechanisms resulting in efficient and reliable inter co. reportings.
- Mentored co-colleagues, providing guidance on best practices in financial modeling, forecasting, and analysis techniques.
- Earned multiple recognition for reporting accuracy and efficiency in managing multiple timelines and over 150 annualized hours of work by streamlining information into a unified database.
- Received accolades from the Finance Director for prompt and precise reporting, demonstrating exceptional performance and reliability.
Manager - Finance and Accounts
ELI Research India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2019 - 04.2023
- Improved financials reporting accuracy by streamlining processes and implemented efficient financial controls.
- Oversaw all aspects of the month-end close process, ensuring timely completion of accurate financial statements for executive reviews supported with Management discussion and analysis reports (MD&A).
- Enhanced suppliers and customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining proper lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality compliance and service delivery.
- Managed AP & AR functions, performing due diligence to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Maintained strong work relationships with internal & external auditors, facilitating smooth audit processes and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Managed a team of finance professionals, providing guidance, support, and ongoing training to ensure continued growth and development.
- Conducted liquidity forecasts, working capital management, budget preparations, variance analysis and impairment analysis.
- Enhanced cash flow management with timely accounts receivable monitoring and collections efforts.
- Contributed to major project in the renewable energy sector and established the books of accounts and operations with necessary compliances.
FTC - Supervisor (CMA)
L & T MHPS Boilers Limited
04.2018 - 04.2019
- Prepared invoices and processed MIRO entries in SAP.
- Managed Bank Guarantees (BGs) by handling and posting all related entries in SAP.
- Addressed vendor queries promptly, taking necessary actions to resolve issues and expedite the processing of bills for timely payments.
- Compiled monthly provisions and prepared working documents for Excise Duty (ED).
- Prepared and reviewed cash flow statements, as well as monthly MIS reports and PPTs for management review, providing insights and supporting strategic decision-making.
- Conducted weekly site data correctness checks and scrutiny to ensure data accuracy.
Associate Apprentice (CMA)
JCB India Limited
03.2017 - 04.2018
- Executed the initial adoption of IND AS and Schedule III for JCB.
- Prepared final accounts, including Balance Sheet, P&L, SOCIE, and CFS.
- Compiled and delivered MIS reports, providing insights into financial performance.
- Managed the preparation of provisions and their reversal entries.
- Prepared and filed schedules for Income Tax Returns (ITR), 3CEB, and 3CA.
- Oversaw monthly TDS deposits and performed reconciliation.
CMA Trainee
Indian Oil Corporate Limited
10.2016 - 03.2017
- Prepared invoices and processed voucher payments, ensuring timely financial transactions.
- Compiled and posted bills and entries in SAP, utilizing various T-Codes.
- Managed and resolved queries via email, addressing issues promptly.
- Coordinated with various parties of IOC Limited, including B.S.F, N.S.G., C.R.P.F., and Army.
CMA Trainee
Housing and Urban Development Corporation Ltd. (HUDCO Ltd.)
04.2015 - 07.2016
- Prepared and analyzed the monthly cash budget, comparing it with actual figures to identify variances; maintained a weekly bank budget.
- Monitored cash positions and planned investments in FDs and other investment areas.
- Prepared and posted various types of vouchers, including cash, bank, and journal entries.
- Scrutinized ledgers and performed reconciliations for debtors, creditors, and head office accounts; prepared bank reconciliation statements.
- Compiled and analyzed Daily Production Reports and Daily Costing Reports.
- Managed day-to-day treasury operations, including planning and executing funding strategies and identifying investment opportunities.
Education
Cost & Management Accountants
Institute of Cost Accountants of India
04.2013 - 01.2016
B.Com. - FC&A
Indira Gandhi National Open University
01.2014 - 01.2016
Skills
Experience with SAP systems
Accomplishments
- Earned recognition for report accuracy and efficiency in managing multiple timelines and over 100 hours of work by streamlining information into a unified database.
- Received accolades from the Finance Director for prompt and precise reporting, demonstrating exceptional performance and reliability.
- Implemented a new cost allocation methodology that resulted in a reduction in unnecessary expenses, demonstrating a keen eye for identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Collaborated with IT teams to enhance financial data management systems, leading to decrease in reporting errors and ensuring data accuracy for strategic decision-making.
- Streamlined financial reporting processes, reducing reporting time.
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 11/05/94
Summary
An enterprising professional and visionary leader offering multi-faceted expertise in Financial Analysis & Reporting, R2R Process Management; targeting to express potential and deliver results via tactical leadership assignments with an organization of repute., Financial Accounting & Reporting, R2R (Record to Report) Processes, Cost Management/ Optimization, Revenue Recognition, Budgeting & Forecasting, Process Optimization, Regulatory Compliance, Accounting Activities, Risk Management & Mitigation, Cross-functional Collaboration, Team Building & Leadership, SAP/ SAP AFO, Oracle, Sage Intacct, Lotus, Outlook, Microsoft Excel & Database
Software
Oracle (latest Version)
Advance excel
Power query and Power Pivots
PowerPoints and Outlook
SAGE
QuickBooks
Tally ERP
Copilot tools
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Hindi
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Interests
Cricket
Crypto
Modern India History
Timeline
Financial Planning and Analysis Manager
BT EServ India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2023 - Current
Manager - Finance and Accounts
ELI Research India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2019 - 04.2023
FTC - Supervisor (CMA)
L & T MHPS Boilers Limited
04.2018 - 04.2019
Associate Apprentice (CMA)
JCB India Limited
03.2017 - 04.2018
CMA Trainee
Indian Oil Corporate Limited
10.2016 - 03.2017
CMA Trainee
Housing and Urban Development Corporation Ltd. (HUDCO Ltd.)
04.2015 - 07.2016
B.Com. - FC&A
Indira Gandhi National Open University
01.2014 - 01.2016
Cost & Management Accountants
Institute of Cost Accountants of India
04.2013 - 01.2016
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