RAJATH VIJAYANANDA
Financial Controller - Western Europe
Bengaluru,KA
Summary
Accomplished financial professional with over twenty years of experience leading financial controllership and strategic FP&A across Western Europe, EMEA, the UK, and US markets. Proven track record in transforming financial operations, enhancing forecast accuracy, and strengthening governance frameworks to empower strategic decision-making. Expertise in building high-performing partnerships with C-suite executives consistently delivers measurable improvements in financial predictability, audit readiness, and operational efficiency. Committed to driving innovation and excellence in financial management to support organizational growth and success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
CIC Financial Controller – Western Europe
IBM India Pvt. Ltd.
Bengaluru, India
04.2021 - Current
- Lead comprehensive financial controllership for Western Europe CIC portfolio, partnering with regional CFOs, delivery executives, and operational leaders to drive transparency, compliance, and strategic financial outcomes across multi-country operations.
- Key Achievements:
- Transformed forecasting accuracy, reducing variance through implementation of disciplined FP&A processes and predictive modelling.
- Strengthened SOX compliance framework achieving 100% audit readiness with zero material findings across all quarters.
- Optimized ledger hygiene protocols reducing reconciliation time and improving month-end close efficiency.
- Developed executive KPI dashboard providing real-time visibility into portfolio performance, enabling data-driven strategic decisions.
- Partnered with European CFOs to implement spend governance framework, identifying cost optimization opportunities.
- Oversaw all aspects of the month-end close process, ensuring timely completion of accurate financial statements for executive review.
Deputy Manager – Investment Advisor & Financial Analyst
IBM India Pvt. Ltd.
Bengaluru, India
04.2016 - 03.2021
- Directed FP&A, budgeting, and management reporting for global portfolios across US, UK, and EMEA markets. Delivered comprehensive financial analysis, resource utilization optimization, and contract governance supporting executive decision-making.
- Key Achievements:
- Delivered utilization analytics for 2,500+ resources, improving billable utilization through data-driven insights.
- Managed contract portfolio ensuring backlog governance accuracy and minimizing revenue recognition delays.
- Strengthened SOX control environment across processes, reducing control deficiencies year-over-year.
- Produced CFO-level financial reviews and business cases supporting, investment decisions across geographies.
- Led budgeting cycles for multi-million-dollar portfolios, achieving forecast-to-actual variance within tolerance.
- Identified areas for improvement within the department, implementing strategic initiatives to address gaps in performance or resources.
Education
MBA - Corporate Finance & Banking
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) - Accounting
Skills
ERP and financial systems expertise
Data analytics and reporting
Budget management
Financial analysis and forecasting
Financial planning
Intercompany financial transactions
Operational efficiency enhancement
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Multiple Financial Excellence Awards across US, UK, and EMEA regions for outstanding financial stewardship., Controller of the Quarter – Recognized for exceptional portfolio management and audit readiness., Best Employee Award – Acknowledged for consistent high performance and cross-functional leadership., Star of the Quarter – Honoured for driving transformative improvements in financial processes.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Financial Controllership & Governance: End-to-end portfolio management with rigorous compliance frameworks.
- Strategic FP&A: Forecasting discipline, variance analysis, and predictive modelling driving accuracy improvement.
- Audit & Compliance Excellence: SOX controls, ledger hygiene, and audit readiness with zero material findings.
- Executive Reporting: KPI frameworks, performance dashboards, and CFO-level insights for strategic planning.
- Multi-Geography Operations: Contract governance, resource optimization, and backlog management across regions.
Timeline
CIC Financial Controller – Western Europe - IBM India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2021 - Current
Deputy Manager – Investment Advisor & Financial Analyst - IBM India Pvt. Ltd.
04.2016 - 03.2021
National Institute of Management, Ivory Carlson University - MBA, Corporate Finance & Banking
04.2001 -
Mangalore University - Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com), Accounting