Rakesh Jain
Bangalore
Summary
Techno-functional Project Lead with 17+ years of experience in analytics-driven projects, financial operations, IT transformation, and compliance. Proven ability to bridge technical and functional domains, delivering data-centric solutions, driving stakeholder collaboration, and implementing advanced analytics to enhance decision-making. Adept at managing cross-functional teams, budgets, and regulatory standards while leveraging data governance frameworks to optimize business performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
Tata Consultancy Services
Bangalore
01.2023 - Current
- Directed a real-time data insights dashboard for 80+ global clients, enabling predictive decision-making through analytics
- Designed a KPI dashboard, consolidating critical data from offering to collections, enhancing strategic planning
- Established a data governance and quality program, improving reporting and decision accuracy
- Spearheaded an MIP monitoring framework, achieving $1.2M in cost savings annually through data analytics
Project Lead
Tata Consultancy Services
Bangalore
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Delivered a €7M AML compliance project, achieving 100% regulatory adherence using advanced analytics
- Improved transactional monitoring accuracy by 40% through a robust data analysis program
- Developed performance dashboards that provided actionable insights for senior leaders
Delivery Manager
Tata Consultancy Services
Bangalore
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Implemented a $4M risk-model framework, delivering six months early using a blend of technical and analytical expertise
- Facilitated analytical frameworks to identify key investment opportunities for the VC/PE arm of a banking corporation
Finance Manager
Maersk Global Services
Pune
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Led financial operations, integrating data analytics tools like Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) for accurate reporting
- Streamlined forecasting through analytical insights, improving financial planning accuracy
Team Lead – Finance
SunGard Global Services
Pune
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Automated compliance processes by integrating analytics into financial reporting, ensuring SEC adherence
- Managed data reporting systems aligned with IFRS, leveraging analytics to uncover compliance gaps
Finance Manager
Hindusthan Group Private Limited
Bangalore
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Enhanced budgeting and reporting through advanced financial models and analytical dashboards
- Conducted trend analysis and predictive modeling for cash flow and P&L statements to support long-term planning
Finance Manager
Hindusthan Group Private Limited
Bangalore
01.2003 - 01.2007
- Enhanced budgeting and reporting through advanced financial models and analytical dashboards
- Conducted trend analysis and predictive modeling for cash flow and P&L statements to support long-term planning
Education
MBA - Finance
Stony Brook University
NY, USA08.2009
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
Bangalore University
01-2003
Skills
- Analytics & Insights: Real-time dashboards, KPI frameworks, predictive analytics, and data visualization
- Project Management: Agile & Waterfall methodologies, program delivery, resource planning
- Data Governance: Data quality frameworks, compliance, and regulatory adherence
- Technology Integration: Financial systems, IT frameworks, and business process automation
- Leadership & Collaboration: Multi-geography team management, stakeholder engagement
Hobbies and Interests
- Running
- Volunteering
- Hiking
- Travel
- Badminton
- Cricket
- Snooker
- Bowling
- Reading
Technical Knowledge
Jira, Tableau, Power BI, HFM, SQL, Python (basic), Data Governance, Risk & Compliance, Agile
Recognition
- Awarded for the data model that reduced the cost of due diligence of public companies by over 40%.
- Recognized for the Forex data screening implementation as part of AML requirement.
Timeline
Program Manager
Tata Consultancy Services
01.2023 - Current
Project Lead
Tata Consultancy Services
01.2019 - 01.2023
Delivery Manager
Tata Consultancy Services
01.2014 - 01.2019
Finance Manager
Maersk Global Services
01.2012 - 01.2014
Team Lead – Finance
SunGard Global Services
01.2010 - 01.2012
Finance Manager
Hindusthan Group Private Limited
01.2009 - 01.2010
Finance Manager
Hindusthan Group Private Limited
01.2003 - 01.2007
MBA - Finance
Stony Brook University
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance
Bangalore University
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