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Ramesh Verma

Faridabad

Summary

Meticulous & knowledgeable professional offering over 15+ years of experience teamed with excellent delivery, top performance and effective knowledge in financial services gamut that includes, FP&A, Month End Accounting, Management Reporting, MIS reporting, etc. Currently Associated with Genpact India Private Limited as Assistant Vice President – FP&A.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Vice President | Europe and AMEA FP&A and Commercial Finance

Genpact India Private Limited
09.2024 - Current
  • Led Core FP&A and Commercial Finance teams across Europe and AMEA, managing 65 resources.
  • Collaborated with global stakeholders through regular governance to enhance client management.
  • Drove digital transformation projects, significantly increasing adoption rates across teams.
  • Improved operational efficiency by implementing continuous improvement initiatives and restructuring operating models.
  • Executed cost optimization strategies, including band mix improvements and productivity enhancements.
  • Identified revenue acceleration opportunities, generating new business avenues.
  • Recruited and developed talent to strengthen team capabilities.

Senior Manager| FP&A Eastern Europe and A&C CoE Lead

Genpact India Private Limited
01.2016 - 08.2024
  • Managed Core FP&A for Eastern Europe and $1 billion Advertisement Expenses for total Europe.
  • Led team of 10 FTE Managers and Assistant Managers supporting FP&A across Europe.
  • Executed four distinct roles: FP&A for Nordics, UK Chocolate, Eastern Europe, and A&C CoE Lead.
  • Reviewed and analyzed monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports alongside budgeting and forecasting.
  • Coordinated annual planning and quarterly forecasting with Category Directors and Regional Controllers.
  • Collaborated with Marketing Managers to analyze A&C spending for various campaigns.
  • Calculated P&L for new product developments to support key decisions.
  • Spearheaded finance initiatives including A&C automation and standardization projects.

Manager | Data Strategy and Insights

American Express India Private Limited
05.2015 - 12.2015
  • Prepared performance reports for senior leadership, including SVPs and VPs.
  • Forecasted annual performance of sales executives based on actual trends.
  • Provided advanced analytics to support senior leadership in driving sales.
  • Created stacked rankings of sales executives according to annual performance metrics.
  • Assisted senior leadership in finalizing ratings for sales managers.
  • Delivered insights to US sales team to enhance business outcomes.
  • Conducted detailed analyses to inform strategic decision-making for sales initiatives.

Manager | PO&A Client Incentive Team

American Express India Private Limited
04.2010 - 04.2015
  • Managing the FP&A role for USGCG (US Global Client Group), JAPA and Canada and LA GDC Market. Key responsibility was to identify the potential Risk or Opportunities to the P/L with regards to Client Incentive Payments. Portfolio size (expense line) $160 MM for USGCG, $20 MM for Canada LA GDC $10M and $30 MM for JAPA total comprises of 3,000 corporate clients.
  • Analysis of Forecast vs. the Actual at a client level on a month on month basis.
  • Working closely with LFO in preparing yearly forecast and keep a close track of P/L and B/S movements.
  • Maintaining strong governance of the P/L and Balance sheet from the accruals standpoint and avoid any exposure to P/L
  • Performing Month end accounting and reporting, Intercompany accounting, B/S Accounts reconciliation and Posting reviewing journal entries.
  • Supporting internal and external audits (IAG and PWC Audits) and performing SOX controls.
  • Worked on a Six Sigma Green Belt Project in transforming the Global Adequacy Process, where I have implemented various controls, checklists, SOPs, Trackers which have driven an improvement of 80% in the process.
  • Involved in various Projects to enhance the CIS System (current system used in the Process). Have implemented various new functionalities like Hi Roc, Partner Profiling, CIS Oracle integration, CIS reporting enhancements which has taken the process to a different level.
  • Leading various tech initiatives & performing automation of excel based models & calculations with stringent controls.

Education

MBA - Finance and Marketing

Institute of Management And Development
01.2010

B.Com - Honors

Calcutta University
01.2007

Skills

  • ERP and reporting tools: SAP, Oracle HFM, Essbase, Smart View
  • Business software proficiency: MS Office 2003-365
  • Problem solving
  • Project management
  • People management
  • Relationship building
  • Digital transformation
  • Financial analysis

Key Proficiencies

  • Demonstrated Expertise in Transitioning process from onshore client to Genpact, Financial & Management Reporting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Automation & Standardization of projects, Transitions, MIS Management, People management.
  • Track record of Maximizing Business Opportunities and consistently achieving/exceeding corporate financial performance goals
  • Brings International Perspective of the business world from rewarding experiences acquired while working in foreign markets
  • Enthusiastic leader in all aspects of operations, financial planning, reporting, and human resources and Leading a Team of 65 FTE. Have more than 5 years of team leading experience.
  • Project Management, lead various global/process specific assignments, as well as driving multiple improvement initiatives ensuring compliance & process efficiency coupled with productivity. Have expertise in process simplification using digitalization tools like Excel Macros, Tableau etc. Six Sigma Green Belt Certified and driven 5 additional Green Belt Project for the team.
  • Leverage analysis and business insights to drive Organizational Improvements and Best practices
  • Keen Communicator with ability to effectively communicate across all hierarchical levels, cross functions, and external stakeholders.

Languages

Languages known: English, Hindi

Timeline

Assistant Vice President | Europe and AMEA FP&A and Commercial Finance

Genpact India Private Limited
09.2024 - Current

Senior Manager| FP&A Eastern Europe and A&C CoE Lead

Genpact India Private Limited
01.2016 - 08.2024

Manager | Data Strategy and Insights

American Express India Private Limited
05.2015 - 12.2015

Manager | PO&A Client Incentive Team

American Express India Private Limited
04.2010 - 04.2015

MBA - Finance and Marketing

Institute of Management And Development

B.Com - Honors

Calcutta University
Ramesh Verma