RAVI MEDURU
CFO
CHENNAI,INDIA
Summary
Results-driven CFO with strengths in financial forecasting and strategic planning. Enhances financial models to improve accuracy and supports profitability through informed investment strategies. Delivers comprehensive financial reports that inform senior management and drive organisational success. Analytical finance professional skilled in budget management and cash flow analysis. Conducts detailed variance analysis to recommend corrective actions, ensuring alignment with financial goals. Drives cost reduction initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and support sustainable growth. Finance professional with focus on strategic financial planning, budget management, and financial risk assessment. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, implementing cost-saving measures, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Skilled in financial reporting, stakeholder engagement, and driving business growth through data-driven decision-making. Expert [Job Title] bringing [Number] years of expertise in [Industry]. Effectively manages assignments and team members. Dedicated to self-development to provide expectation-exceeding service.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CFO
Lipi Marketing Pvt. Ltd.,
Chennai
07.2014 - Current
- Conducted detailed budget analysis, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions to align with financial goals.
- Monitored cash flow projections regularly, advising on investment strategies and liquidity management.
- Analysed financial data to identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements across the organisation.
- Enhanced financial forecasting models, improving accuracy of revenue and expenditure projections.
- Managed and independently completed company payrolls, invoices, VAT and other expenses.
- Reviewed and reconciled bank statements, resolving discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.
- Prepared comprehensive monthly financial reports, highlighting key metrics and trends for senior management review.
- Participated in strategic planning meetings, offering insights on financial implications of proposed business initiatives.
- Assisted in the preparation of VAT returns and other statutory filings, complying with HM Revenue and Customs regulations.
- Coordinated with external auditors during annual audits, providing necessary documentation and explanations for financial transactions.
- Established company targets based on previous performance and predicted forecasts.
- Authorised use of teams and materials for specific departments and projects.
- Conducted financial audits on company matters to determine areas for cost reduction and opportunities for financial growth.
- Established and maintained strong relationships with banking institutions, ensuring favourable terms for credit facilities.
- Created reports on financials and forecasts using Excel and PowerPoint.
- Oversaw global financial operations, steering company towards profitability and financial stability.
- Facilitated the annual budgeting process, collaborating with department heads to forecast expenditures and revenues.
- Chaired finance committee meetings, leading discussions on fiscal policy and strategic financial planning.
- Analysed market trends and competitor activity, advising on strategic financial planning and investments.
- Conducted comprehensive market analysis to inform financial forecasts for review.
- Developed comprehensive weekly, monthly, and yearly budget reports for financial assessment and strategic cost management.
- Conducted cost-benefit analyses for major projects, supporting decision-making processes with financial expertise.
Consultant Data Analyst
EDS Instruments & Systems Pvt. Ltd,
Chennai
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Prepared detailed reports summarising findings from data analyses, highlighting key recommendations for strategic planning.
- Streamlined data collection methodologies, reducing time spent on data entry and increasing data quality.
- Dispensed advice on data collection methods, techniques and tools to help businesses gather factual and correct information from customers, partners and other stakeholders.
Asst. Manager Finance
Ramboll India Pvt. Ltd.,
Chennai
12.2009 - 07.2013
- Managed accounts payable and receivables, raising invoices, reconciling accounts and processing cash transactions.
- Handled customer and employee finance queries, complaints and concerns, resolving with balanced solutions.
- Performed thorough cash flow analysis and monitoring, maintaining smooth, efficient company finances.
- Increased transparency of financial operations to prepare for external audits.
- Coordinated with external auditors to facilitate annual audits, achieving clean audit reports.
- Enhanced revenue recognition processes, improving accuracy and timeliness of income reporting.
- Collated, prepared and interpreted reports, budgets, accounts and financial statements to assist senior management decision-making.
- Utilised advanced Excel expertise to appropriately manage and manipulate financial data for analysis.
- Created monthly cash flow forecasts and budgets, reporting concerns to best maintain stable company finances.
- Oversaw month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial statements.
- Prepared detailed reports on financial performance for senior management review.
- Managed financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, to support business objectives.
- Prepared detailed financial reports for senior management, highlighting performance against key financial indicators.
- Assisted in compiling danish reports on weekly timesheets.
Supported billing ratio assessments and management of misreporting issues.
Contributed to the preparation of offshore reports and intercompany P&L documentation.
Helped create intercompany balance sheets and holistic HR reports.
Sr. Finance Associate
Mentoris Solutions India Pvt., Ltd.
Chennai
07.2009 - 11.2009
- Coordinated with different departments to compile and analyse financial information for management decision-making.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of new accounting systems and software.
Senior Accountant
Ventech Solutions (India) Pvt. Ltd.
Chennai
11.2005 - 06.2009
- Managed financial accounts, reconciling bank statements and monitoring cash flow to maintain accurate records.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely settlement of invoices and maximising cash flow.
- Produced monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents and invoices.
- Posted journal and ledger entries, prepared financial statements and reports and closed books.
- Oversaw payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate salary payments to all employees.
Internal Audit- Articles
M K Ravindran FCA
Chennai
09.1999 - 10.2005
- Conducted internal audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and enhance financial transparency.
Accountant
Anu Graphics Systems
Chennai
10.1998 - 08.1999
- Updated general, sales and purchasing ledgers on schedule and verified information against documentation.
Education
Master of Business Administration - MBA
Tamilnadu Open University
Chennai, TN1998
Bachelor of Arts - B.com
Sri Venkateswara University
Tirupati, IN-AP1996
Skills
- Financial forecasting
- Budget management
- Cash flow analysis
- Cost reduction
- Advanced Excel
- Financial reporting
- Strategic planning
- Audit coordination
- Team leadership
- Compliance management
- Data analysis
- Problem solving
- Microsoft Excel
- Decision making
- Financial analysis and cash controls
- Balance sheet reconciliations
- Market analysis
- Revenue growth
- Profit and Loss Analysis
- Budget planning and forecasting
- Business performance reporting
- Auditing competencies
- Crisis management
Languages
Telugu
First Language
Telugu
First Language
MOTL
Certification
- [Area of study] certified
Operating Overseas Branch and Controlling
- Overseas Branch Office Registration
- Overseas Branch Office Operating Controlling Finance and Accounts
- Overseas Branch Office Financial Statement and Audit Supports
Timeline
CFO
Lipi Marketing Pvt. Ltd.,
07.2014 - Current
Consultant Data Analyst
EDS Instruments & Systems Pvt. Ltd,
08.2013 - 06.2014
Asst. Manager Finance
Ramboll India Pvt. Ltd.,
12.2009 - 07.2013
Sr. Finance Associate
Mentoris Solutions India Pvt., Ltd.
07.2009 - 11.2009
Senior Accountant
Ventech Solutions (India) Pvt. Ltd.
11.2005 - 06.2009
Internal Audit- Articles
M K Ravindran FCA
09.1999 - 10.2005
Accountant
Anu Graphics Systems
10.1998 - 08.1999
Master of Business Administration - MBA
Tamilnadu Open University
Bachelor of Arts - B.com
Sri Venkateswara University