Sakshi Bharuka
Mumbai
Summary
Skilled Assistant Commercial Manager with a background in corporate finance, executing strategic plans, and driving business compliance. Strong track record in implementing transformational financial processes using tools like SAP and OTM, meanwhile leveraging educational background in FP&A, Accounting, etc. Proven ability to foster relationships with stakeholders and clients while consistently meeting organizational objectives. Demonstrated impact on profitability through effective cost-control measures and efficient resource allocation. Adept at leading high-performing teams and managing key processes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Commercial Manager
Asian Paints
Mumbai
09.2022 - Current
- Managed budgeting, forecasting, and cost control to drive quarterly CAPEX/OPEX budgeting, aligning expenditure with financial goals.
- Drove P&L management, cost efficiencies, and implemented budgetary controls and tracking mechanisms.
- Initiated automation projects to improve the timeliness, accuracy, and efficiency of financial analytics.
- Spearheaded strategic planning initiatives, providing actionable insights through detailed financial modeling, KPI analysis, and forecasting to drive data-backed decision-making.
- Designed and implemented technology-driven solutions to streamline financial consolidations, improving
profitability and operational insights across a multi-entity structure. - Directed and supervised a team of 8 executives and 20 indirectly.
- Automated procurement processes, achieving a 40% reduction in cycle time. Increased efficiency by standardizing the cost approval procedure, decreasing the approval timeline by 30%.
- Implemented cross-functional governance and audit controls to ensure compliance with SOPs for commercial hygiene.
Credit Risk Analyst
ICICI Bank
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Credit appraisal & deal structuring by assessing client creditworthiness & projecting a 5-year trend analysis to balance risk.
- Credit assessment and underwriting through credit evaluation of clients by analyzing financial statements, cash flow, and industry trends to assess repayment capacity and determine credit limits.
Financial Analyst Intern
J Marathon Advisory Services Ltd
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Evaluating Indian stocks, commodities, & currency market through fundamental data analysis.
- Formulated and implemented investment strategies to maximize client portfolios' performance.
Sales & Marketing Intern
Titan Company Ltd.
05.2021 - 06.2021
- Evaluated competitive landscape concerning product portfolio, pricing, and distribution network strength.
- Proposed innovative pricing strategy, discounting approach, dealer application, and segment exploration.
- Formulated strategic roadmap targeting top-selling states and local, national festivals, allocating diverse category influencers through analysis of local reach, target audience, and estimated budget.
Education
MBA - Finance
IIM Ranchi
03-2022
B.com (H) - Fin
FOC, BHU
03-2019
Skills
- Market research
- SAP ERP
- MS Office
- Decision-making
- Communication
- People's leadership
- Time management
- Budget management
Affiliations
• Received 8+ awards for leading multiple IT initiative & cost saving projects.
• Achieved the highest rating for two consecutive years among peers.
• Achieved the highest rating for two consecutive years among peers.
Hobbies and Interests
- Table Tennis
- Event handling & management
- Reading & Listening
Timeline
Assistant Commercial Manager
Asian Paints
09.2022 - Current
Credit Risk Analyst
ICICI Bank
04.2022 - 08.2022
Financial Analyst Intern
J Marathon Advisory Services Ltd
05.2021 - 07.2021
Sales & Marketing Intern
Titan Company Ltd.
05.2021 - 06.2021
MBA - Finance
IIM Ranchi
B.com (H) - Fin
FOC, BHU