SHIRSHA GUPTA
Mumbai
Summary
Results-driven FP&A Manager with 6.5 years of experience in leading budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to drive strategic decision-making and enhance financial performance. Proven ability to manage comprehensive P&L and cash flow targets, while creating insightful reports and presenting data to stakeholders. Track record of improving processes and delivering accurate financial insights. Strong communicator with a strategic mindset and a commitment to driving business growth through effective financial management.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager – Regional FP&A – AMEA
Kellogg’s
09.2024 - Current
- Led consolidation and analysis of Strategic Plan, Budget, Forecast, and Actuals for AMEA region covering 15 BUs, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
- Forecasting and driving delivery of AMEA NPAT & Cash Flow targets along with monthly analysis of variances against actuals.
- Driving cash flow targets with focus on CCD cycle highlighting significant variances.
- Analytical review and preparation of highlights of Performance Decks and management reporting of variances, balance sheet movements.
- Finance Custodian for the BPC Consolidation Systems partnering in upgrades & collaboration with IT teams to drive automations & system efficiency.
- Supported VPs and senior leaders with financial analysis and business partnering for strategic decision-making
- Collaborated with Regional Planning, Tax, Supply Chain, and corporate teams as needed.
Regional FP&A Manager
Kellogg’s
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Managed monthly and quarterly regional financial reporting and closing processes, providing insights to top management for Africa JV Business
- Led forecasting and delivery of Africa P&L and Cash Flow targets, including in-depth monthly variance analysis against actuals
- Monitored and evaluated performance of JV acquisitions
- Led process standardization, system enhancements, and capability development initiatives
- Delivered key insights and commentary on Quality of Earnings (QoE) and management reports to support performance measurement
- Collaborated with Regional Planning, Tax, Supply Chain, and corporate teams as needed.
FP&A, Business Partnering
Adecco Pvt. Ltd.
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Engaged in strategic business partnering with a specific vertical, overseeing the FP&A function comprehensively.
- Provided monthly performance reports with variance analysis to CFO.
Associate Manager, FP&A
PepsiCo Global Business Services India
03.2019 - 10.2021
- Consolidation of Actuals/Forecasting of financials for 2 complex business of AMESA Sector, MENA FOBO and India Snacks business.
- Collaborated with Franchise, Category/Commercial, Innovation, SCF, and reporting teams.
- Compiled monthly income statements, ensuring timely closure activities.
- Managed COC, variance analysis, ensuring timely submissions to the sector with comprehensive commentary.
- Ensure of forecast accuracy with a delta of 5% as a KPI.
- Presentation of MBR/QBR to the leadership teams for further projections.
- Hands on experience in Hyperion Financial Management, Tableau and MS Office tools
Associate
Auditics Pvt. Ltd. (Consultants for GSK)
11.2017 - 02.2019
- Conducted monthly closing process, approvals of provision and journal entries, thereby assuring smooth month end closing within allocated deadlines.
- Facilitate transition of AP processes from seven different sites to centralized system.
- Prepare Creditor’s Ageing and monitor open items in Balance sheet accounts for adherence to policy thresholds.
- Collaborate with internal and external auditors to ensure proper completion of quarterly and annual audits.
- Responsible for approvals of all invoices Including journal and other service bills processed.
Education
Chartered Accountant -
ICAI
India11.2016
B.Com -
DBRAU
Agra, India06.2012
Skills
- Tools : BPC & Hyperion (Consolidation tool), Tableau, SAP & Anaplan working knowledge, MS Office (Proficient)
- Managerial Skills : Strategic Thinking, Attention to Detail, Business Acumen, Reporting, Financial Analysis, Budgeting and Forecasting
Timeline
Senior Manager – Regional FP&A – AMEA
Kellogg’s
09.2024 - Current
Regional FP&A Manager
Kellogg’s
02.2022 - 08.2024
FP&A, Business Partnering
Adecco Pvt. Ltd.
10.2021 - 01.2022
Associate Manager, FP&A
PepsiCo Global Business Services India
03.2019 - 10.2021
Associate
Auditics Pvt. Ltd. (Consultants for GSK)
11.2017 - 02.2019
Chartered Accountant -
ICAI
B.Com -
DBRAU
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