Susanta Mondal
Bengaluru
Summary
Finance professional with 15 years of experience in automation and operational efficiency. Delivered over 100 hours in savings at Caterpillar Inc. through innovative solutions. Led a team of 12 in the ABB (GBS) EMEA region, enhancing cross-functional collaboration and strategic initiatives. Expertise in Power BI, providing actionable insights to improve decision-making processes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Caterpillar Inc.
Bangalore
05.2024 - Current
- Achieved savings of over 100 hours in portfolio management, ART, and OAT through automation.
- Help facilitate the LWL transition process.
- Demonstrated expertise in Financial Planning & Analysis, Competitor Benchmarking, and Portfolio Management across USA and UK markets.
- Drove strategic initiatives via operating profit analysis, P&L management.
- Delivered actionable insights using Power BI reporting, Power Query, and Axiom to enhance executive decision-making. Presented high-level financial reports to the DCFO, supporting strategic objectives.
FP&A Manager
ABB Global Business Services
Bengaluru
11.2021 - 04.2024
- Achieved savings exceeding 250 hours through OBL and orders automation projects.
- Established and managed Centers of Excellence (COE) across Egypt, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, and India.
Led cross-functional teams with 12 direct reports to drive operational excellence. - Delivered strategic financial insights to enhance decision-making processes.
- Specialized in product costing, sales finance accounting, product pricing, and financial planning. Utilized SAP HANA, SAC, Power BI, and Power Query for data analysis and reporting.
- Executed stakeholder engagement initiatives to foster collaboration and alignment.
Developed scalable financial processes to support business transformation efforts.
Assistant Finance Manager
ITC Limited
Bengaluru
04.2015 - 11.2021
- Achieved over 500 hours in savings through SAP COPA implementation project.
- Co-led co-loading project with annual value of INR 30 crore.
- Consolidated financial data from 19 plants to support strategic decision-making.
- I oversee three direct reports.
Finance & Accounts Executive
The Institute of Cost Accountants of India
Kolkata
06.2013 - 04.2015
- Managed TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) process and ensured compliance with tax regulations.
- Oversaw budget and forecasting consolidation to improve financial accuracy.
- Contributed to automation initiatives utilizing .NET technologies for enhanced efficiency.
- Streamlined financial planning processes through technology-driven solutions.
Finance & Accounts Executive
Model Engineering E.P.C
Kolkata
01.2011 - 06.2013
- I have worked on Provident Fund (PF) related activities, handled RA (Running Account) bills for construction contracts, and managed various TDS (Tax Deducted at Source) related tasks.
- My responsibilities included ensuring statutory compliance, processing contractor payments, and maintaining accurate tax records.
Education
CMA (Cost Accountant) - Cost Accounting
The Institute of Cost Accountant of India
Kolkata, WB2013
Graduation (B.com ) (H) - Accounting
University of Calcutta
Kolkata, WB2008
Skills
- Leadership and impact measurement
- Customer focus
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Strategic initiatives
- Continuous learning
- Cultural alignment
- Technical skills: Power BI, Power Query, SAP S/4HANA, PowerPoint
Accomplishments
• 100+ hrs saving in portfolio management/OAT in Caterpillar.
• 250+ hrs Saving through OBL/Orders automation projects in ABB.
• 500+ hrs saving through SAP COPA implementation project ITC LTD.
• Co-loading implementation project $3.6M Per annum ITC LTD.
• Awards & Recognitions
Two-time Best Employee Award – ABB
Trusted Partner Award – Caterpillar
Three Spot Awards – Caterpillar
• 250+ hrs Saving through OBL/Orders automation projects in ABB.
• 500+ hrs saving through SAP COPA implementation project ITC LTD.
• Co-loading implementation project $3.6M Per annum ITC LTD.
• Awards & Recognitions
Two-time Best Employee Award – ABB
Trusted Partner Award – Caterpillar
Three Spot Awards – Caterpillar
Computer Aptitude
- SAP S/4HANA, Fiori apps, SAC, MS Office,
- Power BI, Power Query
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Bengali
Native
Native
Hindi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Timeline
Accountant
Caterpillar Inc.
05.2024 - Current
FP&A Manager
ABB Global Business Services
11.2021 - 04.2024
Assistant Finance Manager
ITC Limited
04.2015 - 11.2021
Finance & Accounts Executive
The Institute of Cost Accountants of India
06.2013 - 04.2015
Finance & Accounts Executive
Model Engineering E.P.C
01.2011 - 06.2013
CMA (Cost Accountant) - Cost Accounting
The Institute of Cost Accountant of India
Graduation (B.com ) (H) - Accounting
University of Calcutta