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Vijaysai Sukuru
Corporate Finance
Hyderabad,Telangana
Summary
Experienced Corporate Finance and Private Equity professional with over 15 years of proven track record in optimizing operational processes and driving business growth. Skilled in implementing strategic initiatives, fostering team collaboration, and improving organizational efficiency. Strong leadership and problem-solving abilities utilized to streamline operations and consistently deliver results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Operations / Private Equity
Cognizant/Blackstone
Hyderabad
06.2021 - Current
- Delivery leader of 50+ FTE service engagement for a ~$70Bn AUM Private Equity player spanning multiple investment operations functions
- Leading internal and external stakeholder communication for seamless process delivery within agreed upon TAT and quality guidelines
- Onboarding, training and oversight of diverse investment professionals driving timely valuation signoffs and accurate NAV reporting
- Responsible for overall headcount strategy, mid/annual performance reviews, career pathing discussions and 1-1 mentorships
- Led and implemented multiple process improvement ideas across multiple teams converting into small-medium scale client benefits
- Managed multiple internal and external risk assessment audits around delivery excellence, compliance and performance
- Involved in multiple Thought leadership forums to develop and execute Whitepapers, Minimal viable products and Client transformations
- Turned around financial reporting valuation process resulting in ~25% sequential growth in net asset value reported from underlying investments
- Originated valuation reporting impact of up to ~$10mm from a bespoke operational risk assessment strategy built grounds up for the client
- Developed and issued first of its kind Operational Monitoring questionnaire to identify and monitor operational, regulatory, and reputational risks
- Scaled Investor reporting function to handle 150% throughput with the existing team size through improved workflows and staggered coverage
- $ discounts improved by ~300% through timely invoice processing and tactical process transformations in the client Payables function
- Improved cycle time by ~60% for quarterly deal close activities through VBA based automated email management tool
- Increased customer satisfaction by actively addressing concerns and ensuring timely resolutions.
Manager / FP&A
Aldrich Capital partners
04.2020 - 05.2021
- Built financial reporting processes for the firm's ~$15mm SaaS portfolio company
- Responsible for month end close-validation and publishing Flash and Board Meeting Presentations to Corporate leadership and PE sponsors
- Working with Business & Functional leads including Sales, Operations, HR, Payroll for monitoring capacity utilization drivers and monthly spends
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
Manager / Corporate Finance
Srinivasa Farms
06.2017 - 04.2020
- Lead Financial & Legal Due-Diligence, and Documentation for a ~$20mm PE investment from IFC (World Bank group)
- Developed Financial models, investor presentations submitted to Banks for term loans & working capital financing debt funding of up to $20mm
- Preparation of budgets & rolling forecasts for the entity and analytical review of period end financial statements
- Managed consolidation of underlying data from various businesses and published Management packs for key stakeholders
- Evaluated Business models, performed targeted research, and preparation of IC notes for initial/follow-on funding approvals
- Coordinated divestment of $1.25mm sale of 3MW windmill projects including valuation and sale documentation
Sr. Associate / PE & Corporate Finance
Moody's Analytics
11.2016 - 05.2017
- Developed Commercial Diligence materials, early-stage company valuations for Target investee companies
- Piloted projects for potential PE clients in areas of Industry Profiling, Company screening, assessment of target's competitive position and potential margin expansion opportunities
Associate / Market Intelligence
Hewlett Packard
04.2014 - 11.2016
- Business reporting and Performance Analytics for $150mm of Unit revenues through various Third-Party software partnerships
- Undertook Annual Budgeting exercise to determine the Unit's Total Addressable Market and annual revenue forecast targets
- Supporting Senior Mgt. for quarterly business reviews with vendors and formulating recommendations for increased scope of business
Deputy Manager / Corporate Finance
KMC Infrastructure
09.2012 - 03.2014
- Developed BOT financial models, formulated Annual Operating Plans (AOP) and coordinated weekly CEO reviews
- Coordinated Investor due diligence, reviewing Investor Term sheets, Shareholder agreements, Valuation reports
- Coordinated investor reporting for PE investor group including 3i Capital, Sequoia capital, Blue river investments, Canadian Pension funds
SME / Corporate Fin. & Accounting
ANSR Source
03.2010 - 08.2012
- Company Overview: Ed Tech
- Worked as Subject-matter-expert / content writer for a range of accounting and corporate finance texts published in the U.S.
- Served and managed client relationships with the top four academic publishing houses in U.S. and Canadian markets
- Worked as digital product analyst for the e-learning platforms distributed by international publishing houses
- Ed Tech
Education
Certified Public Accountant - Financial Accounting
AICPA
United States12-2025
Certified Management Accountant - Financial Planning & Analysis
Institute of Management Accoutants(USA)
United States02-2020
MBA - Finance & Accounting
Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning
India 04.2001 -
Skills
- Client relationship management
- Optimized resource utilization
- Effective team leadership
- Performance assessment
- Financial forecasting
- Data-driven decision making
Certification
ACCA: Certified in International Financial Reporting
Software
Oracle Netsuite
Peoplesoft ESA
Quickbooks
Advanced Excel
Additional Information
- Industry engagement advisor at St Ann’s College for women, Hyderabad, and Jyotibha Phule BC Welfare College/Medak
- Chapter volunteer for Institute of Management Accountants/Hyderabad, working towards advancement of management accounting profession
Timeline
ACCA: Certified in International Financial Reporting
03-2022
Head of Operations / Private Equity
Cognizant/Blackstone
06.2021 - Current
Manager / FP&A
Aldrich Capital partners
04.2020 - 05.2021
Manager / Corporate Finance
Srinivasa Farms
06.2017 - 04.2020
Sr. Associate / PE & Corporate Finance
Moody's Analytics
11.2016 - 05.2017
Associate / Market Intelligence
Hewlett Packard
04.2014 - 11.2016
Deputy Manager / Corporate Finance
KMC Infrastructure
09.2012 - 03.2014
SME / Corporate Fin. & Accounting
ANSR Source
03.2010 - 08.2012
MBA - Finance & Accounting
Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning
04.2001 -
Certified Public Accountant - Financial Accounting
AICPA
Certified Management Accountant - Financial Planning & Analysis
Institute of Management Accoutants(USA)
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