Vikash Katara

Dynamic and result-driven Assistant Manager – Business Finance with over 6 years of experience in P&L ownership, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), and strategic business support. Adept at aligning financial strategies with overall business goals, backed by a solid track record in delivering operational efficiency, cost optimization, and insightful financial reporting.

Currently reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and playing a pivotal role in preparing Board of Directors (BOD) decks, investor presentations, and executive-level business insights. Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis, enabling senior leadership to make informed decisions based on accurate financial projections.

Skilled in preparing and leading monthly MIS, driving financial accuracy and timeliness while mentoring and supervising cross-functional teams. Proven capability in end-to-end Accounts Payable (AP) operations, including handling advance payments, credit terms, and vendor settlements.

Extensive experience in cost control initiatives, particularly around inventory management, freight cost reconciliation, and ledger maintenance. Designed and implemented scalable SOPs for credit operations, including order verification, collections tracking, and customer risk controls.

Spearheaded the complete setup and execution of the IB Credit Collection process, achieving and sustaining a default rate below 3%, while ensuring policy compliance and timely recoveries. Strong grasp of vendor negotiation, with success in extending favorable credit periods and reducing operational costs.

A collaborative communicator, skilled at engaging with stakeholders across finance, procurement, and operations, ensuring seamless coordination and accountability. Proficient in modern financial tools and systems including Looker, Advanced Excel, SAP, Tally, NetSuite, and Google Sheets, supporting data-driven decision-making and automation of financial workflows.

• Advanced Excel, Udemy, Simplilearn, 2022
• Financial Modelling, Udemy, Simplilearn, 2022
• Financial Reporting & Budgeting, Udemy, Simplilearn, 2022

• Entered the semi-final of GD-PRO (an Inter University Debate) held at university.
• Participated in & won Several Debates - Hindi & English.
• Organized Several Competitions at Inter & Intra University Level.
• Member of the Organizing Committee of College Fest.
• Volunteered with an NGO as a part of CSR for University.
• Merit of being the class representative of for all 4 Years of Engineering.
• Arranged 2 Youth Parliaments in the University as the Creative Head of the event.

• Attended a month's Training at Maruti Suzuki Authorized Workshop
• Attended a month's training at BHEL, Haridwar
• Attended Seminars on Engines Overhauling & Mechanical Parts