Financial Analyst Data Analysis

Nihaal Sayala

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/nihaal-sayala-a98178226/ EDUCATION

Stevens Institute of Technology Hoboken, NJ, USA May 2023 Masters in Financial Analytics Honor: Provost Master’s Scholarship Award Gokaraju Rangaraju Institute of Engineering & Technology Hyderabad, India July 2021 Bachelor of Engineering, Computer Science Engineering SKILLS

• Financial skills: Financial Analysis and Forecasting, Market Analysis Variance analysis, Data analysis, Data interpretation, Investment Strategies, Wealth Management Services, Risk Assessment, Strategical Financial Planning, Due Diligence, Performance Metrics, Presentations, Analytical Skills, Quantitative Analysis, Written Communication, Pursuing CFA

• Certifications: Strategy Consulting by Boston Consulting Group

• MS Office: MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word, MS Outlook and MS Project

• Programming languages: SQL, C, C++, HTML-CSS, Google Analytics, R language, Python, Tableau, Power BI. Familiar with trading platforms and can handle complex data analytics

• Possess strong soft skills like organization, process-orientation, self-motivation, solid work ethic, interpersonal skills, leadership skills and a team player, which can contribute to the effective delivery of projects on time and within budget EXPERIENCE

Professional Experience:

Datacloud TEK Client - Medline Jersey City, United States May 2023-Present Financial Analyst

• Conducted in-depth analysis of financial performance, resulting in a 10% increase in identifying key trends and providing actionable insights.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to gather financial data, ensuring a 15% improvement in reporting accuracy.

• Assisted in developing and maintaining annual budgets and quarterly forecasts, contributing to a 12% increase in forecasting accuracy. Worked closely with department heads, aligning financial plans with business objectives, resulting in a 20% improvement in budget adherence.

• Analyzed and explained budget variances, highlighting key drivers and recommending corrective actions, leading to a 15% reduction in budget deviations.

• Effectively communicated financial information to non-financial stakeholders, fostering a collaborative and informed decision- making environment.

Academic Experience:

Stevens Institute of Technology Hoboken, NJ January 2022–May 2023 Experience in Timely and Accurate Management Reporting:

• Orchestrated seamless consolidation and delivery of precise management reporting requirements.

• Spearheaded the design and development of cutting-edge financial reporting packages.

• Executed dynamic presentations of comprehensive financial reports, employing advanced data visualization techniques. Enhancement of FP&A Processes and Data Visualization:

• Continuously optimized FP&A processes, leveraging state-of-the-art data visualization tools for streamlined operations.

• Pioneered the transformation of billing processes to overseas operations, ensuring a seamless and efficient transition. Strong Internal Controls and Relationship Building:

• Championed robust internal controls, fortifying the integrity of all management reporting processes.

• Cultivated meaningful relationships with internal and external business unit customers, consistently surpassing expectations for reporting and analysis.

• Navigated ad hoc reporting, analysis, and data visualization initiatives with a strategic focus on supporting decisive decision- making.

Financial Modeling and Analysis:

• Developed and implemented sophisticated financial models for options pricing, forward contracts valuation, and conducted Monte Carlo simulations.

• Utilized advanced regression models to analyze the impact of COVID-19 on country indexes and major sectors, providing valuable insights into market trends and volatility.

• Proficient in data analysis and forecasting, achieving a 12% increase in portfolio value and employing ARIMA and GARCH models for time series stock data forecasting.

Investment Recommendation and Data Analysis Tools:

• Designed and implemented a user-centric Robo-Advisor, leading to a 20% increase in user base and a remarkable 25% growth in assets under management.

• Proficient in utilizing Tableau and other data visualization tools for financial data analysis and presentation.

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