APURV RAJ
College Station, TX *****
256-***-**** - ad429x@r.postjobfree.com
WEBSITES, PORTFOLIOS, PROFILES
www.linkedin.com/in/apurv-raj
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
To leverage my academic knowledge, analytical skills, passion for financial markets to become a dynamic leader in finance industry. I aspire to contribute to organizations by driving financial success through strategic decision-making, risk management, innovative financial solutions.
SKILLS
Project Scheduling Documentation Management
Meeting facilitation Scrum Framework
WORK HISTORY
02/2024 to 03/2024 Jr. Project Manager
Telecom Gateway – Frisco, TX
Contributed to risk management efforts, identifying potential obstacles and developing mitigation strategies.
Facilitated effective team meetings for sharing updates, discussing challenges, and brainstorming solutions.
Delivered projects on time and within budget by consistently monitoring progress and adjusting plans as needed.
Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve issues promptly and maintain project momentum.
Supported senior project managers in various aspects of project planning, execution, and closure activities.
Participated in quality assurance efforts, reviewing deliverables for accuracy and adherence to specifications before client submission. 08/2023 to 01/2024 Finance Manager
Inspirix Technologies – Plano, TX
Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable. Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
Ensured compliance with local, state, federal tax regulations; timely filing of all required documents, mitigating potential penalties or fines. Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
Supported operations management, sales, and marketing efforts to increase revenue and overall financial health.
Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt. 03/2023 to 05/2023 Academic Coach
University of North Alabama – Florence, AL
Provide individual, group coaching and tutoring in identified content areas in-person and remote learning technology.
Assist in curriculum, workshop development and support effective development of a broad range of study skills.
Collaborated with teachers and administrators to develop and evaluate school programs by sharing student success data and insights. Collaborated with teachers and administrators to discuss academic needs of students.
Assisted in the coordination of school programs and events that promoted academic success and engagement.
Provided guidance on study habits, time management, and organizational skills to promote long-term academic achievement.
05/2021 to 12/2021 Finance Intern
Vardhan Consultancy Engineering
Analyzed risk involved in construction of apartment and determined potential outcome resulting from risk occurrence.
Reviewed and managed weekly reports and performance charts to present to group of 5 sales managers in weekly review meetings.
Conducted risk management reviews across organization and prioritize risk mitigation efforts.
Employed fault tree analysis leading to enhanced risk prevention of 35%. 05/2020 to 12/2020 Sales Marketing Intern
Gokund Dairy Farm
Managed social media presence across 2 websites, leading to boost in yearly sales by 20%.
Implemented channel sales operations strategy via 4 distributors across 2 regions. Analyzed data from goggle analytics, expanded walk-in traffic by 50%, initiating advanced digital media solutions and goggle listings management. Generated weekly excels spreadsheets with team of 2, reported measure of daily sales to manager, ensuring 100% cash receipts of sale orders. 05/2019 to 12/2019 Financial Planning Intern
Shriram Life Insurance
Collaborated on development of financial plan, budgets, assisted in analysis of departmental, project-specific financial performance. Contributed to preparation of management reports, presentation, supported evaluation of financial performance against key performance indicators. Compiled data from various departments, create accurate financial projections, participated in preparation of investment memos, including financial data. Participated in networking events within the local community, building strong relationships with potential clients and partners. EDUCATION
05/2023 Master of Business Administration
The University of North Alabama - Florence, Alabama 12/2021 Master of Business Administration
Chandigarh University Mohali - Mohali, India
08/2019 Bachelor of Business Administration
Siliguri Institute of Technology - Siliguri, India CERTIFICATIONS
The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing, Google Digital Garage Understanding Financial Markets, University of Geneva Developing Innovative Ideas for new Companies: The First step in Entrepreneurship, University of Maryland
Fundamentals of Project Plannings and Management, University of Virginia LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
University Leadership, Student Government Association (SGA) Senator, 2022-2023, As elected Senator of Budget Oversight Committee, role is to coordinate distribution of Annual Budgets to recognized clubs and organizations each year., Attended conference of American Student Government Association (ASGA), 2023, in New Orleans, Louisiana., President of Indian Student Organization (ISO), 2022-2023, As designated President, primary responsibility is to organize cultural events and coordination in community.