ELIZABETH KURUVILLA
****@********.*** +1-224-***-**** www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-kuruvilla26
EDUCATION
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Gies College of Business Champaign, Illinois Master of Science in Finance (STEM) December 2024
Relevant Courses: Derivatives, Python, Investments, Economics, Quantitative Finance, Applied Portfolio Management, Investment Banking, Financial Modeling, Machine Learning University of Madras Chennai, India
Bachelor of Commerce, Specialization: Finance June 2021 The Indian Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (CPA Equivalent) Chennai, India Chartered Accountant December 2021
Chartered Financial Analyst Level 1 candidate
EXPERIENCE
Illinois Business Consulting Champaign, Illinois
Consultant September 2023 – Present
• Developed Financial models to compare the financial impact of different motor options, collaborating with multiple entities
JP Morgan Chase & Co Bangalore, India
Global Finance and Business Management Analyst –Financial Analysis and Reporting July 2022 – July 2023
• Implemented an updated automation solution using the Alteryx tool and quantitative skills to improve efficacy of the work process
• Analyzed quarterly financial data for accuracy and completeness; perform quarter-over-quarter variance analysis for JP Morgan Entities in Hong Kong, Australia, China and Taiwan
• Coordinated with IT and various offshore teams to find faster and efficient ways to ease data processing and complete various urgent needs of businesses under high time constraints.
• Received spot award- Operational Excellence in financial analysis within 3 months of joining Rebou Ibra Auditors and Accountants Muscat, Oman
Financial Analyst October 2021 – July 2022
• Implemented dynamic data visualization techniques (waterfall charts, heat maps and bullet graphs) using Tableau for audit reports and wealth management
• Executed financial reporting for clients in diverse markets (financial services, Trading, manufacturing, and consumer retail) with turnovers from $10 million to $3 billion, ensuring 100% compliance with IFRS
• Examined cost structures and financial processes during accounting and audit using analytical skills, leading to identification of potential cost-saving measures for a client in the semiconductor industry, which collectively amounted to over $2 million in annual savings
Joseph & Rajaram Chartered Accountants Chennai, India Audit and Tax Intern July 2018 – July 2021
• Used MS Excel to identify revenue leakages of INR 2.5 million (approx. 10% of revenue) In a startup construction company
• Carried out the group and statutory audit as per IND AS Compliant Schedule III for an INR 10 million Indian subsidiary of a Japanese company.
• Worked independently on client consultation and project management regarding Goods and Service Tax (GST) implementation and provided advisory on tax implications such as loan raising, valuation and budgeting
• Trained 5 new team members on IND AS procedures, getting them into full production mode in 3 weeks.
• Received awards under the following categories: ‘Exceptional Client Service and Presentation skills’ LEADERSHIP
• Member of the pro-bono mentorship panel- Vision CA consisting of 230+ Chartered Accountants-mentors.
• Part of Member of Women on the Move Interactive Network at JP Morgan Chase & Co SKILLS
Tools: Python, SQL, MS Office skills, Tableau, Advanced Excel, Data Visualization, Microsoft Power BI, Pitch books, SAP