Manjri Shah adyjxy@r.postjobfree.com Business Operations Lead/ Integration Lead 201-***-****

Professional Summary:

A proven business Operations /Integration lead with a reputation of integrity in integrating acquired companies and building cross functional relationships coupled with solid business practices.

Key Strengths:

Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.

Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Professional Experience:

Cognizant Technology Solutions June 2014-July 2023

Associate Director- Business Operations Lead Health Sciences Practice

Maximized the efficiency of all business processes for healthcare and Life Sciences practice.

Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.

Built processes that met the business objectives and ensured compliance.

Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets.

Reviewed current Backlog and confirmed pipeline for the revenue forecast for each month.

Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.

Created yearly SGA Budget and reported variances against actuals.

Managed all Financial reporting to senior management.

Senior Integration Lead-Corporate Development

Certified Mergers & Acquisition Specialist (M&A Leadership Council of America)

Managed integration of the following acquisitions across multiple geographies:

Bolder Healthcare a revenue cycle management solutions provider with offices across US & India.

ATG a Salesforce Quote to Cash Solution Company with footprint across five continents including key footholds in EMEA and APAC.

Merged Code Zero into ATG’s Salesforce Quote to Cash practice.

10th Magnitude a leading cloud specialist focused exclusively on the Microsoft Azure cloud computing platform.

New Signature, centered on Microsoft cloud solutions, created a dedicated Microsoft Business group within Cognizant.

Contino, a leading global technical consultancy.

Managed integration plans for all functional workstreams including HR, IT, Finance, Ethics & Compliance, Legal, Facilities, Organization Change Management and Corporate Security.

Communicated project plans and progress to key stakeholders and project contributors.

Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.

Created dependency mapping between work streams and tracked major milestones.

Established and managed change management processes to fulfill successful project transitions.

Delivered complete, accurate and quality executive and management status reports.

Gathered data on integration issues and vulnerabilities, reported findings and recommended improvements.

Company admin for Midaxo (M&A Project Management Web based Application) trained and onboarded over four hundred users on Midaxo platform.

Consolidated and Analyzed deal integration budgets and tracked variances.

Hyperion Functional Lead/Project Manager

Led a team of 5 Associates for the Implementation of Enterprise Performance Management Applications.

Functional lead for Hyperion Applications at Toyota Financial Services and leading Restaurant Franchise (CKE) with over 3500 locations in USA and worldwide.

Created a Business Requirements Document and submitted it to leaders for sign off.

Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.

Resolved network issues and configured Single sign on for the application access.

Monitored resolution of bugs, tested fixes and helped developers tackle ongoing problems by providing QA perspective.

Documented testing procedures for developers and future testing use.

Operated under Agile and Scrum frameworks to complete releases and well-organized sprints.

Authored and maintained well-organized, efficient and successful manual test cases for entire team.

Completed pre-implementation testing for new system modifications to assess potential impacts.

Coordinated cross-functional teams to determine timely delivery and compliance of project requirements.

NITU Technologies Feb 2010 - May 2014

Lead Hyperion Project Manager /Tax and Financial Services Professional

Managed an IT Engineering and Tax and Financial Services Company.

Hyperion Project Manager for Three end to end Implementations of Hyperion applications.

Created Documentation for the entire implementation process.

Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.

Authored Unit SIT, & UAT Test plans & scripts.

Conducted end user training sessions to train users.

Oversaw large portfolio of projects to support teams, report progress, and influence positive outcomes for key stakeholders.

Maintained schedules to meet key milestones at every project phase.

Monitored project progress, identified risks and implemented corrective measures to acquire success.

Crafted and maintained project plans and schedules to meet organizational objectives.

Updated customers and senior leaders on progress and roadblocks.

Developed and maintained project budgets to control costs and meet organizational and project goals.

Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution.

Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.

Managed all tax and financial reporting and submissions of Partnership Tax returns.

Managed the Tax preparation practice and prepared Individual, Partnership and Corporate Returns.

Alliance Tire Co Jan 1998 - Feb 2010

General Manager/ Controller

Managed US distribution organization for an Israeli & Indian Tire Manufacturer.

Headed marketing team of five for sales of Specialty Tires.

Procured two million dollars in Government contracts.

Participated in corporate policy development as a member of the senior management team.

Managed all Controller functions including, but not limited to, AR, AP, treasury, and GL.

Managed month end close activities including posting of journal entries.

Collaborated closely with external auditors & attorneys for International Transfer Pricing.

Payroll & Benefits Administrator.

Monitored financial performance, set budgets, and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.

Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.

Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.

Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles.

Analyzed market trends and competitor activities to create competitive advantages.

Provided strategic oversight of marketing and promotional campaigns to keep campaigns aligned with overall goals and objectives.

Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.

Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.

California Closet Company

Finance Manager Jan 1994 - Jan 1998

Managed all franchise related accounting and budgeting activities.

Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.

Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.

Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.

Forecasted trends and recommended improvements based on financial risk analyses.

Education:

BS - Accounting & Auditing- University of Mumbai- India

Certified Mergers & Acquisitions Specialist (M&A Leadership Council)

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