Financial Analysis & Budgeting Business Intelligence & Data Analytic
Resume:
Riyaben Patel
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(No Sponsorship Required)
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
A highly analytical and results-driven Field and Business Auditor with extensive experience in financial auditing, compliance, budgeting, and strategic financial planning. Adept at leveraging data-driven insights to improve financial efficiency and operational performance. With a solid background in financial modeling, KPI reporting, and process optimization, I have successfully led initiatives to enhance financial accuracy, mitigate risks, and streamline financial operations. My expertise in SQL (Advanced), Microsoft Excel (Advanced), Power BI
(Advanced) and financial data analysis has enabled me to drive business growth and efficiency. Analyzed financial data and developed standardized reporting insights for international expansion in advertising finance, enhancing decision-making across the ministry board of Canada. Passionate about delivering actionable insights that support data-driven decision-making, I am eager to contribute my analytical acumen and strategic thinking of an innovative and dynamic organization. CORE COMPETENCIES
● Financial Analysis & Budgeting
● Business Intelligence & Data Analytics
● Variance Analysis & KPI Reporting
● Costing & Profitability Modeling
● SQL & Financial Systems (Essbase, Data Warehouses)
● Process Improvement & Strategy Development
● Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
● Forecasting & Risk Mitigation
● Microsoft Excel (Advanced), Financial Modeling
● Financial statements, tax filings
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Ministry of Finance, Regina, SK, August 2021 – Current Field Auditor
Financial Analysis & Compliance
● Conduct in-depth financial internal audits and operational audits on businesses across multiple industries, ensuring adherence to provincial tax regulations and financial reporting requirements.
● Perform budget variance analysis by comparing projected vs. actual financial performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for business growth and compliance.
● Analyze large datasets using financial models and data visualization tools to generate insights that optimize tax reporting accuracy and efficiency.
Data Management & Process Optimization
● Led the automation of audit data analysis processes, reducing manual errors and improving audit turnaround time by 20%.
● Utilize Microsoft Excel (advanced functions, macros, pivot tables), SQL, and data warehouses to streamline financial reconciliation and reporting.
● Designed and implemented an enhanced tracking system for financial discrepancies, reducing reconciliation time by 30%. Variance & KPI Reporting
● Evaluate business performance by assessing financial statements, general ledger accounts, and tax filings, providing data-driven recommendations for improvement.
● Prepare and present monthly financial trend reports and KPI dashboards to senior leadership, identifying key risk areas and revenue optimization strategies.
● Utilize Essbase and other financial systems to forecast tax collections and revenue performance based on past trends and economic indicators.
Strategic Decision Support & Business Partnering
● Collaborate with senior management, external auditors, and government agencies to interpret financial data and ensure accuracy in financial decision-making.
● Advise businesses and taxpayers on complex financial regulations, compliance requirements, and tax policies, ensuring clarity and adherence to provincial legislation.
● Develop and refine costing/profitability models to evaluate business performance and improve financial reporting accuracy. RIYABEN PATEL Page 2
Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting
● Spearheaded the preparation of audit reports, financial analysis reports, and strategic recommendations, ensuring stakeholders receive clear, data-driven insights.
● Engage with cross-functional teams and external agencies, providing financial guidance and support to improve reporting standards and compliance processes.
● Conduct training sessions for team members and businesses on best practices in financial reconciliation, risk mitigation, and financial data interpretation.
Regulatory & Risk Management
● Assess tax liabilities, financial risks, and compliance adherence to mitigate regulatory issues and financial discrepancies.
● Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and financial governance structures, recommending improvements to enhance financial accuracy and operational efficiency.
● Implement corrective action plans for businesses with identified financial discrepancies, ensuring long-term compliance and sustainable financial management.
Placement Planet, Ahmedabad, India, September 2016 – April 2018 Junior Accountant Intern
● Cooperated with a team of 10-15 to conduct business audits within a mid-sized placement agency providing professional accounting services for individuals and business clients.
● Delivered a breadth of services to clients with diverse needs, preparing and delivering comprehensive financial status reports as a result of audit.
● Piloted financial records maintenance through in-depth analysis of balance sheets and general ledger accounts; verified purchase and sales bills.
● Entrusted with correcting errors by posting journal entry adjustments; as well as with reconciling bank and party accounts with high attention to detail.
● Governed bookkeeping and prepared financial statements, following all accounting principles with high integrity for maximum compliance to relevant rules and regulations.
The Home Depot, Regina SK, March 2019 – December 2022 Appliance Sales Specialist
● Pioneer a customer-first environment, consistently meeting and exceeding standards of performance in order to build customer rapport and productive relationships.
● Lead showroom walkthroughs, proactively seeking to assist customers by engaging, discovering their needs, and delivering tailored consultation.
● Educate clients on features and benefits regarding merchandise to guide them through the special-order process and generate sales.
● Garner expertise on all products and services (including credit options, financial plans, ESPs, etc.) in order maximize customer service capabilities.
EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Finance, 2019 – 2022 University of Regina, Regina, SK Certificate of Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps – Ministry of Labour, Training, and Skills Development
(Toronto, ON) (April 2019)
VOLUNTEERISM
Ambassador – University of Regina (2020 – Present) Hill Business Students’ Society – University of Regina (2020 – Present) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Languages: English, Hindi and Gujarati
Technical Proficiencies: Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook, SharePoint, Windows, Mac OS, Microsoft Exchange, Active Directory, Microsoft Project, Visual Basic
References available upon request
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