Senior FP&A & Finance Manager

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SRILAKSHMI ITHA

AUTHORISED TO WORK IN THE USA

Plainfield, IL 60586 224-***-**** **********.*****@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/srilakshmi-Itha FINANCIAL PLANNING & ANALYTICS MANAGER

Driving strategic financial decisions through insightful analysis, planning, and cross-functional partnership. FP&A professional with 10+ years of experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, variance analysis, and performance reporting for global organizations. Proven ability to drive cost optimization, enhance executive decision- making, and implement strong financial controls. Adept at partnering with cross-functional leaders to support strategic planning and operational efficiency. Highly proficient in SAP, Oracle, and BI tools with a reputation for accuracy, clarity, and leadership.

Core Competencies

Budgeting & Forecasting • FP&A Management • Financial Modeling • Financial Reporting • Variance Analysis • Gross Margin Analysis • CAPEX & Investment Analysis • Pricing Strategy • Scenario & Sensitivity Analysis • Cost Optimization • OPEX Management • Internal Controls • Compliance Management • Executive Dashboards • Financial Process Automation

• Stakeholder Management • Project Management • Team Leadership Technical Skills

ERP: SAP (FI, CO, WF, SD, MM, FS, BI, IFRP, BPC), Oracle Financials, QuickBooks Analytics & Reporting: Power BI, Oracle BI, Tableau Productivity: MS Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Access, Visio PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SKUK SOLUTIONS – USA

FINANCE MANAGER OCT 2024 – PRESENT

• Lead annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and operating expense management for key clients across multiple locations.

• Develop and maintain complex financial models to support forecasting, scenario planning, and strategic decision- making.

• Conduct detailed variance analysis comparing actuals vs. budget and forecasts to drive financial insights.

• Implement process improvements in the budgeting cycle, reducing completion time by 20%.

• Build dynamic financial models to evaluate new product launches, incorporating sensitivity and risk analysis.

• Serve as a strategic business partner to cross-functional leaders, driving cost control and operational efficiency. DAMAC PROPERTIES – Dubai, UAE

Finance Manager, Corporate Affairs Oct 2021 – Jul 2024

• Managed the corporate affairs department covering 370 legal entities across 40 countries, leading a 4-member team.

• Conducted NPV, IRR, and payback analyses for investment proposals and presented recommendations to executives.

• Led annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and MIS reporting cycles.

• Implemented a centralized document repository with automated reminders and compliance controls.

• Streamlined compliance monitoring and policy reviews, improving governance and reporting cycles.

• Negotiated 20% cost savings on $1M in agent fees over five years.

• Award: DAMAC Super Star (2023).

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AL-FUTTAIM GROUP – Dubai, UAE

Branch Account Manager, FP&A, Commercial Vehicles Division Jan 2019 – Sep 2021

• Led budgeting, forecasting, and MIS reporting for the division.

• Built financial models supporting new product launches with scenario and sensitivity analysis.

• Conducted balance sheet, cash flow, and variance analysis to evaluate business performance.

• Supervised a 5-member team responsible for billing, collections, and cash management.

• Supported pricing negotiations with international principals, achieving 5–10% discounts.

• Developed automated billing controls, eliminating manual errors and improving accuracy.

• Reduced overdue receivables through collaboration with sales teams.

• Awards: Distinguished Performer (2015–2019).

Financial Analyst, Select Auto Division Jul 2013 – Dec 2018

• Managed budgeting, forecasting, and MIS reporting.

• Created dynamic financial models to support feasibility analysis for new product launches.

• Conducted detailed variance analysis against budget and prior periods.

• Designed performance-linked sales incentive structures and streamlined commission processing.

• Led CAPEX evaluations and expanded asset leasing programs.

• Review and follow up with key customers on pending receivables.

• Award: Exceptional Efforts Award (2016).

AL AREEN HOLDING COMPANY – Bahrain

Financial Analyst Feb 2010 – Sep 2012

• Developed financial models for nine large-scale project proposals to support investment evaluation and capital allocation decisions.

• Prepared MIS reports, cash flow statements, financial forecasts, and consolidated financial statements for subsidiaries.

• Review and follow up with key customers on pending receivables.

• Review high value payments relates to subsidiaries & Capex on behalf of CFO

• Implemented IFRS-compliant accounting systems for a new luxury hotel and spa, improving financial controls and reporting accuracy.

EDUCATION CERTIFICATION

INSTITUTE OF CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS OF INDIA (ICAI) – India Chartered Accountant (CA) NAGARJUNA UNIVERSITY – Hyderabad, India Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.)

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