Manager-Corporate FPnA

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PINKY DEDHIA

? +91-982******* I ? *******.*@*****.*** I ? Dombivli, Maharashtra, India I

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Enterprise-Wide Financial Planning Global Mis Consolidation Strategic Business Partnering Process Transformation & Optimisation

PROFILE SYNOPSIS

Finance Professional with 15+ years of expertise in Financial Planning & Analysis across global geographies, driving business performance through strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. Demonstrates strong acumen in designing annual operating plans, rolling forecasts, and investor-ready, monthly & quarterly reporting decks aligned with enterprise growth objectives. Adept at transforming financial insights into board-level strategies by consolidating MIS, P&L, and KPI frameworks to guide revenue optimisation and cost management.

? Recognised for strengthening processes through automation, dashboard development, and reporting enhancements that improve the timeliness and accuracy of financial outputs.

? Collaborated with experience in cross-functional finance teams, fostering a culture of accountability, and continuous improvement to support organisational growth.

CORE COMPETENCIES

? Financial Planning & Execution

? Budgeting and Forecasting

? Variance Analysis Reporting

? Financial Transition & Automation

? Profit and Loss Management

? Business Performance Reviews

? Financial Modelling Development

? Cost Control & Budget Optimisation

? Dashboard and KPI Design

? Cross-functional Team Collaboration

? Training & Strategic Planning

? Investor & Board-Level Reporting

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ContinuServe (FKA Quatrro Business Support Services)

Manager ? Corporate FP&A Mar. 2023 ? Present

Strategic Financial Planning & Business Partnering

? Direct annual budgets and long-range plans, aligning financial objectives with corporate growth and strategic priorities.

? Partner with business units to provide financial insights supporting strategic initiatives, cost controls, and profitability goals.

? Deliver financial projections and risk assessments for new ventures, acquisitions, and expansion opportunities.

? Influence business strategy by translating complex financial data into actionable insights for cross-functional stakeholders.

Financial Analysis & Performance Management

? Conduct detailed variance analysis against forecasts & prior periods, recommending corrective actions to improve performance.

? Implement predictive analytics models to forecast revenue, margin, and cash flow trends, supporting long-term strategic planning.

? Produce monthly and quarterly reports, including Gross Margin analysis and EBITDA workings for senior leadership, highlighting key trends and performance against KPIs.

? Build financial models evaluating the feasibility and returns of new business lines and investment opportunities.

Process Optimisation & Decision Support

? Enhance budgeting cycle efficiency by implementing process improvements, reducing timelines and improving accuracy.

? Collaborate with senior leadership to prioritize strategic investments, ensuring alignment between financial planning and organizational objectives.

? Oversee finance transformation initiatives, integrating automation and analytics to elevate accuracy, speed, and insight delivery.

? Develop KPI-driven dashboards and reporting frameworks to monitor business performance and highlight emerging trends.

? Perform in-depth data analysis to identify opportunities and risks, strengthening decision-making at the corporate level.

HH Global

Commercial Finance Analyst Aug. 2022 ? Feb. 2023

? Partnered with operational leadership to align financial analysis with commercial objectives, driving informed strategic decisions.

? Built business cases and financial models, enabling scenario evaluation of revenue growth opportunities and cost implications.

? Delivered ad-hoc financial analysis & executive support on performance matters, enabling rapid decision-making on business priorities

? Managed planning and forecasting cycles, delivering accurate projections and actionable insights for management reviews.

? Developed KPI dashboards and performance reports, improving financial visibility and enabling timely corrective interventions.

? Enhanced reporting suite clarity & usability, streamlining processes and strengthening decision support for business stakeholders.

Startek Inc. (FKA Aegis Ltd.)

Assistant Manager ? Financial Planning & Analysis Aug. 2009 ? Jul. 2022

Strategic Financial Planning & Management

? Implemented budgeting cycles,embedding cost discipline & aligning financial planning with long-term corporate growth.

? Prepared & reviewed departmental budget templates, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and alignment with organizational standards.

Financial Operations & Performance Management

? Led comprehensive variance analysis across budgets, forecasts, and actuals, recommending corrective actions and ensuring timely reconciliation of accounts.

? Consolidated multi-geography MIS & management reports summarising expenses, & financial positions for board-level decision-making.

? Implemented predictive analytics to forecast performance, optimise resource allocation, and identify high-impact cost-saving opportunities.

Process Excellence & Organisational Impact

? Streamlined enterprise-wide reporting, reducing individual dependency and standardising practices across global locations.

? Implemented SAP-based accruals process, significantly improving month-end closing efficiency and audit-readiness.

? Collaborated with technical teams to customise system-generated reports, enhancing relevance and clarity for executive leadership.

? Institutionalised process automation and controls, reducing errors, accelerating reporting cycles, & enhancing decision-making confidence.

? Redesigned reporting structures, improving executive decision-making speed and clarity.

? Enabled faster month-end close and improved audit compliance through SAP process enhancements.

EDUCATION

MBA (Finance) ICFAI University

M.Com. Mumbai University

B.Com. R.A. Poddar College, Mumbai

ACADEMIC PROJECTS

Case Study Analysis ? Nokia vs. Motorola

Conducted an in-depth comparative study on business performance, market positioning, and environmental factors driving Nokia?s growth and Motorola?s decline.

Business Development Project ? Bisleri Packaged Drinking Water

Executed market research and competitive analysis to support launch strategy, driving customer adoption and evaluating financial feasibility to achieve break-even.

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