Ankit Kumar Baral Email & Phone Number

I am a detail-oriented and collaborative professional with a solid foundation in data science and business analytics. With a Bachelor's in Data Science from Sri Sri University and a Master's in Business Analytics from Manipal Academy of Higher Education, I have developed a deep understanding of analytical tools, business intelligence, and automation technologies.During my tenure as a Project Intern at Textron India Private Limited, I worked closely with various financial teams, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Ledger, to identify inefficiencies and develop automation solutions. I successfully automated 12 manual reporting processes using Python and VBA, reducing report generation time by 40% and saving the team over 60 hours monthly. Some key projects include:PDF to Excel Data Migration: Developed a Python script for the General Ledger team to extract data from 77-page invoice PDFs in 30 seconds using NLP and Streamlit.Automation of VBA Macros with Python: Replicated complex VBA macros in Python to automate processes for the Accounts Payable department, streamlining monthly invoice processing for over 1,000 invoices.Full Automation of Accounting Processes: Spearheaded automation for 11 manual tasks within six months, improving the efficiency of multiple teams.I also have a strong academic background with hands-on experience in projects like:Sentiment Analysis on E-cigarettes: Conducted sentiment analysis using Python and NLP to assess public opinion on e-cigarettes from YouTube comments.Face Mask Detection Model: Developed a machine learning model to detect face masks in public areas during the COVID-19 pandemic using CNN and image processing.Core Skills:Data Science, Analytics, Econometrics, Machine Learning, Time Series Analysis, Regression Analytics, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization, Reporting & Documentation, Problem Solving, Automation, Algorithm Development, Ethical and Compliance PracticesTechnical Skills:Python, Streamlit, VBA, SQL, MongoDB, Hadoop, HQL, R Programming, Power BI, Tableau, Advanced Excel, LinuxI am certified in Financial Econometrics, Data Visualization in Excel, Supply Chain Analytics, and Linear Regression with Python, among others. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Odia, I am passionate about leveraging my analytical skills and technical expertise to drive business success and deliver impactful solutions.