Working as FPnA partner at Livspace with KRA's of Aop preparation and implementation for SEA and KSA region, stakeholders management, MIS, Board deck and supporting leadership in better financial decision making. Major KRA's includes-- Lead the preparation and finalisation of Annual Operating Plans (AOP) and Long Range Plans (LRP).- Prepare board materials for monthly updates and address investor queries promptly.- Conduct financial scenarios analysis to support senior management in strategic decision-making- Identify risks and opportunities in Weekly Business Reviews (WBR) and collaborate on mitigation plans with stakeholders- Develop and finalize Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) & Objectives and Key Results (OKRs).- Drive MIS reviews and weekly performance evaluations, promptly addressing early warning signals.- Spearhead cost optimization initiatives across functions.- Provide support in due diligence processes and handle ad-hoc requirements.- Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams.- Manage Business Unit MIS, including sales performance tracking, incentives, and other analytics.- Prepare compelling business cases to support new investments and strategic decisions.

In my role as FP&A partner at Swiggy's private label kitchens (e.g., The Bowl Company, Homely) and cloud kitchen operations, I handled a wide range of responsibilities critical to financial planning and analysis:- Finalized monthly Management Information System (MIS) reports for private label and cloud kitchen segments.- Conducted detailed business reviews, providing insights to senior management on financial performance, trends, and strategic implications.- Developed comprehensive bottoms-up financial models for strategic planning exercises.- Created business plans that aligned with long-range planning objectives and growth initiatives.- Conducted thorough variance analysis between planned budgets and actual financial outcomes.- Identified key drivers of variance and collaborated with stakeholders to implement corrective actions and improve financial performance.- Led initiatives to drive cost reduction across private label and cloud kitchen operations.- Evaluated the effectiveness of cost-saving measures and validated their impact on financial performance.- Forecasted and reviewed operating expenses on a weekly and monthly basis.- Ensured accuracy and reliability of expense forecasts to support budgeting and financial planning activities.- Managed monthly book closing procedures in accordance with relevant accounting standards.- Provided support during internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy of financial records.Throughout these responsibilities, I played a pivotal role in supporting business decision-making processes, optimizing financial performance, and contributing to the overall strategic direction of Swiggy’s private label and cloud kitchen divisions.

- Exposure to monthly books closing activities, as well as MIS preparation for Ekart.- Coordinated with external auditors and facilitated the audit process, addressing any findings or recommendations.- Supervision of daily operations and process improvement through automation.- Management of overall accounting operations, including billing, collections, AR, GL, and other related tasks.- Supervised and mentored the finance team, providing guidance and support to ensure high performance and development

- Conducted limited reviews and annual audits for listed companies (e.g., UBL).- Gained experience in the preparation and finalization of financial statements (e.g., Zoom Cars).- Performed internal control testing, risk assessment, and internal control over financial reporting.

- Conducted financial and compliance audits for various clients, including reviewing financial records, ensuring regulatory compliance, and preparing audit reports.- Enhanced internal controls and procedures to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.