Ajay KumarAK
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Ajay Kumar

@ajaykumar15

Seasoned Lead Controller with expertise in Financial Planning & Analysis.

India

What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers strategic challenges, fosters collaboration, and supports professional growth in financial leadership.

I am a seasoned Lead Controller with over 17 years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). My expertise lies in strategic budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, where I have successfully led cross-functional teams to optimize financial performance and enhance profitability. I am recognized for my ability to deliver actionable insights that align financial strategies with organizational goals, contributing to sustained business growth.

Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a strong capability in managing large-scale budgets, performing variance analysis, and ensuring compliance with IFRS and local accounting standards. My role at Genpact India Private Limited as Manager - FP&A has allowed me to lead end-to-end financial planning activities, collaborate with various business units, and deliver detailed management reports that drive strategic decision-making. I am passionate about driving operational efficiency and supporting data-driven decision-making.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Manager - FP&A

Genpact India Private Limited

Oct 2021 - Present (3 years 8 months)

Led end-to-end financial planning and analysis activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance reporting to support strategic decision-making. Collaborated cross-functionally with business units to prepare and finalize annual budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and financial targets. Delivered detailed monthly management reports with actionable insights on financial pe

HP

Assistant Finance Manager

HSBC Electronic Data Processing

Oct 2014 - Oct 2021 (7 years)

Prepared monthly forecasts and actuals, as well as annual budgets on various P&L and KPI lines, followed by system upload and checks. Prepared and distributed regular financial reports, dashboards, and commentaries to management, highlighting key performance metrics and trends. Conducted variance analysis between actual results and forecasts, providing analytical support for strategic initiatives

RI

Lead Account & Finance

RBS India

Apr 2012 - Oct 2019 (7 years 6 months)

Provided financial analysis and reports on key performance indicators, creating internal reports to support the company’s decision-making process. Collaborated with other departments to prepare accurate budgets and built and maintained financial models and forecasts. Analyzed historical data, conducted variance and pipeline analysis, and interpreted instructions from senior leadership to guide FP&

BS

Team Support Specialist

Barclays Shared Services

Sep 2010 - Apr 2012 (1 year 7 months)

Coordinated a 3-month onsite transition project from the BSS London Head Office, working cross-functionally with IT, finance, and operations teams to align timelines and processes. Prepared and reviewed monthly financial reports for Balance Sheet accounts, ensuring completeness and compliance. Conducted in-depth analysis of outstanding entries and variances, resolving discrepancies by tracing back

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Senior Associate

Genpact India Private Limited

Jan 2006 - Apr 2009 (3 years 3 months)

Validated financial documentation by accurately calculating premiums and claims prior to processing, ensuring compliance with internal controls and policy guidelines. Handled end-to-end query resolution for discrepancies related to premium and claims transactions, working closely with internal teams and stakeholders. Conducted daily bank reconciliations for corporate bank accounts, identifying mis

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

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MBA, Finance

Completed a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Finance. Focused on advanced financial concepts and strategic business management.

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Unknown

B.COM, Accounting and Taxation

Obtained a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a focus on Accounting and Taxation. Gained foundational knowledge in financial accounting principles and tax regulations.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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