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Ankita Balaji

@ankitabalaji

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Experienced finance professional with strong analytical and leadership skills.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role in a dynamic organization that values growth and innovation, where I can apply my analytical skills and contribute to strategic financial decisions.

I am a dedicated finance professional with extensive experience in business finance and management reporting. Currently, I serve as an Assistant Manager at Thomson Reuters, where I lead a team of associates in providing financial analysis and reporting to senior management. My role involves ensuring data integrity, managing month-end close activities, and developing standard operating procedures to enhance efficiency.

Previously, I worked as a Manager at Novartis, where I executed critical financial reports and prepared forecasts that informed strategic decisions. My experience at Accenture as a Senior Analyst further honed my skills in financial consolidation and budget management. I have a strong foundation in SAP and automation, which I leverage to drive process improvements and deliver meaningful insights to stakeholders.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Assistant Manager – Business Finance

Current

Thomson Reuters

Jan 2024 - Present (1 year 5 months)

As an Assistant Manager in Business Finance, I provide financial and management reporting and analysis to internal teams and management. I manage a team of 4 associates, support month-end close activities, and develop SOPs for processes. My role involves ensuring data integrity and evolving processes for better reporting.

Financial Reporting Team Management Data Integrity SOP Development Budgeting Forecasting SAP GUI Process Improvement Communication Skills

Manager BPA

Novartis/Sandoz

Aug 2020 - Jan 2024 (3 years 5 months)

In my role as Manager BPA, I executed SAP queries for month-end closing, prepared forecasts, and analyzed production orders. I also managed cost reconciliations and prepared reports for leadership, ensuring data consistency with SAP.

Financial Forecasting Data Analysis Reporting Budget Management Financial Analysis Presentation Skills

Offering & Delivery Senior Analyst

Accenture

Dec 2016 - Aug 2020 (3 years 8 months)

As a Senior Analyst, I consolidated portfolio financials, prepared MIS reports, and managed budgets. I supported financial queries from leadership and took on automation projects to enhance efficiency in financial reporting.

MIS Budget Management Automation Financial Reporting SAP Project Management Communication Skills

Tax Staff Accountant

BSRR & Co, KPMG

Jun 2012 - Jul 2015 (3 years 1 month)

During my articleship, I handled income tax submissions, prepared tax computations, and assisted in advisory engagements. I researched judicial pronouncements to support tax appeals and filings.

Tax Compliance Advisory Client Management Regulatory Services Communication Skills

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Chartered Accountant, Chartered Accountancy

2011 - 2016

Grade: 55%

Qualified as a Chartered Accountant in May 2016 with 55% marks. Gained extensive knowledge in accounting, taxation, and financial management.

Osmania University Maitreyi Degree College

Bachelor of Commerce, Commerce

2010 - 2013

Grade: 77%

Completed B.Com (Computers) with a focus on accounting and computer applications, achieving a score of 77%. Developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills during the course.