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Bikal Joshi

@bikaljoshi

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Experienced FP&A Manager with a focus on strategic financial insights.

Australia

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that challenges me and offers opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.

I am a seasoned financial planning and analysis (FP&A) professional with over 10 years of experience in driving data-driven decision-making across the APAC region. My expertise lies in financial planning, cash flow analysis, and business strategy, where I have successfully partnered with executive leadership to enhance financial performance and operational efficiency.

Currently, I serve as an FP&A Manager at CHEP Australia, where I lead the Oracle EPM rollout and provide strategic insights to support key business decisions. My role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to align financial systems with business needs, ensuring seamless transitions during system upgrades, and mentoring finance teams to foster a high-performance culture. I am passionate about leveraging technology and data analytics to drive continuous improvement and deliver actionable insights.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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FP&A Manager, APAC

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CHEP Australia (A Brambles Company)

Sep 2021 - Present (3 years 8 months)

As FP&A Manager, I drove process improvements in planning and reporting, led the Oracle EPM rollout across APAC, and provided executive-level financial support. I developed UAT strategies, conducted training sessions, and partnered with business leaders to drive data-driven decision-making.

Oracle EPM Change Management Cross Functional Collaboration Budgeting Forecasting Team Leadership

Senior FP&A Analyst

CHEP Australia (A Brambles Company)

Mar 2021 - Sep 2021 (6 months)

Managed month-end processes, implemented SAP Analytics Cloud, and provided guidance to junior analysts. Developed metrics for reporting and conducted variance analysis to support management reporting and business targets.

SAP Analytics Cloud Budgeting Financial Reporting Performance Metrics Business Target Support Financial Analysis Stakeholder Engagement team guidance

FP&A Analyst, Asia-Pacific

CHEP Australia (A Brambles Company)

Aug 2019 - Mar 2021 (1 year 7 months)

Developed financial models for revenue and cost planning, managed UAT for SAP Analytics Cloud, and provided training for country teams. Led the budgeting and forecasting cycle for the APAC region, ensuring timely and quality reporting.

Financial Modeling SAP Analytics Cloud Budgeting Forecasting KPI Analysis Process Improvement

Finance & Sales Controller

Cosentino Australia Pty Ltd

Jul 2014 - Sep 2019 (5 years 2 months)

Worked closely with senior management to review performance against targets, performed financial analysis, and assisted in Salesforce implementation. Managed financial modeling and provided decision support to board members.

Financial Analysis Budgeting Financial Modeling Training Process Improvement

Finance Analyst (Contract Role)

Schneider Electric

Jul 2014 - Aug 2014 (1 month)

Provided financial analysis support in a contract role, contributing to various financial reporting and analysis tasks.

Financial Analysis Reporting Data Analysis Stakeholder Engagement Budgeting Forecasting Financial Modeling Process Improvement Team Collaboration Communication

Regional Taxation Intern

American Express Australia Limited

Jun 2013 - Mar 2014 (9 months)

Participated in the Regional Taxation Internship Programme, gaining exposure to taxation processes and financial analysis within a corporate environment.