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Pavan Vasisht

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Experienced business controller with a strong finance and analytics background.

Belgium

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters growth, encourages innovation, and values analytical insights.

I am a dedicated business controller with extensive experience in finance and analytics, currently supervising P&L reporting for Mews. My role involves providing insightful business analysis and recommendations to enhance performance and drive strategic decision-making. I thrive in dynamic environments where I can leverage my analytical skills to support leadership and foster business growth.

Previously, I served as a Business Controller for AXA Partners, where I managed P&L, prepared budgets, and engaged with stakeholders to ensure financial alignment with business objectives. My experience also includes delivering over 200 training sessions on Excel/VBA and financial modeling, showcasing my commitment to knowledge sharing and professional development.

Throughout my career, I have been recognized for my contributions to various organizations, receiving awards for excellence in teamwork and leadership. I am passionate about continuous improvement and look forward to leveraging my skills in a challenging new role that values innovation and strategic insight.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Business Controller

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Mews

Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 1 month)

Supervised and consolidated P&L reporting for the entire Group. Provided business insights and recommendations through analysis of business performance and key metrics.

Business Analysis Financial Planning Stakeholder Management

Trainer & Consultant

Independent

Aug 2018 - Mar 2025 (6 years 7 months)

Delivered over 200 training sessions on Excel/VBA, analysis, and data/financial modeling. Worked on projects and business cases with industry specialists, students, and organizations.

Excel VBA Data Analysis Financial Modeling Business Case Development

Business Controller Northern Europe

AXA Partners

Sep 2020 - Jun 2024 (3 years 9 months)

Managed P&L, verified accounting entries, and prepared budgets, financial forecasts, and 3-year strategic plans. Engaged with internal stakeholders, providing oversight and guidance on performance versus budget.

P&L management Budgeting Financial Forecasting

Financial Business Analyst, Commercial Finance

DS Smith Packaging Marketing

Sep 2017 - Sep 2020 (3 years)

Controlled revenue, coordinated monthly closing, and collected/consolidated KPI data. Monitored key business drivers and trends, delivering inputs for forecasting and budgeting.

KPIs Forecasting Budgeting Business Intelligence

Analyst, Deal Management

Mastercard

Sep 2015 - Sep 2017 (2 years)

Supported Customer Account Managers and operational functions with analysis to recommend solutions and process improvements. Built and maintained financial models, business cases, and custom tools for internal control processes.

Financial Modeling Process Improvement Deal Management

Pricing, Sales & Marketing

Toyota Motors Europe

Jun 2013 - Jun 2014 (1 year)

Supported the Lexus pricing team in handling the pricing process for the Pan-European market. Assisted the Product division in creating a new safety strategy across all models of Toyota and Lexus in Europe.

Pricing Strategy Market Analysis Data Analysis

Engineer/Management Trainee, Sales and Marketing

ABB India Ltd.

Jun 2011 - Jul 2012 (1 year 1 month)

Drove the definition and preparation of marketing tools customized for local needs, including technical clarifications and solution descriptions. Worked on standardizing offers for stackers-reclaimers in the Process Automation Division.

Marketing Tools Technical Consulting Production Planning Process Automation Project Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Corporate Finance Institute

Certification, Business Development Skills, Corporate Finance

2024 -

Expected to complete the Financial Modeling & Valuation Analyst (FMVA) certification from the Corporate Finance Institute in 2025. This certification focuses on developing strong business development skills and expertise in corporate finance.

EDHEC Business School

Masters of Science, Strategy & Organisation Consultancy

2014 - 2015

Activities and societies: Received certification and funding for the program.

Completed a Master of Science in Strategy & Organisation Consultancy at EDHEC Business School. The program provided in-depth knowledge and practical skills in strategic management and organizational consulting.

EDHEC Business School

Masters in Management, Business Management

2012 - 2013

Activities and societies: Received 4 H.E.A.R.T Awards (Highlighting Excellence & Recognizing EDHEC Teamwork).

Pursued a Master in Management with a Business Management Track at EDHEC Business School. This program focused on comprehensive business management principles and practices.

National Institute of Engineering

Bachelor of Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering

2007 - 2011

Activities and societies: Recognized for contributions in deal management team, project support, model redesign & Innovation. Received the 2016 CFO Award from the Worldwide Finance Team at Mastercard for leadership and process of regulatory separation.

Obtained a Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from the National Institute of Engineering. The curriculum covered fundamental and advanced concepts in electrical and electronics engineering.