Prakash Kalwar
@prakashkalwar
FP&A and financial reporting professional who automated Excel reporting at Max Life Insurance, cutting turnaround by 2–3 days.
What I'm looking for
At Max Life Insurance Company Limited, I developed Excel, VBA, and macro reporting systems that reduced turnaround time for recurring monthly and quarterly deliverables by 2–3 days. I also analyzed financial results, prepared variance commentary, and supported reporting under IRDAI regulations.
At NIMB Ace Capital, I assess IPO companies and develop DCF and relative valuation models. My experience also includes audit work across banking and insurance, and I’m a Chartered Accountant and CFA Level I candidate seeking an FP&A role.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Research Analyst
NIMB Ace Capital
Apr 2026 - Present (5 months)
Performed financial due diligence on 12 IPO companies and built valuation models using DCF and relative valuation methods. Conducted fundamental and sector analysis to support investment recommendations.
Audit Executive
S.R. Pandey & Co.
Sep 2024 - Feb 2026 (1 year 5 months)
Managed internal audit teams for a commercial bank and life insurance company, identifying control gaps and preparing audit reports. Directed statutory audit for a non-life insurance entity ensuring regulatory compliance.
CA Industrial Trainee
Max Life Insurance Company Limited
Jan 2023 - Jul 2024 (1 year 6 months)
Analyzed financial results, prepared variance commentary, and closed books per IRDAI regulations. Designed Excel/VBA reporting systems reducing turnaround time by 2-3 days and led annual industry benchmarking.
Article Assistant
Ray & Ray Chartered Accountants
Jul 2021 - Jan 2023 (1 year 6 months)
Led internal audit of Fusion Micro Finance covering HR, IT, and statutory compliance. Prepared consolidated financial statements for 48 branches and presented reports to senior partners.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
CFA Institute
CFA Level I Candidate, Finance
CFA Level I Candidate for May 2027, recipient of the CFA Institute Access Scholarship.
Indira Gandhi National Open University
Bachelor of Commerce, Accountancy and Finance
Bachelor of Commerce in Accountancy and Finance, result published in December 2025 with certificate awaited.
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Chartered Accountant, Accountancy
Grade: 52%
Chartered Accountancy qualification completed in May 2024 with a final score of 312/600 (52%) on the first attempt.
National Examination Board
Class XII, General
2015 - 2017
Grade: 72.5%
Completed Class XII with a score of 725/1000 (72.5%).
SLC Board Nepal
Class X, General
2014 - 2015
Grade: 84%
Completed Class X with a score of 672/800 (84%) and distinction.
Udemy
Financial Modeling and Company Valuation, Finance
Completed certification in Financial Modeling and Company Valuation.
Udemy
Beginner to PRO in MS Office: Financial Modeling, Finance
Completed certification in Beginner to PRO in MS Office: Financial Modeling.
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