Reshma Gutala

I’m an MBA Finance graduate focused on end-to-end financial modeling—building DCF valuations, supporting FP&A decisions, and turning analysis into clear insights with Excel, Python, and Power BI. I’ve delivered measurable outcomes across independent finance projects, including an 18% improvement in Sharpe Ratio, 14% CAGR from a backtested strategy, and a 10-visualization Power BI dashboard.

In portfolio-focused work, I use Modern Portfolio Theory and mean-variance optimization to create data-driven portfolio combinations and reduce volatility through diversified, correlation-aware allocation. I also backtest trading strategies on historical price data to compare parameters systematically, and I build DCF models that compute WACC/CAPM and run sensitivity analysis across base, bull, and bear scenarios. For performance monitoring, I analyze financial statements using ratio and variance analysis, then package results into interactive Power BI dashboards.

To complement my finance modeling, I completed a Tax Analyst Intern (Virtual) experience through KPMG Career Catalyst, working on tax research, memorandums, GST risk ratings, and multi-state tax exposure evaluation. I’m now targeting an entry-level Financial Analyst or FP&A role where I can apply analytical rigor, scenario thinking, and automation to drive better decisions.