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Rishabh Sikand

@rishabhsikand

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Results-driven executive with expertise in financial planning and operations.

India

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that fosters growth, values data-driven decision-making, and encourages team collaboration.

I am a results-driven executive with extensive experience in financial planning, strategic operations, and organizational development. My proven ability to optimize business processes and drive efficiency has led to significant improvements in pipeline coverage and sales productivity in my recent role as a Senior Financial Analyst at EASE, an InsurTech start-up.

Throughout my career, I have developed financial models and strategic growth plans that have contributed to a 15% improvement in pipeline coverage and a 20% increase in sales productivity. I excel in leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance operational workflows, having successfully reduced manual reporting by 25% and increased efficiency by 40%. My expertise in financial management and business growth strategy has been instrumental in ensuring accurate forecasting and tracking, resulting in notable improvements in forecast accuracy and ARR growth.

With a strong focus on leadership and team development, I have played a key role in organizational planning and recruitment strategies, fostering high-performing teams and strong client relationships. I am passionate about data-driven decision-making and continuously seek opportunities to enhance operational efficiency and drive business growth.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Financial Analyst

EASE

Sep 2021 - Present (3 years 11 months)

Developed financial models and strategic growth plans, contributing to a 15% improvement in pipeline coverage and a 20% increase in sales productivity. Managed revenue recognition and ARR performance, ensuring accurate forecasting and tracking, resulting in a 10% improvement in forecast accuracy and a 5% increase in ARR growth.

Financial Modeling Strategic Planning Sales Productivity Revenue Recognition Forecasting ARR Performance Recruitment Team Expansion

Sales Operations Analyst

Peets Coffee

Mar 2020 - Present (5 years 5 months)

Led operational analysis on route profitability, reducing transportation costs by 15% and improving route planning by 10%. Provided data-driven insights that enhanced decision-making processes, improving operational efficiency by 20%.

Operations Analysis Transportation Efficiency Data Insights Decision Making Processes Sales Metrics

Financial Analyst

Laserlink International

Jun 2015 - Present (10 years 2 months)

Spearheaded cost-reduction strategies, achieving a 10% cost savings within one year through optimized revenue and expense management. Integrated data analytics and process automation, leading to a 40% increase in operational efficiency.

Revenue Management Expense Management Data Analytics Process Automation Customer Engagement

Director of New Business Development

Database USA

Apr 2014 - Present (11 years 4 months)

Increased annual sales by 15%, earning an achievement award from the CEO for outstanding performance. Developed and implemented strategic sales initiatives, leading to a 40% increase in new customers and a 50% rise in sales volume.

Sales Growth Sales Initiatives Sales Volume Business Development

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of California, Santa Cruz

Bachelor of Arts, Business Management Economics

Studied Business Management Economics with an emphasis in Finance at the University of California, Santa Cruz. Gained expertise in financial analysis, strategic planning, and economic principles.

Institute for Information Technology Solutions

SAP ERP, HR Certification, SAP ERP, HR

Completed a certification in SAP ERP and HR at the Institute for Information Technology Solutions. Developed skills in enterprise resource planning and human resources modules.