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Viral Pandya

@viralpandya

Finance professional with 18 years of diverse industry experience.

India

What I'm looking for

I seek a challenging role in a dynamic organization that fosters growth and innovation.

I am a finance professional with over 18 years of cross-functional experience in budgeting, corporate finance, accounts receivables, and financial accounting across various industries including manufacturing and media distribution. My academic background includes an M.Com and an MBA in Finance, which has equipped me with a strong foundation in financial analysis and strategic planning.

Throughout my career, I have successfully led ERP system implementations and developed comprehensive financial models that align with company strategies. My role as a Financial Planning and Operations Manager at Zimplistic India has allowed me to optimize cost structures and enhance cash flow management, while my previous positions have honed my skills in budget consolidation and KPI reporting. I am recognized for my ability to drive process improvements and organizational efficiency, having trained over 500 colleagues in computing and financial practices.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

Financial Planning and Operations Manager

Zimplistic India

May 2024 - Present (1 year)

Assumed full responsibility for analyzing financial data to deliver actionable recommendations that optimized cost structures and enhanced cash flow management. Led the development and continuous refinement of comprehensive financial models and budgets, directly aligning financial planning with company strategy. Managed end-to-end cash flow, material planning, and implemented cost control initiati

WA

Sr. Manager (Finance)

Westrup ApS

Jul 2013 - Apr 2024 (10 years 9 months)

Served as Business Controller, managing budgets, forecasts, and fixed cost consolidation for the group and subsidiaries. Responsible for project controlling, including pre/after calculations and cash flow. Prepared and published KPIs for various teams and created dashboards using SQL, Excel, and IFS Lobby tiles.

RL

Sr. Executive (Account & Finance)

Rudolf Atul Chemicals Limited

Oct 2011 - May 2013 (1 year 7 months)

Prepared monthly performance summaries, MIS reports, and profitability statements for top management. Defined credit limits, monitored receivables, and managed accounts payable and payments. Assisted with audits, prepared budgets, and handled communication with foreign associates.

HS

Executive - Trainee

Hi-Tech Outsourcing Services

Apr 2007 - May 2008 (1 year 1 month)

Created and dispatched invoices for various departments and followed up with clients for payments. Generated various MIS reports for management, including aging, collection matrix, and outstanding reports. Gained experience in client communication and reporting.

IL

Summer Intern

India Infoline Ltd.

Apr 2006 - Aug 2006 (4 months)

Completed a summer internship focusing on initial public offerings. Prepared a project analyzing pre-IPO and post-IPO aspects. Gained practical experience in financial market research.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

NS

Not Specified

CMA US, Accounting

Currently pursuing the CMA US certification.

IG

ICFAI INC – Gandhinagar

M.B.A., Finance

Activities and societies: Won IT Quiz competition. Won Second prize in Mock Press Conference. Won First prize in inter college Glad Add Event.

Completed a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Finance.

Gujarat University logoGU

Gujarat University

B.Com, Commerce

Activities and societies: Won third prize in One Man Act at Inter College Youth Festival. Done Research Project with March Consultancy and FICCI on Privatization of Education System in India.

Obtained a Bachelor of Commerce degree.

Gujarat University logoGU

Gujarat University

M.Com, Commerce

Pursued a Master of Commerce degree.

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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