Akhil Wadhwani
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Financial Analyst with proven expertise in financial modelling, forecasting, and investment evaluation, delivering accurate insights for strategic decision-making. Skilled in financial planning, budgeting, revenue projection, and detailed variance analysis, supported by strong Excel expertise and advanced Power BI analytics for effective data visualization and reporting. Experienced in DCF valuation, comparative analysis, and end-to-end M&A activities, including buy- and sell-side deal analysis and investment assessments. Adept at utilizing AI automation and predictive modelling to enhance financial models, improve forecasting accuracy, and optimize investment strategies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Financial Analyst
Swiss Arabian Perfumes Group
Dubai
2025.11 - 2026.02
- Built investment-focused financial models and analyses covering cash flows, and head office financial statement analysis to support capital allocation, portfolio monitoring, and timely financial closure.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly ageing and exposure analysis across receivables, inventory, suppliers, and inter-company balances to assess liquidity, working capital, and investment risk across SAPG entities.
- Utilized Microsoft Dynamics 365 and Power Bi for data extraction, reconciliation, and financial analysis, improving reporting accuracy and supporting annual Capex analysis and Budgeting analysis.
Financial Analyst
PraeEminere Investmenty Advisory DWC LLC
Dubai
2025.04 - 2025.10
- Prepared financial reports, budgets, and forecasts to assist management planning and decision-making.
- Conducted DCF valuation analyses to support accurate stakeholder communication.
- Monitored financial performance and key variances, optimising processes through advanced data analytics tools.
- Leveraged Excel and SAP to enhance reporting efficiency.
- Streamlined financial data processing by implementing new software tools.
Cost Analyst
CMA Bhawna Tomar & Co.
Bhilai, India
2019.02 - 2022.01
- Conducted audits across multiple sectors and strengthened internal controls, improving compliance and audit performance while identifying opportunities for operational and financial efficiency.
- Applied expertise in cost accounting, financial policies, and strategic financial planning to support informed management decisions.
- Produced detailed financial reports and investment advisory insights, including portfolio management, asset allocation, and performance benchmarking, which enhanced operational efficiency and supported sustainable business growth.
Education
A-Levels - Financial Risk Management
Global Risk Professional Association
Dubai 2026.01 -
A-Levels - Financial Risk Management
Global Risk Professional Association
Dubai 2026.01 -
Cost and Management Accountant (Level-2) - Cost and management accounting
Institute of Cost and Management Accountant of india
Delhi 2018.06 - 2022.12
Bachelor's of Commerce - Accounting and Finance
PT.Ravi shankar shukla University
India 2016.01 - 2019.01
Skills
- Variance assessment and data presentation
- Data visualization and analytics
- M&A activities and deal analysis
- PowerPoint presentations
- Discounted cash flow analysis
- AI automation in financial modelling
- Predictive modelling and revenue projection
- Decision-Making efficiency
- Financial KPIS
- Asset valuation
Websites
Certification
- FMI Foundations in Financial Modeling, Financial Modeling Institute (FMI)
- CFI Corporate Finance Foundations Professional Certificate, Corporate Finance Institute (CFI)
- ERP: SAP FICO 7.0
- Financial Modelling & Valuation in Excel, Udemy, 33.5 total hours
Interests
- Travelling
- Reading
- Badminton
- Chess
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
A-Levels - Financial Risk Management
Global Risk Professional Association
2026.01 -
A-Levels - Financial Risk Management
Global Risk Professional Association
2026.01 -
Financial Analyst
Swiss Arabian Perfumes Group
2025.11 - 2026.02
Financial Analyst
PraeEminere Investmenty Advisory DWC LLC
2025.04 - 2025.10
Cost Analyst
CMA Bhawna Tomar & Co.
2019.02 - 2022.01
Cost and Management Accountant (Level-2) - Cost and management accounting
Institute of Cost and Management Accountant of india
2018.06 - 2022.12
Bachelor's of Commerce - Accounting and Finance
PT.Ravi shankar shukla University
2016.01 - 2019.01