CA RATHAN RAJ. A
Dubai, UAE
Summary
Dynamic finance professional with 13 years of experience in management reporting, financial reporting, audit & assurance, and financial planning & automation. Proven track record of optimizing processes to boost productivity and enhance reporting efficiency, resulting in improved organizational performance. Acknowledged for significant contributions to strategic decision-making and business model development, backed by strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Partner
A. John Moris & Co.,
2020.03 - Current
- Provided CFO services to clients across diverse industries.
- Managed a range of audits with expertise in statutory and internal procedures.
- Skilled in optimizing business strategies, conducting project evaluations, submitting bank proposals.
- Added substantial value to client by developing business model.
Manager FP&A
Philips Global Solutions LLP
Chennai
2018.09 - 2020.02
- Commenced implementing Standardization and Automation on major regular deliverable reports.
- Prepared detailed loading inputs encompassing budgets and forecasts across 17 global markets.
- Highlighted differences in financial records across all utilized systems (SAP, Cube, VPAA).
- Automated existing reports to significantly reduce FTE.
- Converted Excel reports to Power BI to significantly decrease manual intervention.
- Automated creation of basic commentary using advanced excel formulas and macros for streamlined reporting.
Manager - Corporate Finance
CMA CGM Shared Service Centre (India) Private Limited
Chennai
2016.05 - 2018.06
- Coordinated activities between Operations, Management, and the Head Office in France.
- Advanced to a leadership position overseeing team operations.
- Codified and automated various location-level reports, consolidating them into a corporate level.
- Awarded Light House Award for automating monthly invoicing, streamlining processes.
Assistant Manager
Polaris Consulting & Services Limited
Chennai
2014.08 - 2016.04
- Contributed to the successful division of a firm, resulting in distinct Service (Polaris) and Product (Intellect) units.
- Generated monthly reports summarizing revenue and costs including Account, Geo, and Cost Snapshots.
- Awarded Chairman Excellence Award for executing a successful de-merger process.
Senior Financial Analyst
Scope International Pvt. Ltd. (Standard Chartered Bank)
Chennai
2012.03 - 2014.07
- Honored with Business Star Award following support of Consumer Banking's Q3 Budget finalization for fiscal year 13-14.
- Produced comprehensive presentations tailored to country and region needs, ensuring timely delivery each month.
- Compiled Adhoc reports as requested by Singapore Group.
- Processed investments and profits using specialized financial software pipelines promptly.
Articleship & Audit Assistant
Maharaj N R Suresh & Co.,
2007.01 - 2011.12
- Learning and exploration of Statutory Audit, Internal Audit, Tax Audit, Bank Audits (Statutory Audit, Concurrent Audit etc.,), Due Diligence and Special Audit
Education
Chartered Accountant - Finance, Taxation
ICAI
India2011-11
Skills
Technical Skill
- Financial planning and analysis
- Business presentation
- Data analysis and automation
- Virtual CFO
- Financial modelling
- Direct and Indirect Taxation
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Auditing and Assurance
Soft Skills
- Problem solving
- Team Building and Team Handling
- Effective communicator
- Business Acumen
- Adaptability
- Delivering within the deadline
- Attention to detail
Personal Information
Passport Number: B7093147
Timeline
Partner
A. John Moris & Co.,
2020.03 - Current
Manager FP&A
Philips Global Solutions LLP
2018.09 - 2020.02
Manager - Corporate Finance
CMA CGM Shared Service Centre (India) Private Limited
2016.05 - 2018.06
Assistant Manager
Polaris Consulting & Services Limited
2014.08 - 2016.04
Senior Financial Analyst
Scope International Pvt. Ltd. (Standard Chartered Bank)
2012.03 - 2014.07
Articleship & Audit Assistant
Maharaj N R Suresh & Co.,
2007.01 - 2011.12
Chartered Accountant - Finance, Taxation
ICAI