KAVYA SOUNDARARAJ
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
12+ years of senior data analyst with SAP experience in a variety of roles including project manager, Senior specialist – package implementation, freelancer consultant, project lead, Onsite consultant, senior ABAP consultant and senior BI consultant. Proven expertise in designing and executing advanced SQL queries for operational and financial reporting, driving strategic decision-making. Utilizing a blend of creative and analytical techniques to enhance operational efficiency continuously. Proficient in problem identification, Strong communicator with the ability to present complex findings in a clear and concise manner to executive leadership.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Specialist – Package Implementation
Larsen and Toubro Infotech Mindtree (LTIMindtree)
Chennai, India
11.2018 - 04.2024
- Provided strategic guidance and leadership to team, fostering as Offshore project lead and adhoc Acting Offshore Project Manager .
- Developed and maintained complex SQL queries to pull data from ERP systems and provide accurate, real-time financial reports, enhancing decision-making capabilities focusing on key metrics such as financial planning & analysis with preparation of slides to be used in financial presentations,
- Provided financial analysis and budgeting support to department heads and C-suite executives, using data visualizations on various aggregation levels and narrative reporting to present key findings.
- Automated performance dashboards in Power BI using SQL queries, significantly reducing reporting time by 40%.
- Preparation of monthly management reports including detailed analysis of results for each operating segment,, summarizing findings, created various aggregation levels to be presented to senior management.
- Gained subject knowledge in SAP HANA, BW-IP and Qliksense.
SAP Technical Consultant (Freelancer)
ADNOC Drilling
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Possess work experience using Business Objects BO XI 4.0/ XI 3.1/XI R2/6.5 Designer, SQL, CMC, Info view, Web-Intelligence, DESKI, Import Wizard, Publishing Wizard, Metadata Manager, Crystal Enterprise 2008/XIR2/10/9, XCelsius 2008, Live Office, QAAWS, Enterprise Dash Board Manager, Broadcast Agent and Supervisor.
- Prepared and analyzed financial statements including balance sheets and cash flow statements, presenting the results to senior management and ensuring accuracy.
- Used SQL to query financial data from multiple sources (ERP & CRM financial systems) to create customized financial reports and forecasts.
- Conducted comprehensive budget vs. actual analysis explaining variances and providing strategic recommendations to management.
- Assisted in the preparation of quarterly and annual financial forecasts, analyzing past trends and projecting future performance.
- Experience in training users on generation Adhoc reporting and WebI tool navigation.
SAP Technical Consultant (Freelancer)
RAKBANK
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
04.2017 - 06.2017
- Good understanding on Business Objects XI3.1/XIR2/6.5 Enterprise Architecture (Central Management Server, Web component Adapter, I/O File repository server, Web Intelligence server, List of values server, Report Job server, Event server, Page/Processing server, Cache server and RAS (Report Application Server).
- Supported analytics team with ad-hoc financial analysis including financial data analysis.
- In-depth knowledge in migration, working and implementation of Business Objects Enterprise Reports 6.5/ XI R2/ XI 3.1
- Collaborated with the finance and operations teams to align reporting processes with organizational objectives.
- Promoted continuous improvement by problem-solving and sharing suggestions to optimize team operations.
Project Lead
L&T InfoTech
Chennai, India
07.2015 - 11.2016
- Implemented change management strategies in accordance with portal page, RFC validation logics and payment term update mechanism to ensure seamless developments.
- Investigated and resolved challenges related to project scope and requirements.
- Qualitative enhancement was made by enabling customers to upload, download Purchase documents payment term change.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to draft strategic, realistic project schedules and plans.
- Upheld quality excellence during regression, functional testing and supported on UAT at Philippines by monitoring and correcting work, delivering projects on time and to meticulous standards.
Senior Software Engineer
L&T InfoTech
Chennai, India
07.2013 - 06.2015
- Architected and developed complex module-based BW extractor which facilitates both full and delta update with validations performed using ABAP codes meeting project specifications and deadlines.
- Facilitated knowledge-sharing sessions, contributing to team skill development and expertise.
- Investigated and created base structures for extractor tables whilst carrying out data upload activities resolving technical issues reported by end-users with quick, accurate solutions.
- Created robust, user-centric BO reports (Design Studio) aligning with amount comparison.
- Enabling efficient regression, functional testing and supported on testing and feedback.
Associate Software Engineer
L&T InfoTech
Chennai, India
07.2011 - 06.2013
- Designed and developed solutions to support Purchases applications viz., Sourcing, Procurement, Payment services and Banking services.
- Evaluated and handled issues in OPS, Sourcing Control Scorecard Distribution and Cash Acceleration Program tools which involves ABAP codes and Web-dynpro ABAP technology to enhance software capabilities.
- Developed software prototypes by altering HTML codes to populate scorecard mail text for S&C scorecard distribution project and POAI (Purchase order after invoice) applications and supported PTE (payment term extension) tool which involves RFCs from Portal.
- Produced software design to support purchases applications viz., Sourcing, Procurement, Payment services and Banking services in line with client roadmap and priorities including No Negative Impact Testing (NNIT) during multiple system upgrades.
- Managed individual KPIs and workload, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet daily output targets.
Graduate Software Engineer Trainee
L&T InfoTech
Chennai, India
08.2010 - 06.2011
- Created Info-cubes, DSOs and BEx Queries and Workbooks to comprehend reported market values, enhancing cross-functional understanding and communication.
- Developed software prototypes, to upload, maintain and download currency conversion rates and provided te same to Finance team of this project.
- Engaged in usage of ALV grid to display whether work request number is activated for sales order created. providing valuable feedback for enhanced developer experience.
- Adapted new icons and functionalities for same icons are added using module pool programming.
- Validated existence of mandatory fields in sales order using user-exit to fix faults.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Communication Engineering
Saranathan College of Engineering
Trichy, India 08.2004 - 05.2008
Skills
- Currently pursuing PMP – Project Management Professional certification
- Certified Scrum master from Scrum Alliance
- SQL: Data aggregation, JOINs, subqueries
- BI Tools: SAP Business Objects, Power BI, Excel (Advanced Formulas, Pivot Tables, Charts)
- Data Analysis: Statistical analysis & trend analysis
- Databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL & Oracle
- SAP Certified Associate in SAP Fiori application and BAP for SAP HANA 20A
- Proficient using Business Objects BO XI 40/ XI 31/XI R2/65 Designer, CMC, Info view, Web-Intelligence, DESKI, Import Wizard, Publishing Wizard, Metadata Manager, Crystal Enterprise 2008/XIR2/10/9, XCelsius 2008, Live Office, QAAWS, Enterprise Dash Board Manager, Broadcast Agent and Supervisor
- Handled ABAP on HANA, BW IP, ABAP and BI developments in modules like MM (Material Management), SD(Sales and Distribution), Procurement, Purchase and Finance
Certification
- Certified Scrum Master
- Power BI for Data Analysts (LinkedIn Learning)
- Advanced SQL for Data Analysis
- SAP Certified Associate in SAP Fiori application and in ABAP for SAP HANA 2.0
- Completed BEC (Business English certificate course) provided by Cambridge University.
- Completed ILead Plus Leadership Program and ILead Leadership Program for First Time Leaders.
Accomplishments
- LTI GoMx FY21 Q4 Phoenix (L) Team at Larsen and Toubro Infotech, India.
- Valuable Contribution (Individual Category) Annual Award – 2014 for project PSS L3 Support Team.
- Received Star Award – August 2013 for the contribution in PSS BI L3 support L2-L3 project by performing error free Sourcing Control Scorecard Distribution completing all changes.
- Received Star Award – January 2013 for the contribution in PSS BI L3 support L2-L3 project by supporting the OPS and Sourcing Control Scorecard Distribution tools.
- Received Star Award – June 2012 for the contribution as team lead in P&G Growth Building Blocks project.
- Received Star Award – November 2011 for the contribution in APO GDF – GBB project.
Languages
English
Tamil
Telugu
Personal Information
- Passport Number: P0943091
- Date of birth: 12/18/86
- Marital status: Married
Timeline
Senior Specialist – Package Implementation
Larsen and Toubro Infotech Mindtree (LTIMindtree)
11.2018 - 04.2024
SAP Technical Consultant (Freelancer)
ADNOC Drilling
06.2017 - 09.2017
SAP Technical Consultant (Freelancer)
RAKBANK
04.2017 - 06.2017
Project Lead
L&T InfoTech
07.2015 - 11.2016
Senior Software Engineer
L&T InfoTech
07.2013 - 06.2015
Associate Software Engineer
L&T InfoTech
07.2011 - 06.2013
Graduate Software Engineer Trainee
L&T InfoTech
08.2010 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Engineering - Electronics & Communication Engineering
Saranathan College of Engineering
08.2004 - 05.2008
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