Vishwanathan Iyer
FP&A Leader | Finance Transformation Executive | Real Estate & Consulting | DAMAC | Accenture | Capita
Dubai
Summary
Senior Finance Professional (CA, CIMA) with 12+ Years’ Cross-Industry Experience in Real Estate, Consulting, Banking & Services | Leadership Roles at DAMAC, Accenture & Capita
Specialised in FP&A with expertise in budgeting, forecasting, scenario modelling, manpower & overhead planning, and portfolio consolidation. Expert in Process Optimization, Global Transitions and Data-Driven Decision Support. Advanced user of Anaplan, Power BI, and Excel, with a proven record of delivering executive-ready presentations, dashboards, and insights for senior management and ownership groups. Recognised for enabling data-driven decision making and driving financial clarity in complex real estate and consulting engagements.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
6044
6044
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
5
5
Languages
Work History
Finance Transformation & FP&A Lead | GCFO Office
DAMAC Properties
Dubai
05.2024 - Current
- Led global finance transformation and shared services initiatives, driving process optimization, standardization and future-ready operating models across R2R, P2P and O2C functions including process improvements across the customer journey (from EOI stage to handover), creation of a finance process taxonomy (L1–L5), SOP/DTP development based on global best practices
- Led reporting automation projects via Power BI to strengthen critical KPIs such as customer invoicing & cash applications, Sales incentives & commissions, and vendor payments, improving end-to-end TAT, transparency, and efficiency.
- Drove FP&A activities including planning, budgeting, forecasting, manpower and overheads modelling, ensuring alignment with corporate strategy. Developed and presented a comprehensive business case with scenario modeling and cost-benefit analysis, resulting in a senior management approved transition plan delivering 25–30% projected savings.
- Supported the implementation and adoption of Oracle ePBCS, contributing to system configuration, testing, and user enablement to enhance forecasting accuracy, scenario modelling, and planning efficiency.
- Collaborated cross-functionally to define SLAs, KPIs, and governance frameworks ensuring service quality, risk mitigation, compliance to improve overall performance.
- Delivered executive-ready MBR/QBR packs and dashboards, providing actionable insights to senior leadership and owners for strategic decision making.
Associate Manager | FP&A & Finance Insights
Accenture
Mumbai
05.2021 - 05.2024
- Led multiple finance transformation programs across F&A and R2R for Fortune 500 clients in retail, logistics, and supply chain, delivering standardisation, automation, and improved operational efficiency.
- Drove FP&A workstreams including cost modelling, forecasting, and scenario analysis, enabling leadership to make data-backed decisions.
- Transformed 50+ finance reports into interactive Power BI dashboards, eliminating manual reporting, improving accuracy, and saving 5,000+ hours annually.
- Managed and mentored a 20+ member cross-functional team (finance, BI developers, analysts), ensuring delivery of high-impact reporting and analytics initiatives.
- Partnered with C-suite stakeholders to co-create performance packs and insights, driving adoption of analytics solutions across the enterprise.
- Awarded Core Value Champion (2024) for creating measurable business impact through finance transformation projects.
Finance Manager | FP&A & Consulting Transitions
Capita
Mumbai
06.2018 - 05.2021
- Led the end-to-end transition of 200+ FP&A and finance processes from Capita UK to India, covering planning, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and month-end close, establishing a scalable offshore model.
- Managed a 30-member team, ensuring seamless knowledge transfer, operational stability, and accelerated ramp-up of new capabilities.
- Delivered board-level performance packs and variance analysis, leading flash review calls with stakeholders to strengthen visibility and accountability.
- Applied project management and governance discipline to track milestones, mitigate risks, and ensure SLA/KPI adherence and accurate revenue recognition.
- Partnered with business leaders through the migration phase, enabling smooth handover, accurate reporting, and enhanced stakeholder confidence.
- Outcome: Stabilised offshore operations, delivering efficiency gains and cost-effectiveness while embedding a consulting-led transformation approach.
Finance Manager | Retail Banking FP&A
HDFC Bank
Mumbai
09.2016 - 06.2018
- Prepared and managed annual budgets and monthly forecasts for the retail fee income portfolio (CASA/account charges, transaction fees, card fees, loan processing & penalty charges, remittance/FX fees, distribution commissions etc), ensuring accuracy and alignment with business goals.
- Designed and implemented productivity and fee dashboards in Tableau, providing real-time visibility into KPIs and portfolio performance.
- Delivered quarterly performance packs and conducted business reviews with the CFO and senior leadership, driving strategic decisions on non-interest income growth.
- Led headcount and overheads planning, including sales incentives modelling, as part of the finance budgeting exercise, ensuring workforce and cost structures were aligned with revenue and productivity targets.
Finance Manager – FP&A | Leisure Travel Division
Thomas Cook
Mumbai
12.2014 - 09.2016
- Prepared and presented the annual budget and monthly forecasts for the Leisure Travel Outbound division, ensuring financial targets were aligned with strategic objectives.
- Delivered monthly performance packs with insights and trend analysis, supporting timely decision-making by senior management.
- Managed the P&L and variance analysis, providing flash commentaries to explain performance drivers and deviations.
- Led quarterly business reviews with leadership, producing exception reports and C-suite management packs to drive strategic visibility and accountability.
Education
Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) -
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants-CIMA
UK11.2019
Chartered Accountant - Accounting And Finance
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
India11.2012
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce
Mulund College of Commerce, Mumbai University
Mumbai, India03.2011
Skills
Functional Skills
Financial Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting
Scenario Analysis & Business Modelling
Real Estate & Retail Portfolio FP&A
Consolidation & Management Reporting
Transition & Transformation
Anaplan (Super User) Power BI (Super User)
Executive Presentations & Board Packs
Technical Skills
PL-300 Microsoft Power BI
Business Analytics for Decision Making
Masterclass AI ChatGPT
Websites
Certification
Advanced SQL (Udemy)
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Finance Transformation & FP&A Lead | GCFO Office
DAMAC Properties
05.2024 - Current
Associate Manager | FP&A & Finance Insights
Accenture
05.2021 - 05.2024
Finance Manager | FP&A & Consulting Transitions
Capita
06.2018 - 05.2021
Finance Manager | Retail Banking FP&A
HDFC Bank
09.2016 - 06.2018
Finance Manager – FP&A | Leisure Travel Division
Thomas Cook
12.2014 - 09.2016
Chartered Global Management Accountant (CGMA) -
Chartered Institute of Management Accountants-CIMA
Chartered Accountant - Accounting And Finance
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Bachelor of Commerce - Commerce
Mulund College of Commerce, Mumbai University