CHANDRA MADDIPATI

Managed end-to-end financial operations for assigned projects in SAP S/4HANA, ensuring accurate contract and project setups.

Developed annual budgets and long-range financial plans by analyzing historical data and market trends.

Created financial models and dashboards to facilitate strategic decision-making and resource allocation.

Led project and contract creation in SAP S/4HANA, ensuring integrity of cost allocation and revenue recognition.

Optimized accounts receivable processes through efficient invoicing, collections, and aging analysis to enhance cash flow.

Monitored accounts payable activities, ensuring compliance with policies while managing vendor payments and accruals.

Prepared monthly financial reports detailing variance analyses, profitability assessments, and key performance drivers.

Conducted PVA reviews with CFO and senior leadership to provide insights on profitability and cost optimization.

• Supported financial planning and analysis activities including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and management reporting, with a focus on improving accuracy and efficiency.
• Led annual budget and forecast cycles with clear assumption tracking and stakeholder alignment.
• Built and automated financial models and reports in Excel to improve reporting consistency and reduce manual effort.
• Performed variance analysis and presented root-cause drivers and recommended actions to stakeholders.
• Implemented process enhancements that improved forecasting accuracy and shortened reporting timelines.
• Collaborated cross-functionally to translate financial insights into operational improvements and strategic decisions.

• Developed quarterly forecasts through discussions with product managers and formulated annual operating plan.
• Collaborated with stakeholders on strategic initiatives and refined forecast files with updated inputs.
• Executed monthly financial close activities, updating actual values for baseline figures and one-off adjustments.
• Reviewed billed revenue and cost files to analyze month-on-month variances.
• Prepared and posted ad hoc journal entries to address necessary adjustments.
• Analyzed key drivers of month-on-month and forecast variances.
• Delivered flash commentary on performance against forecasts, updating business performance review slides.
• Conducted variance analysis between actuals and budget, identifying risks and opportunities in partnership with the business team.

• Conducted tax, internal, and GST audits to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Managed accounts receivable processes, including invoicing and payment tracking.
• Handled accounts payable activities to guarantee timely, accurate payments.
• Executed record-to-report processes, budgeting, auditing, and bank reconciliations.

• Prepared financial statements and management accounts.
• Maintained bookkeeping and accounting records in compliance with Ind AS.
• Managed fixed asset depreciation and related schedules.
• Supported decision-making through accurate financial reporting.