GOWRI PRABHU
Summary
Reliable manager with 16+ years of experience demonstrating high levels of ownership and initiative. Possesses exceptional work ethic, exceeding company expectations. Skilled in building productive working relationships and managing team development in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager - External Reporting
Ameriprise Financial
Minneapolis, MN
04.2023 - Current
- Responsible for the management of external financial reporting and legal entity reporting duties including the completion of documents such as 10Ks, 10Qs,11Ks,and XBRL Taxonomy.
- Achieved operational excellence by leveraging technology, implementing best practices, and streamlining processes, leading to a savings of 200 man-hours annually.
- Increased overall team productivity by delivering extensive training initiatives and promoting a culture of collaboration.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through the timely delivery of projects and effective communication strategies.
Associate Vice President - Regulatory Reporting
JPMorgan Chase Bank NA
Bengaluru, India
01.2021 - 04.2023
- Led a cross-cultural team across two locations - Delaware and Bengaluru, accommodating 3-4 members.
- Worked closely with technology and line of business finance partners to organize and submit regulatory filings externally, which encompassed FFIEC 101, NSFR, Pillar 3 disclosure, and FRY-9C schedules.
- Achieved deliverables associated with the monthly production cycle for both Retail and wholesale credit risk calculation and reporting.
- Utilized forecasting techniques to analyze RWA Walks, evaluate trends, and track forecast-to-actual results variances.
- Spearheaded the development of new workflows in BI tools, resulting in a yearly cost reduction of 300 manhours
- Achieved effective communication with senior management through the creation of presentations encompassing project plans, project status updates, and variance highlights.
- SME point of contact for Accounting and Regulatory rules, responsible for interpreting and performing impact analysis on methodology and production changes.
- Conducted quantitative impact studies (QIS) for regulatory agencies.
- Partnered with risk management, lines of business, and technology teams to identify and remediate data quality issues.
- Hired, mentored, and built high performing team while retaining talent
Manager - Financial Planning and Analysis
JPMorgan Chase Bank NA
Delaware, USA
08.2016 - 12.2020
- Collaborated with department heads to create budgets that align with corporate objectives.
- Achieved deliverables associated with the monthly production cycle for both Retail and wholesale credit risk calculation and reporting.
- Utilized forecasting techniques to analyze RWA Walks, evaluate trends, and track forecast-to-actual results variances.
Financial Accountant
Uflex Europe Ltd
London, United Kingdom
01.2015 - 04.2016
- Ensured accuracy and compliance in the preparation of financial reports for US and UK entities across multiple time periods.
- Handled the production of monthly management accounts and MIS reports, while also effectively managing UK/EU VAT returns for compliance.
- Generated monthly/yearly PAYE, paycheck, and related reports.
- Played a role in the successful transition of ledger data from QuickBooks to SAP.
- Contributed to financial and tax audits to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Oversaw the handling of cash and bank transactions, including receipt management and deposit preparation, alongside conducting bank reconciliations.
- Maintained accountability for precise payment of all invoices and staff reimbursement.
- Successfully aligned branch office accounts in the USA and UK with the Head Office based in India.
Finance Executive
Robosoft Technologies Private Ltd
Udupi, India
06.2008 - 01.2015
- Produced monthly management accounts, budgets, and forecasts while performing variance analysis.
- Implemented controls and processes in the support department to effectively manage risks and leverage opportunities.
- Prepared, analyzed, monitored, and reported division-wise profitability to senior and executive management.
- Prepared DCF, financial planning and control documents
Education
Associate Company Secretary - Corporate Law And Compliance
Institute of Company Secretaries of Incdia
Chennai01-2015
MBA - Finance
Sikkim Manipal University
ManipalBachelor of Commerce - Financial Accounting
Mangalore University
MangaloreExecutive Course in Fintech And Risk Management - Executive Course in Fintech And Risk Management
IIM Lucknow
LucknowSkills
- Technology: Alteryx, Tableau, MS Office Suites, SQL, Workday, Workiva, ERP SAP
- Innovation management
- Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Team Leadership
- Financial Management
- Reporting Oversight
- Budget Oversight
Accomplishments
Quarterly Step up Individual award - JPMorgan Chase Bank NA
Annual Collaboration Award 2020 - JPMorgan Chase Bank NA
Timeline
Manager - External Reporting
Ameriprise Financial
04.2023 - Current
Associate Vice President - Regulatory Reporting
JPMorgan Chase Bank NA
01.2021 - 04.2023
Manager - Financial Planning and Analysis
JPMorgan Chase Bank NA
08.2016 - 12.2020
Financial Accountant
Uflex Europe Ltd
01.2015 - 04.2016
Finance Executive
Robosoft Technologies Private Ltd
06.2008 - 01.2015
Associate Company Secretary - Corporate Law And Compliance
Institute of Company Secretaries of Incdia
MBA - Finance
Sikkim Manipal University
Bachelor of Commerce - Financial Accounting
Mangalore University
Executive Course in Fintech And Risk Management - Executive Course in Fintech And Risk Management
IIM Lucknow
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