Medini Prabhakar
Piscataway,NJ
Summary
Accomplished Analyst with over three years of experience in financial analysis, budgeting, and compliance. Specializing in problem-solving and internal controls, demonstrating advanced proficiency in statutory compliance, financial modeling, and Microsoft office. Renowned for delivering high-quality results, fostering strong relationship management, and the ability to identify and quantify control gaps, to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Global Compliance & Reporting Associate
Ernst & Young LLP
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Performed detailed variance analysis on a month-on-month and yearly basis to identify and explain performance deviations, providing actionable insights to senior management.
- Led budget vs. actual analysis by working closely with department heads to discuss variances, understand underlying causes, and recommend corrective actions to improve financial performance.
- Analyzed costs and expenses, applying appropriate allocation methods to ensure accurate financial reporting, helping to improve cost control and resource allocation.
- Prepared and reviewed financial statements, including quarterly reports, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and delivering timely, accurate financial data.
- Acted as a key liaison between finance and senior management, answering inquiries, providing clear financial insights, and resolving any doubts from stakeholders regarding financial reports and projections.
- Handled E-mail communications, ensuring timely task tracking that facilitated effective communication within the team and with external stakeholders by managing email correspondence.
Associate Financial Analyst
D.G.Anil Kumar & Co.,
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Supported monthly, quarterly, and annual budgeting and forecasting cycles by delivering detailed financial reports and variance analyses to senior management.
- Developed and maintained dynamic Excel-based financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning initiatives.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with business units and the FP&A team to build and refine forecast models, aligning financial goals with operational strategy.
- Analyzed market trends and built financial models to project future costs and revenue, enabling data-driven decision-making.
- Conducted ad-hoc financial analysis to monitor cost tracking, identify expense trends, and evaluate budget vs. actual variances.
- Reviewed and analyzed financial data to uncover inefficiencies in operations, applying advanced analytics to recommend cost-saving opportunities and improve profitability.
- Led the preparation of comprehensive variance analyses, identifying root causes of performance gaps and providing actionable insights to senior leadership.
- Prepared and analyzed quarterly financial reports, highlighting key performance indicators (KPIs), emerging trends, and financial health indicators.
- Facilitated monthly financial review meetings with stakeholders, driving transparency and confidence through clear, data-backed reporting.
Articled Assistant
R.G.N Price and Co.
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Prepared and reviewed financial statements in accordance with IFRS, providing strategic insights to support business decisions.
- Conducted financial audits and executed substantive testing procedures to verify the correctness of financial statements.
- Assisted in preparing comprehensive audit reports, summarizing key findings and recommendations for management consideration.
- Evaluated internal controls, identified process gaps, and proposed improvements to strengthen financial systems and risk management.
- Utilized data analytics tools during audits to streamline procedures and deliver deeper insights into client financials.
- Partnered with colleagues across departments to gain cross-functional understanding and improve audit collaboration.
- Enhanced audit efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing automated tools, improving overall workflow.
- Supervised and mentored junior associates, overseeing auditing activities related to operations, personnel utilization, and excessive billing.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards, industry trends, and regulatory changes, ensuring compliance and best practices.
Education
Chartered Accountant - Intermediate - Accounting, Taxation and Finance
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Bangalore, India09.2020
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting, Taxation and Finance
Bangalore University
Bangalore, India05.2019
Skills
- Financial Analysis
- Risk Assessment
- Problem Solving
- Relationship Management
- Financial Modeling
- Financial Reporting
- Team Leadership
- Variance Analysis
- Process Improvement
- Financial Forecasting
- Budgeting
- Cash Flow Management
Certification
Financial Modeling & Valuation, Grant Thornton
- Constructed complex financial models to forecast revenues and analyze market trends
- Developed a comprehensive budget model
Timeline
Global Compliance & Reporting Associate
Ernst & Young LLP
06.2024 - 08.2024
Associate Financial Analyst
D.G.Anil Kumar & Co.,
02.2023 - 05.2024
Articled Assistant
R.G.N Price and Co.
01.2020 - 01.2023
Chartered Accountant - Intermediate - Accounting, Taxation and Finance
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting, Taxation and Finance
Bangalore University
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