Syed Ather Ahmed Ahmed
Farmington,MI
Summary
Holding a role that offers a robust platform to leverage proven 3years expertise and experience as a Financial analyst Energy Products Finance works with Engineering Supply Chain Manufacturing and sales and Marketing SMS teams to Previous Position where I have consistently delivered impactful results Aspiring to contribute Analyzing especially revenue cost of sales operating expenses and capital expenditures includes developing financial models and decision-making tools Finance is embedded in daily operations supporting both near-term execution and long-term planning Team members are expected to analyze data and provide recommendations Corporate Finance Energy Finance Engineering Finance Manufacturing Finance and Sales Marketing and Service SMS Finance Encourage rotation Guiding planning and resource management headcount investment approvals including development of financial forecasts improvement of Company financial outlook including developing tracking and executing Energy Products including installation and services and business planning for global retail service and sales enablement business initiatives with leadership Excellent analytical skills (Microsoft Office applications financial modeling financial accounts stakeholders report sales and retails marketing vehicles and services
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Analyst, FP&A Business Operations
Accenture
08.2020 - 11.2022
- Analyzed key performance indicators, including revenue, cost of sales, operating expenses, and capital expenditures.
Developed financial models and decision-making tools to provide strategic insights and conclusions.
- Guided planning and resource management for specific verticals within company
Led the development of financial forecasts, including headcount and investment approvals.
- Identified initiatives for improvement of company financial outlook.
Tracked and executed business initiatives with company leadership to drive tangible impact.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams within Corporate Finance, Engineering Finance, Manufacturing Finance, Sales, Marketing and Service (SMS) Finance, and Energy Products Finance.
Led cross-functional projects, demonstrating a highly collaborative and team-oriented approach.
- Developed and maintained financial projections, presenting them for review with Leadership and Board of Directors.
Communicated effectively with senior business leaders through strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Actively contributed to long-term planning for including new products/capabilities and capital needs.
Played a key role in driving cost optimization, profit improvement, and business planning efforts. - Managed Research and Development (R&D) investments and planning for Engineering, conducting comprehensive return on investment analyses for new technology development and contributing to resource planning.
- Developed and maintained accurate forecasts to support R&D initiatives, ensuring financial alignment with Engineering objectives.
- Tracked, reported, and proactively managed profit improvement on existing vehicles, engaging in design proposals and supply chain initiatives to enhance overall financial performance.
- Provided crucial support for product development by establishing cost targets, guiding engineering, design, and supply chain decisions to achieve cost vs. performance tradeoffs.
- Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams in Engineering, Design, and Supply Chain to align financial strategies with product development objectives, facilitating effective decision-making processes.
- Demonstrated a commitment to financial excellence by actively participating in profit improvement initiatives and providing valuable insights for cost optimization in product development.
Sales and Marketing Associate
ICICI Bank
08.2019 - 04.2020
- Managed investments into Sales, Marketing, and Service (SMS) activities, overseeing the development of associated forecasts to ensure financial alignment with global and regional objectives.
- Led profitability analysis and improvement initiatives at both global and regional levels, optimizing financial performance for the Sales, Services, and Marketing teams.
- Took charge of pricing efforts, including options and services, contributing to strategic business planning for global retail, service, and sales enablement.
- Played a pivotal role in developing and evaluating Return on Investment (ROI) metrics for new markets, innovative business models, superchargers, pre-owned vehicles, and services.
- Collaborated closely with Sales, Services, and Marketing teams to align financial strategies with business objectives, ensuring effective financial support for the overall operation.
- Demonstrated a commitment to financial excellence by actively contributing to decision-making processes and providing key insights for the enhancement of financial outcomes.
- Globally managed all manufacturing investments, developing comprehensive forecasts to ensure financial alignment with manufacturing and supply chain objectives.
- Evaluated major Capital Expenditure (CapEx) decisions, expansion plans, and business cases, providing critical insights on automation, manufacturing scope, insourced vs. outsource choices, and optimal locations.
- Took a leadership role in manufacturing cost improvement initiatives for all products, providing valuable feedback on estimated manufacturing costs for future programs.
- Identified focus areas for cost optimization, executing initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency and financial performance.
- Collaborated closely with Manufacturing and Supply Chain teams to align financial strategies with global manufacturing objectives, contributing to effective decision-making processes.
- Demonstrated a commitment to financial excellence by actively participating in the execution of identified initiatives and contributing to the overall improvement of manufacturing cost structures.
Energy Product Financial Operations
Tech Mahindra
01.2018 - 08.2019
- Lead company corporate forecast process, ensuring accurate and timely financial projections for strategic decision-making.
- Collaborated with finance and non-finance stakeholders to analyze proposed business decisions' impact on company financial health, providing crucial insights for effective decision-making.
- Developed comprehensive financial forecasts, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow projections, contributing to a robust financial planning framework.
- Synthesized and presented forecasts to company Leadership and Board of Directors, facilitating informed discussions and strategic planning.
- Spearheaded cross-company initiatives to enhance gross margin and cash flow, demonstrating a commitment to continuous improvement and financial optimization.
- Took a lead role in long-term planning, contributing to the development of strategies for new products/capabilities and addressing capital needs to support company future growth.
- Worked closely with the CFO, General Counsel, and other Executives to optimize G&A spending and investments, aligning financial strategies with overall business objectives.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive financial projections for Energy Storage and Solar products, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
- Tracked actual performance against plans, inclusive of deployment activities, providing valuable insights to enhance financial decision-making processes.
- Played a crucial role in driving cost optimization in product development for both existing and future products, focusing on the establishment and attainment of cost targets.
- Led pricing efforts for Energy Products, including installation and services, contributing to strategic business planning for global retail, service, and sales enablement.
- Collaborated with Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and SMS teams to align financial strategies with Energy Products objectives, facilitating effective cross-functional collaboration.
- Demonstrated a commitment to financial excellence by actively leading pricing initiatives and providing insights for cost optimization in product development.
Education
Master of Science -
Trine University
Angola, IN01.2024
Master of Science - I.T in Supply Chain Management
Osmania University
India08.2020
Bachelors of Commerce in ( Finance in Accounting) -
Osmania University
India01.2020
Skills
- Excellent analytical skills Microsoft Office applications, financial modeling,
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, particularly with senior business leaders
- Highly collaborative, team oriented, and comfortable leading cross-functional projects
- Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to derive valuable insights from financial data
- Effective communication and collaboration skills, both internally and with external partners
- Commitment to continuous improvement and staying up-to-date with financial industry trends
- Advanced Financial Analysis
- Analytical Research
- Financial and Operational Reporting
- General Ledger Accounting
- Forecasting Trends
- Financial statements
- Product Sales
- Shipment Processing
- Inventory Tracking
- Balance Sheet Review
- Income Statements
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Capital Expenditures
- Operating Expenses
- Cost Engineering
- G&A General and Administrative
- Communication and Strategic Insights
- Communication
- Strategic Insights
- Communication Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Demonstrated Success in Driving Tangible Impact
- Track Record of Impactful Decision-Making Cross-Function
- Influencing within a Broader Organization Collaboration
Accomplishments
- Certificate of Team Work 2nd in Accenture
- Certificate of Recognition 1 in Accenture
- Top Performance Certification Luxury Specialist in sales and Marketing (ICICI BANK )
- Certificate of Recognition 2nd in Tech Mahindra
Timeline
Analyst, FP&A Business Operations
Accenture
08.2020 - 11.2022
Sales and Marketing Associate
ICICI Bank
08.2019 - 04.2020
Energy Product Financial Operations
Tech Mahindra
01.2018 - 08.2019
Master of Science -
Trine University
Master of Science - I.T in Supply Chain Management
Osmania University
Bachelors of Commerce in ( Finance in Accounting) -
Osmania University
projects
Data Financial Analyze visualize data with Power Bi, Microsoft excel
disclaimer
I hereby declare that all information mentioned above is true to the best of my knowledge.
projects
Data Financial Analyze visualize data with Power Bi, Microsoft excel
disclaimer
I hereby declare that all information mentioned above is true to the best of my knowledge.
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