About Me
I am a Six Sigma Green Belt certified Senior Finance Manager with over 15 years of experience across multiple industries, including ITES, Oil & Gas, HR & Payroll, Media, and E-commerce. My expertise spans contract management, billing, business finance, controllership, revenue assurance, cost analysis, FP&A, and opex management. With a strong background in budgeting, forecasting, and MIS, I have successfully led teams and spearheaded financial strategies to optimize business performance. I have hands-on experience with SAP ECC, Netsuite, Anaplan, Power BI, Business Objects, DOMO SQL, and SAP HANA-based reports.
Throughout my career, I have managed global financial operations, supported business transformations, and implemented cost optimization initiatives. I am passionate about driving financial insights that enable informed decision-making and sustainable growth.
Currently, I am overseeing financial operations as a Senior Finance Manager at Fluence Bess India, where I lead budgeting, forecasting, and cost management initiatives while supporting global business units.
Skills
As a Six Sigma Green Belt certified finance professional with extensive experience in contract management, billing, and order to cash processes, I excel in utilizing ERP systems like SAP ECC and SAP HANA, as well as analytical tools such as Power BI and Anaplan. My proficiency extends to managing large teams, ensuring financial compliance, and implementing cost-saving measures across multiple business units globally.
Works and Educations
My career spans over 15 years across diverse sectors such as ITES, Oil & Gas, HR & Payroll, Media, and Ecommerce, blending rigorous financial management with strategic operational insights. Explore below to learn more about my professional journey and educational accomplishments.
Experiences
Senior Finance Manager
Jan 2024 - Present
Fluence BESS India Private Limited
Oversee all financial operations and opex management, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for India operations and global business segments. Lead cost optimization projects, ensuring alignment with strategic business goals. Provide financial insights and analytics for ELT-level discussions and support transfer pricing billing activities.
Associate Director – Business Finance
May 2022 - Jan 2024
Movate (formerly CSS Corp)
Directed financial operations for global business units, overseeing service revenue, cost management, and financial reporting. Led revenue assurance and cost improvement initiatives, including the preparation and review of financial packs for executive review. Collaborated with functional heads to drive profitability and transformation initiatives.
Finance Manager – India & APAC
July 2020 - April 2022
Meero Technologies Private Limited
Managed end-to-end financial operations for India & APAC, including budgeting, cash flow optimization, and P&L management. Ensured compliance with company policies and handled inter-company reporting, financial analysis, and audit activities, including statutory and internal audits.
Deputy Chief Manager – Revenue Assurance/Order to Cash/Controllership
Aug 2018 - July 2020
Bennett Coleman & Co. (Times Group)
Led revenue assurance, contract management, and order-to-cash processes, ensuring accurate billing and managing collections for global entities. Spearheaded cost and revenue analysis, budgeting, and financial reporting to meet the company’s performance goals.
Deputy Manager – Order to Cash/Commercial Finance
Dec 2014 - July 2018
NGA Human Resources, Cochin
Managed end-to-end financial operations, including revenue recognition, cost allocations, and compliance with regulatory requirements. Ensured accurate billing, led financial audits, and optimized cash flow for business operations.
Specialist – Global Functions IT Finance
Sep 2012 - Dec 2014
Shell Business Service Center
Oversaw IT financial operations, including cost recovery, revenue assurance, and budget forecasting. Collaborated with stakeholders to optimize cost management, streamline financial reporting, and ensure accurate financial closure for global IT projects.
Senior Executive – BFSI Finance
May 2008 - Dec 2012
HCL Technologies, Chennai & Bangalore
Managed financial operations for the BFSI sector, focusing on contract management, revenue recognition, and stakeholder engagement. Conducted detailed financial analysis, supported audit processes, and led financial reporting for key business units.
Education
MS Finance (CFA)
ICFAI School of Financial Studies, Hyderabad
Graduated with a CGPA of 9.5/10, mastering advanced financial frameworks, financial planning, risk management, and investment strategies. This program equipped me with the analytical skills needed to excel in global financial management and decision-making.
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
Sacred Heart College, Kerala
Graduated with 92%, building a strong foundation in commerce, economics, and financial accounting, which has been pivotal in my transition to financial management and business strategy roles.
Senior Secondary (12th Grade)
St. Peters Senior Secondary School, Cochin
Completed with 92%, focusing on commerce and finance subjects, further developing my interest and proficiency in financial management.
Secondary School (10th Grade)
New Indian Model School, Dubai
Graduated with 96%, excelling in academic performance and building a solid educational foundation.
Contact
Feel free to reach out for inquiries about finance strategies, collaboration proposals, or any professional engagements. I am always open to discussing new projects and opportunities. You can drop me an email or give me a call. I look forward to connecting with you!
Flat No 703, Mahaveer Kings Place, Junior College Road, Kadugodi, Bangalore, Karnataka 560067
aswathy06ster@gmail.com
+91 8589977693