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Akarshan Jeet

Lead Business Consultant| FP&A| Finance| Strategy| Information Technology| Virtusa | IIM Trichy

Bengaluru

7+ years of work experience

Virtusa
Jan 202610 mosPresent

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

• Executed horizontal risk assessments and business growth strategies by integrating deep financial analysis with stakeholder collaboration. • Performed benchmarking and competitive analysis to guide revenue forecasting, product positioning, and GTM strategy. • Strategized with the CEO’s office to ensure all product initiatives remained compliant with long-term strategic and regulatory objectives. • Facilitated cross-functional coordination between delivery and sales to optimize operational efficiency and mitigate execution risks. • Identified emerging market trends and industry developments to shape forward-looking product roadmaps. • Development of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) using zero-based budgeting and scenario planning to evaluate the robustness of business strategies and risk appetite. • Delivered actionable insights through Budget vs. Actuals, Forecast vs. Actuals, and P&L analysis using financial dashboards
Virtusa
Jul 20223 yrs 6 mosDec 2025

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid

• Developed business growth strategies by integrating financial analysis, product planning, and cross-functional stakeholder collaboration. • Led end-to-end product lifecycle management—from planning and development through launch—ensuring alignment with business goals and market needs. • Conducted revenue forecasting and competitive analysis to inform product positioning, pricing, and go-to-market strategies. • Collaborated with the CEO’s office to ensure product initiatives supported strategic business objectives and long-term vision. • Facilitated coordination between delivery and sales teams to streamline execution, enhance operational efficiency, and improve customer experience. • Contributed to identifying market opportunities and shaping product roadmaps based on client needs and industry trends. • Received the Q3 FY25 India R&R Highflyer Award for outstanding performance in driving strategic initiatives, cross-functional collaboration, and consistently exceeding business delivery expectations. • Building Managerial Excellence (BME 3.0) – Successfully completed 3-month leadership development program focused on strategic thinking, team management, and business acumen.
Comviva
May 20211 yr 3 mosJul 2022

Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India

• Delivered actionable insights via Budget vs. Actuals, Forecast vs. Actuals, and P&L analysis using financial dashboards. • Led revenue/margin forecasting, COLA analysis, and implemented measures to close budget gaps. • Owned AOP development with zero-based budgeting and scenario planning for strategic decisions. • Drove product unit profitability, new client acquisition, and repeat business strategies. • Ensured healthy cash flows through robust monitoring and collection processes. • Evaluated commercial viability and risks of new business deals and contracts. • Built ROI models for new products/investments; advised leadership on financial impact. • Supported strategic planning through variance analysis, capital planning, and performance reviews.
HCL Technologies
May 20192 yrsApr 2021

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

• Gathered business and data requirements from cross-functional stakeholders to support reporting and financial analysis initiatives. • Participated in the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including documentation of SRS, FRS, and use-case diagrams. • Managed service delivery operations with a strong focus on maintaining top-line performance and consistently meeting/exceeding SLAs. • Supported the Regional Head with daily coordination and delivery of financial data insights and reporting. • Conducted market research and developed go-to-market (GTM) strategies tailored for Financial Services clients. • Performed financial reporting and analysis for key EMEA accounts, covering cost structures, revenue trends, and business impacts from deal changes, ramp-downs, and furloughs. • Completed a 6-week internal certification in Project Management through HCL’s knowledge portal, strengthening delivery and coordination capabilities.
Galvantrix Pte Ltd
Jul 20183 mosSep 2018

Singapore, Singapore

• Assessed the scope and business potential of implementing blockchain technology in customer rewards programs. • Explored integration of smart contracts and decentralized loyalty platforms to automate reward distribution and enhance trust. • Developed strategies to improve customer retention through transparent, scalable, and personalized blockchain solutions. • Delivered insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders on blockchain adoption within digital loyalty ecosystems.
Greenspades
Apr 20182 mosMay 2018

Gurgaon, India

• Conducted market and competitor analysis to support loyalty program development in the F&B sector. • Created and executed a digital marketing strategy using Google Analytics, Facebook Ads, and Google AdSense to increase product visibility and customer acquisition. • Supported product sales initiatives by identifying key value propositions and aligning features with customer needs. • Developed a compelling VC sales pitch deck to position the product for investor interest, highlighting market opportunity, product differentiation, and financial projections. • Recommended strategies for post-sales support and product refinement to enhance customer satisfaction and brand loyalty.

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Education

Indian Institute of Management Tiruchirappalli

PGDM, MBA

Indian Institute of Management Tiruchirappalli

20172 yrs2019
RNS Institute of Technology - India

Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering

RNS Institute of Technology - India

20114 yrs2015

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Headline

Lead Business Consultant| FP&A| Finance| Strategy| Information Technology| Virtusa | IIM Trichy

About

Strategic and results-oriented professional with 7+ years of experience across product management, financial analysis, and project execution. Proven success in leading end-to-end product lifecycle initiatives, aligning development with business objectives and market demands. Delivered impactful contributions in revenue forecasting, budgeting, and ROI modeling to support leadership decisions and enhance profitability. Recognized with the Q3 FY25 India R&R Highflyer Award at Virtusa for outstanding performance and cross-functional impact. Completed the Building Managerial Excellence (BME 3.0) program at Virtusa, strengthening leadership and stakeholder management capabilities. Demonstrated ability to streamline operations, elevate customer experience, and drive data-driven growth strategies.

Location

Bengaluru

AI stack

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Work experience

Lead Business Consultant at Virtusa, Jan 2026 - Present · 10 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid, • Executed horizontal risk assessments and business growth strategies by integrating deep financial analysis with stakeholder collaboration. • Performed benchmarking and competitive analysis to guide revenue forecasting, product positioning, and GTM strategy. • Strategized with the CEO’s office to ensure all product initiatives remained compliant with long-term strategic and regulatory objectives. • Facilitated cross-functional coordination between delivery and sales to optimize operational efficiency and mitigate execution risks. • Identified emerging market trends and industry developments to shape forward-looking product roadmaps. • Development of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) using zero-based budgeting and scenario planning to evaluate the robustness of business strategies and risk appetite. • Delivered actionable insights through Budget vs. Actuals, Forecast vs. Actuals, and P&L analysis using financial dashboards

Senior Consultant- Business Consulting at Virtusa, Jul 2022 - Dec 2025 · 3 yrs 6 mos, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · Hybrid, • Developed business growth strategies by integrating financial analysis, product planning, and cross-functional stakeholder collaboration. • Led end-to-end product lifecycle management—from planning and development through launch—ensuring alignment with business goals and market needs. • Conducted revenue forecasting and competitive analysis to inform product positioning, pricing, and go-to-market strategies. • Collaborated with the CEO’s office to ensure product initiatives supported strategic business objectives and long-term vision. • Facilitated coordination between delivery and sales teams to streamline execution, enhance operational efficiency, and improve customer experience. • Contributed to identifying market opportunities and shaping product roadmaps based on client needs and industry trends. • Received the Q3 FY25 India R&R Highflyer Award for outstanding performance in driving strategic initiatives, cross-functional collaboration, and consistently exceeding business delivery expectations. • Building Managerial Excellence (BME 3.0) – Successfully completed 3-month leadership development program focused on strategic thinking, team management, and business acumen.

Business Finance Manager at Comviva, May 2021 - Jul 2022 · 1 yr 3 mos, Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India, • Delivered actionable insights via Budget vs. Actuals, Forecast vs. Actuals, and P&L analysis using financial dashboards. • Led revenue/margin forecasting, COLA analysis, and implemented measures to close budget gaps. • Owned AOP development with zero-based budgeting and scenario planning for strategic decisions. • Drove product unit profitability, new client acquisition, and repeat business strategies. • Ensured healthy cash flows through robust monitoring and collection processes. • Evaluated commercial viability and risks of new business deals and contracts. • Built ROI models for new products/investments; advised leadership on financial impact. • Supported strategic planning through variance analysis, capital planning, and performance reviews.

Senior Management Trainee (Finance) at HCL Technologies, May 2019 - Apr 2021 · 2 yrs, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, • Gathered business and data requirements from cross-functional stakeholders to support reporting and financial analysis initiatives. • Participated in the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including documentation of SRS, FRS, and use-case diagrams. • Managed service delivery operations with a strong focus on maintaining top-line performance and consistently meeting/exceeding SLAs. • Supported the Regional Head with daily coordination and delivery of financial data insights and reporting. • Conducted market research and developed go-to-market (GTM) strategies tailored for Financial Services clients. • Performed financial reporting and analysis for key EMEA accounts, covering cost structures, revenue trends, and business impacts from deal changes, ramp-downs, and furloughs. • Completed a 6-week internal certification in Project Management through HCL’s knowledge portal, strengthening delivery and coordination capabilities.

Project Intern at Galvantrix Pte Ltd, Jul 2018 - Sep 2018 · 3 mos, Singapore, Singapore, • Assessed the scope and business potential of implementing blockchain technology in customer rewards programs. • Explored integration of smart contracts and decentralized loyalty platforms to automate reward distribution and enhance trust. • Developed strategies to improve customer retention through transparent, scalable, and personalized blockchain solutions. • Delivered insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders on blockchain adoption within digital loyalty ecosystems.

Marketing Intern at Greenspades, Apr 2018 - May 2018 · 2 mos, Gurgaon, India, • Conducted market and competitor analysis to support loyalty program development in the F&B sector. • Created and executed a digital marketing strategy using Google Analytics, Facebook Ads, and Google AdSense to increase product visibility and customer acquisition. • Supported product sales initiatives by identifying key value propositions and aligning features with customer needs. • Developed a compelling VC sales pitch deck to position the product for investor interest, highlighting market opportunity, product differentiation, and financial projections. • Recommended strategies for post-sales support and product refinement to enhance customer satisfaction and brand loyalty.

Education

PGDM, MBA, Indian Institute of Management Tiruchirappalli

Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering, RNS Institute of Technology - India