Chandrashekar D
Hyderabad
Summary
Results-driven and collaborative IT Project Manager with 14+ years of experience in project management, risk mitigation, and project delivery. Creative and focused with a strong dedication to delivering exceptional and efficient work. Excellent attention to detail, organized nature, and commitment to continuous process improvement.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IT Project Manager
TCS
Hyderabad
03.2020 - Current
- Created comprehensive project plans encompassing timelines, deliverables, required resources, and projected costs.
- Developed progress status reports that highlighted adherence to project timeline milestones and budget constraints
- Analyzed project tasks and deliverables to assess potential risks through risk management evaluations.
- Regularly communicated project objectives, scope changes, and timeline updates to stakeholders.
- Maintained daily updates on Jira and prepared reports on project progress and defects for client.
- Managed project life cycle using Waterfall, Iterative, and Agile SDLC models.
- Successfully facilitated change control procedures and ensured smooth handling of scope modification inquiries.
- Fostered collaborative work environment to enhance team motivation and productivity.
- Demonstrated ability to ensure a unified approach towards project delivery by bridging communication gaps.
- Proficiently navigate stakeholder engagement while ensuring transparent communication and effectively managing business requirements.
- Managed project finances, developing and implementing comprehensive financial plans while ensuring adherence to allocated budgets.
- Develop Project-level Reports to assess alignment with the overall roadmap.
- Enhanced team productivity by reducing time-to-market.
Scrum Master
TCS
Hyderabad
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Developed project dashboards using JIRA, Rally, Confluence, and other tools to effectively track project progress and milestones.
- Led Scrum ceremonies including Sprint Planning, Daily Stand-Ups, Retrospectives, and Reviews.
- Facilitated seamless project execution by serving as a proactive leader who inspired productive teamwork and expedited conflict resolution.
- Monitored sprint progress and provided stakeholders with visibility into project status.
- Drove continuous enhancements in processes through retrospective meetings.
- Provided mentorship to team members on efficient application of Scrum processes for enhanced effectiveness and productivity.
Project Lead
TCS
Hyderabad
08.2016 - 02.2019
- Developed and implemented project plans, schedules and budgets.
- Coordinated resources to ensure successful completion of projects.
- Communicated with stakeholders throughout the life cycle of projects.
- Negotiated contracts between internal departments and external vendors as needed.
- Facilitated communication among cross-functional teams in order to achieve deliverables on time.
- Led cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within budget, and according to specifications.
- Scheduled regular meetings to review and update benefit calculations for assigned projects.
- Implemented automation solutions through kaizen projects, delivering significant reduction in overall activity duration.
- Assisted in the preparation of artifacts needed for internal audits.
Senior Financial Reporting Analyst
TCS
Chennai/Hyderabad
07.2012 - 07.2016
- Assists in the execution of portfolio administrative tasks such as managing trade tickets, broker and compliance reports.
- Led and facilitated initial discussion with clients to establish necessary requirements for new projects.
- Implemented problem-solving techniques to successfully complete the SPS project, resulting in significant reduction of manual effort.
- Managed funds books and prepared periodic funds valuations (Net Asset Value), year-end financial statements, and other related reports
- Ensured the accuracy and validity of accounting and reporting by conducting monthly/quarterly oversight and validation of NAV.
- Executing regular cash and stock reconciliation duties, maintaining custodian verification.
- Assisted clients in understanding EDI guidelines and capabilities.
- Demonstrated proficiency in handling different types of file formats such as 834 HIPAA, Non-834 HIPAA, and custom formats for eligibility files
- Prepared and reviewed variance analysis reports to identify trends in financial performance.
Analyst - Investment Banking
Bank of America Continuum Solutions (BACS)
Hyderabad
08.2008 - 12.2009
- Conducted financial analysis and valuation of energy companies to assess investment opportunities.
- Created intricate financial models to evaluate and forecast investment options.
- Conducted due diligence on potential investments by evaluating financial statements, market trends, and competitive landscape.
- Conducted analysis on financial reports of target company to identify crucial metrics including sales growth rate and return on capital employed.
- Transformed data from diverse sources into valuable insights concerning market trends and rival forces.
- Applied acquired financial principles to create effective presentations and analysis reports.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
University Of Wales
London10-2011
MBA - Finance
Loyola Academy
Hyderabad08-2007
Skills
- Leadership and Stakeholder Engagement
- Project Scheduling
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Scrum Master
- Capacity Planning
- Strategic Planning
- Change Management
- Resource Management
Accomplishments
- Best Mentor
- People's Skill Award
Certification
- Professional Scrum Master (PSM1)
- Foundation Certificate in Microsoft Azure and Power Platforms
- NCFM Capital Market
Languages
English
First Language
Telugu
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Tools
- Jira
- Rally
- Confluence
- MS Office
- Bloomberg Terminal
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
IT Project Manager
TCS
03.2020 - Current
Scrum Master
TCS
03.2019 - 02.2020
Project Lead
TCS
08.2016 - 02.2019
Senior Financial Reporting Analyst
TCS
07.2012 - 07.2016
Analyst - Investment Banking
Bank of America Continuum Solutions (BACS)
08.2008 - 12.2009
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
University Of Wales
MBA - Finance
Loyola Academy
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