Swarnachandra M Nayak

MBA Finance graduate with hands-on experience in FP&A, financial modelling, budgeting, variance analysis, and management reporting. Proven ability to evaluate financial performance, identify key business drivers, and translate complex data into clear, management-ready presentations. Proficient in Advanced Excel (including VBA and macros), Python, Power BI, and PowerPoint.

A quantitative thinker who combines financial analysis rigor with strong communication skills. Seeking an FP&A Analyst role where I can contribute to planning, forecasting, and strategic decision-making within a high-performance finance team.

Intern — Dealing & Investments at JM Financial Services (2025-06 – 2025-08)

• Analysed portfolio performance and identified key financial drivers impacting returns, supporting data-driven investment discussions.
• Performed variance analysis on portfolio metrics, assessing deviations driven by market movements and asset allocation. Prepared structured financial reports and analytical summaries for internal review and client discussions.
• Ensured data accuracy and consistency across financial datasets, improving reliability of performance tracking.

Finance Intern at Eshwarr SteelTech Pvt Ltd (2025-01 – 2025-02)

• Built multi-year financial forecasts and budgets, analysing cost structures, operating margins, and profitability trends to support management decision-making and business planning.
• Conducted detailed P&L and variance analysis, identifying the key operational drivers behind the company's FY23 turnaround from a ₹7.56 lakh loss to a ₹34.67 lakh profit — presented findings to senior management in structured reports.
• Performed ratio and trend analysis across balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements to evaluate solvency, operational efficiency, and period-on-period performance.
• Prepared PowerPoint presentations and written analytical reports delivered to company leadership, synthesising complex financial data into clear, actionable insights.

Junior Dealer at JM Financial Services (2023-02 – 2023-09)

• Monitored and analysed portfolio performance for 40+ HNI clients, tracking financial and market-driven factors and preparing regular performance summaries for client review.
• Developed an Excel-based financial tracking system, improving reporting efficiency and data accuracy.
• Performed risk-adjusted performance analysis across portfolios, evaluating beta exposure, volatility, and drawdown characteristics to support investment decision-making and portfolio optimisation.
• Supported investment decisions through fundamental and technical analysis of securities, markets, and sector trends.

MBA in Finance – Christ Academy Institute for Advanced Studies (CAIAS) (2025)

BBA – NES Institute of Advanced Studies (2022)