BUSINESS FINANCE PARTNER

Saketh S
Daroji

Strategic finance professional turning complex data into measurable profitability. Owning P&L, building predictive models, and driving business decisions across multi-brand portfolios.

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₹250Cr
Annual Portfolio Managed
7
Brands Across 4 Geographies
8.20
CGPA · PES University
2×
Distinction Awardee
// PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Where I've
Created Impact

BRND.ME
Oct 2024 – Present
Bengaluru
B2B B2C D2C
Business Finance Partner
  • Leading business finance for a ₹250Cr annual portfolio across 7 brands, 4 geographies, and multi-channel operations
  • Managing financial planning and performance analysis to optimize margins, improve forecasts, and enhance strategic growth
  • Operating weekly and ad-hoc MTD performance reports to track trends, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions
  • Partnered with category teams to design inventory (DOH) and pricing models enabling data-driven strategies
  • Driving the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and long-term strategy with senior management
  • Conducting YoY financial and COGS analysis to identify savings opportunities across brands and channels
GIRISH & ASSOCIATES
Jan 2024 – Jun 2024
Bengaluru
DCF WACC
Finance Associate
  • Improved DCF and WACC calculations, increasing valuation efficiency and facilitating better strategic decision-making
  • Developed financial models for sales, EBITDA, and EPS projections
  • Streamlined cash management processes, leading to more accurate liquidity planning
// SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

The Toolkit

Financial Analysis
Predictive Modeling MIS Reporting Valuation (DCF/WACC) Forecasting P&L Management COGS Analysis
Technical Tools
Power BI SQL Microsoft Office 365 Tally ERP 9 Google Data Analytics
Soft Skills
Strategic Decision-Making Cross-functional Problem-Solving Leadership Quick Learner
// PROJECTS

Research &
Analysis Work

May 2024
Harmonizing the Symphony of Predictive Finance
Led a predictive finance model integrating advanced analytics into financial forecasting processes. Focused on building forward-looking systems to guide business strategy with data-driven precision.
September 2023
Triple Leverage Analysis — DuPont's Stance
In-depth analysis of a Shoe Venture's ROE using DuPont Analysis, decomposing profitability, asset efficiency, and financial leverage to identify strategies for optimized financial performance.
// EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

Academic
Foundation

PES UNIVERSITY · BENGALURU
Bachelor of Commerce in Finance
Aug 2021 – May 2024  ·  CGPA: 8.20 / 10.0
SRI VIDYANIKETAN PU COLLEGE
Pre-University in Commerce
Jul 2020 – May 2021  ·  83.33%
CMA IntermediatePursuing · ICMAI
Google Data AnalyticsProfessional Certificate · Coursera
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2-time Distinction Awardee — Recognized for outstanding academic and extracurricular achievements at PES University
♟
Head, Arthasansadha — The Finance Club, PES University — Led 1 national, 2 intercollege, and 7 departmental events in collaboration with ISDC
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Runner-Up, 2090 Hackathon, PES University — Demonstrated innovative problem-solving skills in a competitive environment
// CONTACT

Let's
Connect

Open to new opportunities, strategic conversations, and collaborative work in finance and business analytics. Reach out via any of the channels below.

EMAIL darojisaketh@gmail.com LINKEDIN linkedin.com/in/sakethsdaroji PHONE +91-7349656335
CURRENT STATUS
Available for new opportunities
Currently working as Business Finance Partner at BRND.ME, Bengaluru. Open to senior finance, FP&A, and strategic roles.
Based in Bengaluru, India