Nishant Kaushik
München
Summary
Strategic and results-driven finance leader with over 15 years of experience in global financial consolidation, balance sheet consolidation, IFRS compliance (including IFRS 15 revenue recognition), and operational performance improvement across multi-currency, multi-country environments. Proven track record in value creation modeling and execution, driving ROIC, working capital, and profitability improvements, delivering high-quality financial reporting for executive and board-level decision-making. Expert in accounts receivable (AR) optimization and cash collection strategies, having secured over USD 200M in collections through negotiation and process redesign. Adept at implementing AI-driven analytics in finance to improve forecasting, anomaly detection, and strategic decision support. Skilled in ERP and reporting system upgrades, Power Query, Power BI, and advanced financial modeling. Permanent resident of Germany; business fluent in English and Spanish, with progressing German proficiency (A2 to B1/B2).
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Controller
Ericsson
Rosenheim
02.2021 - Current
- Implemented financial reporting, consolidation, deviation analysis, and trend forecasting for Global Antenna per IFRS standards.
Achieved a 35% increase in team efficiency by automating financial reporting processes. - Managed annual budgeting and strategic planning cycles across various organizational levels.
- Facilitated monthly and quarterly strategy rounds, producing necessary financial documentation.
- Served as Finance Business Partner to leadership, delivering critical recommendations for decision-making.
- Enhanced operational processes by implementing dashboards for financial and operational reporting in Power BI.
Financial Analyst
Ericsson
Mexico City
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Spearheaded financial predictive modeling and scenario analysis, enhancing month-end closing and strategic decision-making.
- Developed and implemented a Five-Year Business Plan for Customer Unit across over 40 countries.
- Executed end-to-end process optimization in LATAM's major rollout projects, significantly reducing Working Capital Days.
- Oversaw customer meetings, delivery confirmations, and invoicing processes to improve cash collections.
Project Manager
Ericsson
Mexico City
12.2014 - 12.2017
- Managed entire lifecycle of 1BUSD project, ensuring alignment with budgetary and timeline requirements.
Secured over 200MUSD through negotiation to optimize cash collection from major customer.
Enhanced team performance by 30% through effective training and supervision of 17 staff members.
Business Consultant
Skyline Associates
Noida
04.2013 - 11.2014
- Developed strategic plans to enhance business performance for diverse clients.
Senior Associate
Incisive Media
Noida
04.2010 - 03.2013
- Investigating private equity and hedge fund deals spanning multiple sectors in Europe and Asia.
Senior Analyst
Copal Partners
Gurgaon
10.2009 - 04.2010
- Developed diverse financial valuation products: trading and transaction comparables, using DCF and relative valuation methodologies.
Management Trainee
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Gurgaon
12.2008 - 02.2009
Education
MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
Deakin University
Melbourne, Australia07.2009
MASTERS OF COMMERCE - FINANCE
Deakin University
Melbourne, Australia07.2009
BACHELORS OF COMMERCE - HONORS
Delhi University
Delhi, India06.2007
Skills
- Power Platform certified
- CFA Level 1 passed
- Financial modeling expertise
- Advanced Excel skills
- IFRS Expertise
- AI and ML proficiency
- Strategic planning
- Team collaboration
- Analytical proficiency
- Goal-oriented approach
- Leadership capabilities
- Problem solving
Languages
- English, Business Proficient
- Spanish, Business Proficient
- German, A2 Level
Timeline
Business Controller
Ericsson
02.2021 - Current
Financial Analyst
Ericsson
01.2018 - 01.2021
Project Manager
Ericsson
12.2014 - 12.2017
Business Consultant
Skyline Associates
04.2013 - 11.2014
Senior Associate
Incisive Media
04.2010 - 03.2013
Senior Analyst
Copal Partners
10.2009 - 04.2010
Management Trainee
PricewaterhouseCoopers
12.2008 - 02.2009
MASTERS OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
Deakin University
MASTERS OF COMMERCE - FINANCE
Deakin University
BACHELORS OF COMMERCE - HONORS
Delhi University