Lakshman Guggilam

About Lakshman Guggilam

At Viatris, mastery in budgeting and forecasting has been central to my role, where I\'ve honed my acumen in management accounting and financial analysis within the pharmaceutical industry. Leading the financial planning for the Oral Solid Doses vertical, my efforts have been pivotal in driving operational efficiency across business units spanning multiple continents.Collaborating closely with site finance leads and business unit leaders, my strategic planning and execution of the annual budgeting process have contributed to data-driven decision-making. My commitment to delivering executive-level presentations and financial insights ensures that we navigate complex financial landscapes with precision and foresight, always aiming to optimize performance and profitability.

Experience

1. Business Office Manager

   Wipro

   Aug 2024 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Managed finance support for a $480 Mn revenue portfolio across multiple accounts and geographies. • Prepared monthly and quarterly revenue forecasts and supported annual target setting with business teams. • Led monthly, quarterly, and SLDU financial closures, ensuring accurate revenue, cost, and margin reporting. • Performed YOY and QOQ variance analysis to explain revenue and margin movements due to ramp-ups, ramp-downs, new wins, and customer exits. • Conducted customer-level margin reviews and highlighted low-margin and high-risk accounts. • Performed GL-level analysis to track cost movements and support forecasting and variance explanations. • Prepared BTG P&L calculations and margin bridge analysis for management reviews. • Supported cost optimization initiatives by tracking utilization, subcontractor costs, overheads, and license expenses. • Worked with business teams to create and monitor provisions for customer terminations, exits, and unused licenses. • Reviewed incentive eligibility and coordinated approval flow with respective Account BFMs. • EPM submissions for budget, forecast, and estimates, ensuring alignment with SAP actuals. Prepared weekly financial review decks and management presentations highlighting performance, risks, and actions. • Participated in business review meetings and provided finance inputs for decision-making. • Coordinated with multiple stakeholders to close pending finance actions on time. • Supported finance governance by ensuring data accuracy and timely reporting

Education

• Institute of Cost Accountants of India

  Final, Accountancy

  2012 — 2014

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Chartered Accountant, Accounting and Finance