Harshavardhan Pulugu

About Harshavardhan Pulugu

I am a Certified management Accountant (CMA), MBA and B.COM graduate having…

Experience

1. Senior Financial Accountant

   ICON plc

   Sep 2024 — Present · IN

   Revenue Recognition: Leading the revenue recognition process for a annual revenue portfolio across international contracts, ensuring revenue is recognized on time and in line with financial processes, US GAAP, IFRS, and SOX requirements.• Variance Analysis: Building detailed variance analysis using data from multiple sources; reviewing and comparing forecasts and budgets with actuals, identifying reasons for variances, suggesting corrective actions, and revising forecasts based on actual project performance.• Risk & Opportunity Recognition: Preparing and presenting financial updates for Global Project Reviews by highlighting key risks and recommending mitigation strategies; identifying opportunities for cost efficiency and developing better working practices to improve processes and maximize margins.• Cash Management: Taking ownership of cash position forecasting by monitoring financial health, identifying upcoming cash shortages early, and flagging for timely invoice generation to reduce financial risk.• Finance Management: Monitoring and improving study-level financials through detailed analysis of cash flow, invoicing, revenue, and variance; using tools like Tableau, Oracle, Power BI, and Salesforce to support senior management with insights on resourcing needs, revenue projections, and profitability.• Pricing: Reviewing contracts and pricing for accuracy, preparing pricing for amendments, and ensuring the project remains financially sound while maintaining strong client relationships. Invoicing to sponsor based on percentage of completion of work.• Business Partnering: Working closely with project managers and non-finance teams to combine financial insights with technical expertise, helping to drive value and improve overall project outcomes.