Lakshman Ramachandran

About Lakshman Ramachandran

PMP-Certified Program Management Professional with over 16 years of experience in…

Experience

1. Manager

   KPMG

   Apr 2024 — Present · IN

   I\'m currently associated with the Tax Vertical of KPMG Global Services. The Tax business at KGS is dedicated to supporting KPMG firms globally to deliver comprehensive tax compliance services, collaborating closely with clients, regulators and governments on innovative tax solutions amidst evolving business challenges.Responsibility –Role: PMO Manager• Managed a Book of Business in collaboration with the US team, overseeing 12+ dedicated clients, hours of business, and $1–2M per engagement across domestic and global compliance projects.• Led key project management functions, including compliance tracking, governance, financial management, reporting, risk mitigation, and scope management.• Spearheaded business development initiatives, pitching PMO support services to local offices, increasing chargeability, and driving team utilization.• Led a team of 15+ members as PML/functional manager, overseeing governance and operational activities.• Facilitated program communication, project meetings, and collaboration across Member Firms, U.S. offices, and clients.• Developed and analyzed financial dashboards (plan vs. actuals, forecasts, profitability, and work-in-progress tracking).• Managed billing operations, invoicing issue resolution, and PO reconciliation.• Ensured transparency in commercial and financial performance for projects and programs.• Implemented PMO tools, methodologies, and templates to enhance operational efficiency.• Supported multiple workstreams in building a centralized PMO framework.• Engaged with key stakeholders and subject matter experts to drive project success.