Pushkar Desai

About Pushkar Desai

As a Master’s in Management graduate with a Major’s in Financial Markets from Audencia Business School, I bring hands-on experience in fund management, financial modeling, and portfolio analysis. My professional journey at Northern Trust and Maitri Asset Management has equipped me with a solid foundation in financial analysis, data management, and client relationship management.I have successfully used tools like MS Office Suite, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, Bloomberg Terminal, and SAP to drive significant improvements in operational efficiency and accuracy. My expertise spans derivatives valuations, M&A, portfolio management, credit risk analysis, quantitative finance, and private equity. At Audencia Business School, my coursework in derivatives valuations, quantitative finance, portfolio management, financial analysis, data analytics, and credit risk analysis has further strengthened my skills.Fluent in English and proficient in French, I excel in conveying complex financial information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. My curiosity and enthusiasm for the financial sector drive me to continuously seek new challenges and opportunities for growth. I am passionate about leveraging my analytical skills and financial expertise to contribute to innovative financial solutions and drive business success.Additionally, I have explored content writing at Ritz7, crafting engaging website content for various topics, including finance and UX/UI design. I have also expanded my skillset by earning a certificate in Introduction to UX/UI Design, demonstrating my ability to bridge the gap between finance and user-centered design. I\'m seeking a challenging end-of-studies internship in Finance that will leverage my financial knowledge, creative potential, and passion for learning. I am keen to connect with professionals in the finance industry to share insights and explore opportunities for collaboration. Let\'s connect and discuss how we can contribute to the future of finance together.

Experience

1. Quantitative Research Analyst

   Invient

   Jul 2025 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Financial Statement Analysis, Market Insights & Data Automation:• Analyzed LP and GP financial statements to identify market trends, risk exposures, and KPIs for private equity clients.• Built Excel models for quantitative analysis and scenario forecasting to support client decision-making and portfolio monitoring.• Utilized proprietary reporting tools to securely aggregate data and deliver custom analytics while ensuring compliance.• Developed interactive dashboards visualizing market trends and financial insights for client capital flow tracking.• Delivered actionable recommendations and strategic intelligence through cross-functional collaboration with client teams

Education

• Audencia

  Master in Management, Finance

• UCLA

  Exchange Student, Business Administration and Management, General

• Symbiosis College of Arts & Commerce

  Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Accounting and Finance

  2017 — 2020