Vivek Patel

Finance Specialist @Brookfield

CA

Delivered end-to-end forecasting, budgeting, and long-range planning (LRP) using SAP and Oracle; built advanced Excel models incorporating cost drivers, consumption rates, and run-rate assumptions.• Performed detailed variance analysis (actual vs. forecast vs. budget), identifying anomalies, spend leakage, and operational inefficiencies; presented insights to FP & A leadership.• Managed large-scale OPEX portfolios (IT Hosting $67M, Mainframe $26M) with strong focus on cost allocation, unit economics, cost center alignment, and compliance with corporate financial governance.• Oversaw Purchase Order lifecycle including creation, spend monitoring, contract validation, and alignment to Statement of Work (SOW) using ERP procurement workflows.• Led month-end GL reconciliation, accrual postings, pre-close checks, and financial close activities, ensuring high forecast accuracy and audit-ready documentation.• Collaborated with vendors and internal stakeholders on invoice validation, contract renewals, SLA-driven cost management, AR aging resolution, and financial risk mitigation strategies.

Gujarat Technological University (GTU)

Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm), Pharmacy

Conestoga College

Postgraduate Degree, Health/Health Care Administration/Management

University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management

Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General