Hi, I’m Rachvin Kaur. I’m a senior finance professional with a proven track record in Financial Planning & Analysis, procurement, and governance across ANZ and the APAC region. I excel at turning complex data into actionable insights, building robust budgets and forecasts, and driving cost-saving initiatives through vendor negotiations and process optimization. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver clear financial guidance and tangible business outcomes. I’m passionate about applying my cross-functional experience to strategic finance and procurement challenges, mentoring teams, and ensuring timely, accurate closing and reporting while continuously improving processes and KPIs.

Rachvin Kaur

Hi, I’m Rachvin Kaur. I’m a senior finance professional with a proven track record in Financial Planning & Analysis, procurement, and governance across ANZ and the APAC region. I excel at turning complex data into actionable insights, building robust budgets and forecasts, and driving cost-saving initiatives through vendor negotiations and process optimization. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver clear financial guidance and tangible business outcomes. I’m passionate about applying my cross-functional experience to strategic finance and procurement challenges, mentoring teams, and ensuring timely, accurate closing and reporting while continuously improving processes and KPIs.

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Hi, I’m Rachvin Kaur. I’m a senior finance professional with a proven track record in Financial Planning & Analysis, procurement, and governance across ANZ and the APAC region. I excel at turning complex data into actionable insights, building robust budgets and forecasts, and driving cost-saving initiatives through vendor negotiations and process optimization. I enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver clear financial guidance and tangible business outcomes.

I’m passionate about applying my cross-functional experience to strategic finance and procurement challenges, mentoring teams, and ensuring timely, accurate closing and reporting while continuously improving processes and KPIs.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Audit Assistant at KPMG Chartered Accountants
April 1, 2006 - January 31, 2007
Handled audit assignments, supported risk assessment and control testing; contributed to planning and execution of audits.
Audit Assistant (Internal Audit) at Moore Rowland Chartered Accountants
November 1, 2007 - February 29, 2008
Assisted with internal controls reviews, presented recommendations and supported audit processes.
Accounting Analyst at IBM
February 1, 2008 - March 31, 2010
Participated in migration to the Asia Pacific team; resolved outstanding balance items; conducted data testing for a special audit; reconciled unreconciled accounts.
Financial Analyst (Contract) at UGL Australia
August 1, 2010 - June 30, 2011
Created cost and investment reports; supported cost reductions and budgeting; provided financial analysis and forecasting to improve project profitability.
Business Analyst (Contract) at Telstra Australia
July 1, 2011 - October 31, 2011
Conducted requirement analysis, modelling and forecasting; identified patterns, risks and opportunities; recommended tactical/operational plans; led post-implementation reviews.
Procurement and Cost Analyst (Assistant Manager) at GE Capital Australia
July 1, 2012 - September 30, 2013
Created cost analysis and reporting to demonstrate cost savings; supported procurement with supplier evaluation; performed financial modelling for tenders; maintained BOM reconciliations and robust reporting.
Senior FP&A (Procurement) - Contract at Telstra
March 1, 2018 - August 31, 2018
Undertook analysis, research, modelling, forecasting and diagnosis to identify patterns, risks and opportunities; communicated findings to stakeholders; coordinated project reviews; supported KPI reporting.
Manager Financial Planning & Analysis at Laureate International Universities
July 1, 2014 - July 1, 2016
Led AMEA long-range planning and annual budgets; monitored performance vs budget; mentored business units and ensured timely month-end close; generated monthly reporting for executives.
Procurement & Cost Analyst (Assistant Manager) at General Electric Capital Australia
July 1, 2012 - September 1, 2013
Created cost savings by vendor renegotiation; performed financial modelling and forecasting to identify competitive vendors; managed vendor agreements and cost-reduction initiatives; coordinated country heads and provided cost reporting.
Assistant Manager, Global Compliance Services at Ernst & Young (EY)
December 1, 2013 - June 30, 2014
Designed, reviewed and monitored continuous process improvements and reengineering on current compliance procedures; KPI reporting; coordinated client-facing and internal KPI metrics.
Financial Analyst (Contract) at Telstra Australia
August 1, 2010 - June 1, 2011
Supported financial planning & analysis activities, forecasting and variance analysis to assist management decisions.
Accounting Analyst at IBM Australia
February 1, 2008 - March 31, 2010
Participated in the migration from the Sri Lanka division to the Asia Pacific team; performed balance sheet reconciliations and internal audit queries; supported financial reporting.
Audit Assistant (Internal Audit) at Moore Stephens Rowland Chartered Accountants
November 1, 2007 - February 29, 2008
Assisted in verifying internal controls and risk management in HR, payroll and procurement; contributed to audit findings and improvement recommendations.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce (Major in Accounting) at La Trobe University
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026
Bachelor of Commerce (Major in Accounting) at La Trobe University, Melbourne
January 11, 2030 - January 14, 2026

Qualifications

CPA (Certified Public Accountant)
January 11, 2006 - June 14, 2010
Bachelor of Commerce (Major in Accounting)
January 11, 2003 - November 22, 2005

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Telecommunications, Government, Professional Services, Manufacturing, Education