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Narayanan H.

Virtual CFO and Experienced Financial Strategist

 Ex Banker (Citibank, Mashreq)  Chartered Accountant  Financial Modelling Specialist  Pitch Deck Specialist  Strategic Planning, Budget & Valuation. I'm a seasoned banking professional with over 20 years of experience in strategic planning, financial and management accounting, regulatory reporting, and MIS. My background includes a successful tenure at Citibank and other multinational banks, where I spearheaded various initiatives and played a key role in financial management, strategic planning, and innovative projects. I am now a freelancer, offering my wide-ranging skills and knowledge to businesses looking to optimize their financial strategies and achieve sustainable growth. I specialize in financial modelling, business plan preparation, pitch deck creation, and investor presentations, among other services. My broad experience in the banking sector has equipped me with the precision, diligence, and foresight required to help businesses make informed decisions. My utmost pleasure lies in assisting businesses in making better decisions and watching them grow. Are you a business owner or entrepreneur who is struggling with any of the below-mentioned problems? • Is the complexity of financial modelling consuming more of your time than you'd like? • Do you find it challenging to ensure the accuracy of data when consolidating information from various sources? • How confident are you in forecasting your business's financial performance, especially in uncertain environments? • Do you ever feel that your lack of financial modelling expertise hinders your strategic decision-making? • How do you handle changing business landscapes and ensure your financial assumptions and projections stay up-to-date? • Have you faced difficulties incorporating different scenarios into your financial models for effective scenario planning? • Do resource constraints, especially in smaller businesses, impact your ability to dedicate time and effort to financial planning? • Is presenting complex financial information to stakeholders in a clear and understandable manner something you find challenging? If yes, look no further—I am here to address your financial modelling challenges and guide you towards strategic decision-making with confidence. I can offer you a range of financial services and contribute to your business's financial excellence, I'm here to support your journey. Are you a start-up company facing some of the below-mentioned problems while preparing pitch decks? • Story Clarity: Do you find it challenging to articulate a clear and compelling narrative that effectively communicates your business idea and its value proposition? • Content Prioritization: How do you decide on the most crucial information to include in your pitch deck while maintaining brevity and avoiding information overload? • Visual Appeal: Are you struggling to strike the right balance between visual elements and text in your pitch deck to keep your audience engaged without sacrificing professionalism? • Financial Projections: Do you face difficulties in developing realistic and persuasive financial projections that instil confidence in potential investors? • Market Understanding: How confident are you in demonstrating a deep understanding of your target market, competition, and the unique selling points that set your startup apart? • Adaptability: Is it challenging to craft a pitch deck that can be easily tailored for different audiences, whether they are potential investors, partners, or clients? • Consistency: Do you struggle to maintain a consistent and cohesive visual and messaging theme throughout your pitch deck? • Engagement: How do you ensure that your presentation captivates and maintains the attention of your audience, fostering interest in your business? • Handling Questions: Are you prepared to anticipate potential questions or concerns from investors and proactively address them in your pitch deck? • Differentiation: Do you find it challenging to clearly articulate what makes your startup distinctive and why it stands out in the market landscape? Having crafted numerous pitch decks for a variety of startups, I specialize in addressing the very challenges you might be facing. I ensure crystal-clear storytelling, adept content prioritization, and an engaging visual approach. My expertise in developing realistic financial projections, understanding market dynamics, and tailoring presentations for diverse audiences positions me to not only meet but exceed your expectations. Let's collaborate to make your pitch deck a compelling and impactful tool for your business success Please feel free to get in touch if you believe that my skills and experience align with your requirements or if you have any specific projects in mind. I'm here to provide you with the expert financial guidance your business deserves.

🇮🇳Bengaluru, India$90/hr100% JSS4.70 (25)Since Oct 2023

Earnings and projects

MRR
$1.3k

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#37,237 / 412k
🇮🇳Country#4,282 / 45.9k
Revenue, last 30 days
$534

Last 6 months: $7.9k

World#61,114 / 412k
🇮🇳Country#6,425 / 45.9k
Total earnings
$80k

Billed in all: $84k

World#50,055 / 412k
🇮🇳Country#7,890 / 45.9k
Per project
$994

$1.1k in the last 6 months

World#124,429 / 412k
🇮🇳Country#15,640 / 45.9k
Projects, last 6 months
7

Across 8 contracts

13% fixed87% hourly
World#28,826 / 412k
🇮🇳Country#3,580 / 45.9k
Projects in all
80

Across 87 contracts

56% fixed44% hourly
World#36,689 / 412k
🇮🇳Country#6,439 / 45.9k

Earnings, last 30 days

$83.8k+$534 earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$83.0k$83.5k$84.0kOct 8Oct 23Nov 7

Skill rankings: Top 9% in Presentation Design

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