Simran Wadhwa
London
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in data analysis and business process optimization, leveraging advanced skills in Power BI, MS Excel, and Google Analytics to drive informed decision-making. Proficient in requirements gathering, AS-IS/TO-BE analysis, and process mapping (BPMN), ensuring seamless CRM integration and stakeholder engagement. Demonstrated success in financial modelling, budgeting, and cost optimization through variance analysis. Adept at utilizing Agile (Scrum) methodologies to enhance project delivery and user acceptance testing (UAT). Committed to advancing career in data-driven environments with a focus on innovative solutions.
Results-driven Business Analyst skilled in bridging gaps between IT and business operations to enhance efficiency and drive growth. Recognised for implementing strategic solutions that streamline processes, reduce costs, and improve team productivity. Adept at stakeholder management, delivering actionable insights, and fostering collaborative environments to achieve project success.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Freelance Business Analyst Consultant
CYCD Ltd
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Led business analysis for a digital transformation project enhancing CYCD's branding, fundraising, and social media strategy.
- Facilitated workshops and interviews to elicit requirements, applying Agile methodology for iterative delivery.
- Conducted AS-IS and TO-BE process analysis, creating process flows and journey maps using Miro and BPMN.
- Documented BRD, user stories, personas, stakeholder engagement plans, and a digital roadmap to guide delivery.
- Analysed web and fundraising performance using Google Analytics to support data-informed recommendations.
- Managed project tracking and sprint planning via Jira and Confluence, ensuring transparency and collaboration.
- Helped drive a projected 20% increase in digital fundraising effectiveness and stronger stakeholder engagement.
Business Analyst - Financial Data & Reporting Project
Ashish & Co
07.2021 - 09.2023
- Gathered and documented business and system requirements from finance and IT stakeholders using Jira.
- Conducted financial analysis (P&L, cash flow, balance sheets) and built models for budgeting and variance analysis.
- Designed dashboards in Power BI and Excel, enabling real-time insights and executive reporting.
- Identified $100K+ in cost-saving opportunities by analysing overhead and recommending budget improvements.
- Supported process optimisation and system automation aligned with digital transformation goals.
- Led UAT sessions and produced user guides to support adoption of new reporting tools.
Education
MSc - Business Analysis
Northumbria University
01.2023 - 09.2025
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
Sant Gadge Baba University
01.2019 - 01.2022
Skills
- Power BI
- MS Excel
- Jira
- Confluence
- Miro
- Google Analytics
- QuickBooks
- SAP
- Requirements Gathering
- AS-IS/TO-BE Analysis
- Process Mapping (BPMN)
- BRD
- User Stories
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Budgeting
- Cost Optimisation
- Variance Analysis
- Financial Modelling
- Agile (Scrum)
- UAT
- Data Visualization
- CRM Integration
Websites
Certification
- Entry Certificate in Business Analysis (ECBA), Udemy
- Capability in Business Analysis (CCBA), Udemy
- Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), Udemy
Custom
Power BI, MS Excel, Jira, Confluence, Miro, Google Analytics, QuickBooks, SAP, Requirements Gathering, AS-IS/TO-BE Analysis, Process Mapping (BPMN), BRD, User Stories, Stakeholder Engagement, Budgeting, Cost Optimisation, Variance Analysis, Financial Modelling, Agile (Scrum), UAT, Data Visualization, CRM Integration
Personal Information
Title: Business Analyst
Timeline
Freelance Business Analyst Consultant
CYCD Ltd
02.2025 - 06.2025
MSc - Business Analysis
Northumbria University
01.2023 - 09.2025
Business Analyst - Financial Data & Reporting Project
Ashish & Co
07.2021 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
Sant Gadge Baba University
01.2019 - 01.2022
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