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I help investors, search funds, and acquirers make confident acquisition decisions through clear, decision-oriented Financial Due Diligence and Quality of Earnings (QoE) analysis. I am a Chartered Accountant with ex-EY Financial Due Diligence experience, supporting buy-side and sell-side transactions across SMBs, SaaS, and services businesses. My focus is simple: 👉 normalize earnings 👉 identify deal risks 👉 explain financials in plain English 👉 support price and structure negotiations 🔍 What I Deliver Quality of Earnings (QoE) analysis Cash-to-accrual conversion EBITDA normalization & adjustments Revenue recognition & sustainability review SaaS MRR analysis (new, churn, expansion, contraction) Working capital analysis & normalized WC peg Proof of cash & financial tie-outs One-time, non-recurring & owner-related adjustments Investor-ready diligence reports & databooks 📊 Selected Deal Experience Buy-Side QoE – Services Business (~$3m revenue) • Converted cash-basis books to accrual • Identified overstated EBITDA due to deferred expenses and aggressive add-backs • Normalized EBITDA reduced by ~18%, supporting price renegotiation SaaS Financial Due Diligence • Built monthly MRR bridge and cohort analysis • Assessed churn risk, customer concentration, and revenue quality • Highlighted sustainability risks impacting valuation multiple Lower-Middle-Market Acquisition Support • Normalized working capital and seasonality impact • Identified timing risks affecting cash flows • Provided negotiation inputs used in SPA discussions Clients value both the quality of analysis and clarity of communication. As one client shared: “His insights significantly enhanced the quality of the financial due diligence report, and his deep understanding of the business ensured a thorough analysis.” Another client noted: “Rupanshu has done a good job of doing the audit of the company and coming up with detailed results.” 🧠 Background I have 8+ years of post-qualification experience, including Big 4 (EY) Financial Due Diligence, working on transaction support, QoE, working capital, and financial risk assessment. I combine Big-4 rigor with freelancer flexibility. 🤝 Best Fit For Private equity & independent sponsors Search funds & first-time buyers Strategic acquirers Investors acquiring businesses with $0.5m–$10m revenue If you want Big-4 quality diligence without Big-4 fees, let’s talk.

Fractional CFO and financial modeling expert — 20+ years building investor-grade models, valuations, and M&A and due-diligence work used in boardrooms, fundraises, and live deals across the US, UK, Europe, the Middle East, and APAC. I pair an engineer's rigor with a finance strategist's judgment — a B.Tech from IIT Bombay and an MBA in Finance & Strategy from IIM Lucknow — plus two decades as a hands-on finance partner to PE/VC funds, family offices, investment banks, corporates, and growth-stage founders. As a Top-Rated Plus freelancer with a 100% Job Success Score and $100K+ earned here, I deliver decision-grade work — on time, every time. If you need a number you can take to a board, an investor, or a deal table, that's what I build. What I do for clients 1. Fractional / Virtual CFO — Full finance leadership without the full-time cost: FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow and working-capital management, month-end close, reconciliations, internal controls, controllership, and board and investor reporting — plus clean bookkeeping and accounting (incl. cash-to-accrual conversions and QuickBooks/Stripe workflows). 2. Financial Modeling & Valuation — Investor-grade Excel models: three-statement, DCF, LBO, scenario and sensitivity analysis, and cap tables, plus SaaS/startup, real estate, energy, and manufacturing models. Business, equity, and asset valuation you can defend. 3. M&A Advisory & Due Diligence — Buy- and sell-side support: financial and commercial due diligence, Quality of Earnings (QoE), target screening and profiling, synergy assessment, deal structuring, data-room management, and board-ready transaction decks. 4. FP&A & Capital Raising — Forecasts, budgets, proforma financials, variance analysis, capital-structure optimization, and fundraising support: investor decks, pitch decks, financial projections, and business plans built to raise. 5. Investment & Equity Research — Fundamental and technical equity research, credit and fixed-income analysis, sector and thematic screening, and portfolio strategy for funds and asset managers. 6. Market Research & Strategy — Market-entry and feasibility studies, TAM/SAM/SOM and market sizing, competitive benchmarking, go-to-market (GTM) strategy, and country-risk and macro assessments. Why clients come back - 20+ years across corporate finance, strategy, research, and M&A, including roles with leading global firms - Investor-grade outputs trusted by PE/VC funds, family offices, and corporates worldwide - Top-Rated Plus | 100% Job Success | $100K+ earned | 2,600+ hours - Every deliverable custom-built, source-checked, high quality, and delivered on schedule - Senior expertise at a fraction of in-house or big-firm cost I work on hourly, fixed-price, retainer, or dedicated-team terms — whatever fits your scope. Looking for a fractional CFO, financial modeler, valuation analyst, M&A and due-diligence partner, FP&A expert, or research and strategy advisor who delivers boardroom-ready results? Message me a few details about your project — I respond within 12 hours and will be glad to set up a quick intro call.

A highly skilled finance and accounting professional with expertise in bookkeeping, accounting, financial modeling, and business valuation. With a strong foundation in data analytics and a proven track record in management reporting and FP&A (Financial Planning & Analysis), I brings comprehensive financial insights to drive strategic decision-making.

With 10+ years of experience and as a CFA Level 3 candidate, I specialize in financial analysis, including creating financial models for fundamental analysis, equity research, and LBOs. My expertise also covers company valuations, forecasting, M&A, and investment analysis, delivering actionable insights to drive strategic decisions.

I am a CFA Charterholder and finance professional with 7+ years of experience across Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Investment Banking, delivering institutional-grade financial analysis and investor-ready materials. Over the past 3 years, I have supported founders in raising $50M+ in capital through rigorously built financial models, investment memorandums, and compelling investor presentations. My work spans financial and valuation modeling (DCF, LBO, comparable analysis), startup financial models (pre-revenue), investment memorandums (IMs), business plans, pitch decks, and executive dashboards that stand up to scrutiny from investors, boards, and lenders. I am highly comfortable with fast-turnaround, high-stakes engagements and consistently deliver accurate, high-quality work under tight timelines. Having worked across both private and public markets, I possess a deep understanding of global industries and investment landscapes. My expertise lies in delivering insightful financial models, detailed industry reports, and strategic investment recommendations tailored to client needs. In addition, I leverage AI tools and workflows to enhance efficiency, improve analytical depth, and deliver faster, more scalable outputs, ranging from automated financial analysis and dynamic dashboards to AI-assisted research and presentation development. I am proficient in: 1. Financial & Valuation Modeling (DCF, LBO, Comparable Analysis, etc.) 2. Startup Financial Modeling 3. Pitch Decks, Business Plan, Investor Presentations 4. Investment Research 5. Investment Memorandum (IM) 6. Industry and Market Research 7. Competitive Landscaping What sets me apart is precision, context, and judgment. I don’t just build models, I think like an investor, pressure-test assumptions, and focus on what actually drives outcomes. I am equally comfortable supporting early-stage founders as well as delivering to PE/VC-grade standards. Tools & Platforms: Bloomberg | Capital IQ | PitchBook | FactSet | Koyfin | Reuters | Excel | Power BI | Tableau | PowerPoint | Word | AI-enabled analytics tools

When founders, PE firms, consulting firms, CFOs, and boutique investment banks need high-quality financial analysis, they work directly with me. I'm a Chartered Accountant (CA) and CFA Charterholder with over 5 years of investment banking experience at Citi and Keynote Financial Services, along with 1.5 years of Financial Due Diligence experience at Grant Thornton. Throughout my career, I have worked on financial modeling, valuations, transaction advisory, due diligence, fundraising, and strategic finance engagements across multiple industries. I lead client engagements and remain actively involved in the analysis and delivery of every project. Depending on the scope and timeline, I am also supported by my firm, Vista Analytics, a team of experienced analysts and associates that allows me to scale efficiently and meet demanding deadlines without compromising quality. 📦 Areas of Expertise: 🔢 Financial Modelling — 3-statement models, LBO, M&A/merger models, SaaS metrics, VC/hedge fund models, AI sector models 📊 Business Valuation — DCF, comparable company analysis, precedent transactions, 409A valuations, Purchase Price Allocation (PPA), Fairness Opinions 📈 Pitch Decks & CIMs — Investor decks, teasers, Confidential Information Memorandums built to raise capital 🔍 Investment & Due Diligence — Equity research, credit research, financial due diligence, industry analysis 📋 Business & Financial Plans — Pro forma statements, cash flow projections, market & competitor analysis 🤝 Transaction Advisory — Deal structuring, credit reports, credit enhancement, closing assistance 🏢 Why Clients Work with me: ✅ Direct access to an experienced finance professional with investment banking and transaction advisory experience. Institutional-quality work with the flexibility and responsiveness of an independent consultant. ✅ Cost advantage — Access investment banking-grade output at India-based pricing. Typically 50–70% more cost-effective than equivalent Western talent. ✅ Ability to scale through Vista Analytics when larger projects or ongoing support are required. ✅ Demo-first approach — For retainer clients, we're happy to complete a paid trial assignment before you commit long term.