Payal Arora, CPA

Manager, Financial Controls & Analysis

Professional Overview
Payal Arora is an accomplished finance professional with over 10 years of experience in financial analysis, controls, and reporting. As the Manager of Financial Controls & Analysis at Daiichi Sankyo, Inc., she plays a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial information while driving strategic decision-making through data-driven insights.

Experience Summary

Current Role
As the Manager of Financial Controls & Analysis at Daiichi Sankyo, Inc., Payal is responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of robust financial controls and processes. She leads a team of analysts in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports, ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations. Payal's analytical expertise has been instrumental in identifying cost-saving opportunities and optimizing financial performance, contributing to the company's continued growth and profitability.

Career Progression
Prior to her current role, Payal held progressive positions at Covance and Siemens Energy, where she honed her skills in financial analysis, project management, and process improvement. As a Senior Project Analyst at Covance, she spearheaded the implementation of a new forecasting and budgeting system, resulting in a 20% improvement in budget accuracy. At Siemens Energy, Payal served as a Financial Analyst, where she played a key role in streamlining financial reporting processes, leading to a 15% reduction in reporting cycle time.

Academic Background
Payal holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Rutgers University and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). During her academic career, she was recognized for her academic excellence, graduating cum laude and serving as the treasurer of the Accounting Student Association.

Areas of Expertise

• Financial controls and compliance

• Financial analysis and reporting

• Budgeting and forecasting

• Process improvement and optimization

• Team leadership and management

Professional Impact
Payal's dedication to financial excellence and her ability to translate complex data into actionable insights have made her a valuable asset to the organizations she has served. Her contributions have been recognized through various awards and accolades, including the Daiichi Sankyo "Employee of the Year" award in 2021.

Conclusion
With her proven track record of success, Payal Arora continues to drive positive change within the finance function, contributing to the overall strategic objectives of Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. Her expertise, leadership, and commitment to excellence position her as a highly sought-after finance professional in the pharmaceutical industry.