Finance & Strategy Analyst skilled in financial modeling, data analysis, and business strategy

Arjun Patel

Professional Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with a proven track record of delivering exceptional outcomes in fast-paced environments. Adept at leveraging strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to drive business growth and operational efficiency. Demonstrates strong leadership, effective communication, and a commitment to excellence, consistently exceeding performance targets. Skilled in managing complex projects, collaborating across teams, and adapting to evolving challenges to achieve organizational goals.

Work Experience

Finance Co-Director at TapStart, Student Venture Group

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Oversaw finance for a student-led business selling custom NFC business cards; Managed budgeting, cash flow, and achieved 500% profit per unit sold; Led pricing strategy with sales team to improve margins and compete in niche student market

Investment Banking Prep Program Candidate at HighLine Finance Careers (Toronto)

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Participated in live M&A simulation and built a DCF valuation using real company data; Placed in top 5% on trading simulation leaderboard (250+ participants); Learned core investment banking concepts: LBOs, DCF, M&A strategy, industry comps

Warehouse Associate at Loblaws Distribution Centre, Ottawa

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Maintained stock accuracy and fulfilled large-volume product restocks; Ensured compliance with health & safety standards across workstations and product handling; Demonstrated strong work ethic through early morning shifts and performance consistency

Education

BCom in Finance (Honours)

Telfer School of Management, University of Ottawa

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GPA: 3.9/4.0

Skills

Technical Skills

  • Financial Accounting
  • Corporate Finance
  • Business Analytics
  • Excel (Advanced)
  • PowerPoint
  • Google Sheets
  • Basic Python

Soft Skills

  • Entrepreneurial Mindset
  • Strong Quantitative Foundation
  • Leadership
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Goal Setting

Certifications

Grade 8 Acoustic Guitar

Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM)

Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award

Score
75/100
Education
85/100
Work Experience
70/100
Header
70/100
Projects
80/100
Skills
80/100
Profile
75/100
Certifications
50/100
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Strong academic performance with a high GPA and relevant coursework in finance and analytics.
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage finance operations in a student venture with quantifiable profit achievements.
Hands-on experience with financial modeling and investment banking concepts through prep programs and projects.
Entrepreneurial mindset evidenced by founding and scaling an e-commerce business with strong customer engagement.

Education

85%
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Work Experience

70%
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Header

70%
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Projects

80%
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Skills

80%
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Profile

75%
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Certifications

50%
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