I am an incoming PGP 2028 student at IIM Bangalore. I recently converted IIM Bangalore through CAT 2025. I am a Chartered Accountant along with CFA L1 and have around 2 years of experience at HSBC, along with 3 years of articleship. During my HSBC tenure, worked closely with the CFO’s office to deliver profitability insights, revenue analysis, and executive-ready reports supporting strategic decision-making. Strengthened financial reporting through automation, improved controls, and resolution of data discrepancies, enhancing accuracy and reliability of performance metrics. Prior in my articleship - Worked on statutory audits, tax audits, and compliance reviews across manufacturing, IT, and services, building strong fundamentals in financial statements, controls, and cash-flow analysis.Led engagements involving audit testing, tax assessments, and due diligence, identifying key issues including income leakages and reporting discrepancies across clients. I now want to help candidates navigate CAT preparation, career decisions, and the CA journey. I am also interested in conversations around investing, business, and startups. Achievements • Received calls from all IIMs except C - Converted B and joining the same :) • Cleared all levels of Chartered Accountancy in first attempt (CPT – 91%, CA Inter – 72%, CA Final – 58%) • Awarded by ICAI for securing highest marks in CA Inter in Hyderabad region (Costing – 90, Accounting – 86) • Secured State First in Intermediate First Year (494/500) • Secured 10 GPA in 10th Standard (School First)