Preethi Nayak Kalbag
About Preethi Nayak Kalbag
Preethi Nayak Kalbag is a Corporate FP&A professional at Adobe in Bengaluru, India, with over a decade of experience in finance roles across various companies, including Cisco and Ocwen Financial Solutions. She holds a Master of Commerce and is currently pursuing both US CPA and PMP certifications.
Work at Adobe
Preethi Nayak Kalbag has been serving as Corporate FP&A at Adobe since 2021. Based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, she has been involved in corporate financial planning initiatives. Her role encompasses spearheading financial strategies across various segments, including commercial, enterprise, and service provider sectors.
Previous Experience at Cisco
Prior to her current position, Preethi held multiple roles at Cisco Systems (India) Private Limited. She worked as a Finance Manager from 2019 to 2021, and previously served as Manager of Finance from 2013 to 2015. Her tenure also includes a role as Project Manager CA from 2015 to 2016 and as Finance Analyst FP&A from 2007 to 2011. Her experience at Cisco spans over a decade, contributing to her expertise in financial analysis and management.
Education and Expertise
Preethi holds a Master of Commerce in Accounting and Finance from Manav Bharti University, which she completed from 2014 to 2016. She also achieved a Post Graduation in Financial Management from Bharatiya Vidhya Bhavan in 2003. Her foundational education includes a Bachelor of Commerce from Sesharipuram College. Currently, she is pursuing a US CPA and PMP certification, further enhancing her professional qualifications.
Background in Financial Reporting
Preethi has extensive experience in financial reporting and compliance, particularly in applying SOX controls over financial reporting. Her expertise covers accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, time and billing, and fixed assets within supply chain management for the APAC region. She has developed reports for top management that summarize the financial position of businesses, focusing on expense to revenue and cash flows.
Technical Skills and Tools
Preethi is well-versed in various financial tools and software, including Hyperion Essbase & Smart View, Longview, and SAP Business Objects. She has experience with ERP tools such as Oracle Projects, Oracle Discoverer, and Oracle Analyzer. Her technical skills complement her strong relationship management and negotiation abilities, which she utilizes in liaising with third-party vendors and service providers.