Manoj Agrawal
About Manoj Agrawal
Manoj Agrawal serves as the Vice President of Group Cost Performance and Business Analytics at HSBC, where he specializes in cost optimization and business partnering. He has extensive experience in financial planning, analytics, and risk management, having previously held positions at ICICI Bank, AXIS Bank, and UBS.
Current Role at HSBC
Manoj Agrawal serves as the Vice President of Group Cost Performance and Business Analytics at HSBC, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on cost optimization and business partnering with senior stakeholders. His responsibilities include project evaluation and P&L management, contributing to the financial efficiency of the organization. He operates out of Gurgaon, Haryana, India, where he leverages his extensive experience in financial analytics to support strategic decision-making.
Previous Experience at HSBC
Prior to his current role, Manoj Agrawal worked at HSBC as an Assistant Vice President in Financial Planning, Analytics, and Reporting from 2013 to 2017. During this four-year tenure in Gurgaon, Haryana, he developed expertise in financial reporting and analytics, which laid the groundwork for his later responsibilities in cost performance and business analytics.
Career Path in Banking
Manoj Agrawal has a diverse background in the banking sector, having worked at several prominent financial institutions. He began his career at ICICI Bank Ltd as a Branch Credit Manager for Home Loans from 2005 to 2006 in Rajasthan. He then moved to AXIS Bank Ltd, where he served as Deputy Manager in Risk and Credit from 2006 to 2008. Following his time at HSBC, he held the position of Director of Financial Planning and Analysis at UBS for one year in Pune, Maharashtra, from 2017 to 2018.
Education and Expertise
Manoj Agrawal holds a Chartered Accountant designation from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, where he studied finance from 2000 to 2004. He also earned a Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management (PGDBM) from SCDL-Pune. Additionally, he completed his Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) degree at the University of Rajasthan from 1999 to 2002. His educational background complements his expertise in data visualization and automation tools, including Qlik Sense, Tableau, and Xceptor.
Skills in Finance and Analytics
Manoj Agrawal has developed significant skills in finance controlling and the development of finance systems throughout his career. He has experience in nearshoring and offshoring projects, which enhances his ability to manage financial operations efficiently. His specialization in cost optimization and analytics positions him as a valuable asset in any financial environment.