Nishanth Mallikarjuna
About Nishanth Mallikarjuna
Nishanth Mallikarjuna is an Assistant Controller at Squarepoint Capital, having transitioned to this role in 2023 after a year as a Senior Associate in Corporate Finance at Huron. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Accounting and Finance from Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain College and is pursuing a Chartered Accountant qualification.
Current Role at Squarepoint Capital
Nishanth Mallikarjuna serves as the Assistant Controller at Squarepoint Capital, a position he has held since 2023. His role involves overseeing financial operations and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India, he contributes to the firm's financial management and reporting processes.
Professional Experience at Huron
Prior to his current role, Nishanth Mallikarjuna worked at Huron in various capacities. He began as an Associate in Corporate Finance from 2019 to 2021, then advanced to Senior Analyst in Corporate Finance from 2017 to 2019, and later served as a Senior Associate in Corporate Finance from 2022 to 2023. His tenure at Huron spanned several years and provided him with extensive experience in financial analysis and corporate finance.
Education in Accounting and Finance
Nishanth Mallikarjuna completed his Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree with a focus on Accounting and Finance at Sri Bhagawan Mahaveer Jain College from 2011 to 2014. He is also pursuing further education at The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, where he studies Auditing, Accounts, Finance, and Taxation, working towards achieving Chartered Accountant status since 2012.
Early Career at Mukunda Shiva & Associates
Nishanth began his professional journey as an Article Assistant at Mukunda Shiva & Associates from 2013 to 2016. This role provided him with foundational experience in accounting practices and financial reporting, contributing to his development in the finance sector.