Rajesh Ponnuru

Associate Director with 14+ years of experience in Data Governance, Data Quality Management, and Financial Reporting across global banking and consulting environments. Proven expertise in driving governance frameworks, while leading cross‑functional teams. Recognized for process innovation, automation, and stakeholder collaboration to deliver strategic data initiatives.

• UBS (2019 – Present, Associate Director, Finance Data Management Office Lead)
  • Led a team of 6 in driving enterprise‑wide data governance and stewardship initiatives across UBS & FDMO.
  • Directed the implementation of a data glossary aligned with the Data Management Framework, ensuring consistency and compliance.
  • Automated the Annual KDE Re‑attestation process using Alteryx, achieving a 60% reduction in manual workload and safeguarding jobs by streamlining review cycles.
  • Partnered with IT architects, SMEs, and change delivery leads to execute enterprise data strategy and ensure adherence to group policies.
  • Oversaw the Collibra → UBS DGP migration, ensuring smooth transition and compliance with governance standards.
  • Established data quality remediation and controls across finance applications, strengthening reporting accuracy and integrity.
• Cognizant Technology Solutions (2012 – 2019, Team Leader, FDS Ledger Entity Control)
  • Managed a 5‑member team ensuring ledger integrity and entity sign‑offs for monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting cycles.
  • Identified and resolved data quality issues in GGL architecture, liaising with stakeholders for adjustments.
  • Initiated process improvement mandates and contributed to Robotics automation projects, reducing turnaround times.
  • Documented workflows and trained teams to ensure knowledge transfer and operational resilience.
• Genpact (2011 – 2012, Process Developer, GL & Bank Reconciliation)
  • Prepared and resolved bank reconciliations across multiple accounts.
  • Posted journals via Oracle for month‑end reporting.
  • Presented reconciliation statistics with commentary to management.

• Bachelor of Commerce – Osmania University (2004–2007)
• CA Foundation (PE I) – Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (2005)
• CA Inter (PE II) – Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (2007)
• Advanced Diploma in Management – ICFAI University (2009)