The Analytics Advantage in M&A Due Diligence
How data-driven approaches are transforming deal discovery and risk identification in complex transactions.
I help organizations solve complex financial challenges through data-driven strategies, analytics automation, and disciplined execution. Over 13 years turning ambiguity into action.
I'm a Director at KPMG US with a focus on designing analytics and automation solutions that bring structure and insight to high-stakes business scenarios.
Over 13+ years, I've been helping organizations solve challenging financial and analytical problems — not just with data, but with disciplined execution. I'm driven by opportunities to build POCs that evolve into scalable products, lead automation initiatives, and help clients move from ambiguity to action.
I've worked across sectors including Life Sciences, TMT (Telecom, Media & Technology), Consumer & Retail, and Industrial Manufacturing.
Deep specialization built over 13+ years across M&A, finance, and analytics domains.
Financial due diligence, integration analytics, and post-merger value realization through data-driven insights.
Modernizing finance functions through process reengineering, technology enablement, and capability building.
Designing scalable analytics frameworks that translate business questions into actionable, data-driven answers.
Building practical automation solutions in accounting and operations that drive efficiency and reduce risk.
Complex financial models for strategic decisions, valuation, forecasting, and scenario analysis.
Building and mentoring high-performing analytics teams through complex engagements and transformations.
Whether you're navigating a merger, transforming your finance function, or building analytics capabilities — I can help you get there.
Strategic advisory on M&A analytics, finance transformation, and analytics strategy. I work with C-suite executives and senior leadership to design solutions that create lasting value.
Start a ConversationTaking your analytics idea from proof of concept to a scalable, production-ready solution. I bridge the gap between business vision and technical execution.
Learn MoreEnd-to-end automation of reporting, forecasting, and data workflows. Turn manual, error-prone processes into reliable, scalable systems.
Learn MoreUpskilling and mentoring analytics teams. I help organizations build internal capabilities so they're not dependent on external support indefinitely.
Learn MoreData-driven financial due diligence support for transactions. Identifying risks, opportunities, and synergies through rigorous analytical frameworks.
Learn MoreAvailable for speaking engagements, panel discussions, and workshops on analytics strategy, M&A, and finance transformation topics.
Book a SessionLeading M&A Analytics and Finance Transformation engagements. Designing analytics and automation solutions across Life Sciences, TMT, Consumer & Retail, and Industrial Manufacturing sectors.
Led complex analytics engagements end-to-end. Built POCs that evolved into scalable, production-ready products and mentored growing analytics teams.
Recognized for excellent modelling skills and strong client relationship management. Earned back-to-back promotions in 2014 and 2015 for commitment and results.
Built a strong foundation in financial analytics and modeling. Promoted twice in consecutive years for exceptional performance, client delivery, and desire to learn.
Self-built and self-hosted personal portfolio website on GitHub Pages with custom domain chiragrawal.com.
Exploring applications of deep learning in financial data analysis and predictive modeling for business insights.
Scalable framework for automating financial reporting and analytics workflows — reducing manual effort and errors.
Perspectives on analytics, M&A, and finance transformation — articles coming soon.
How data-driven approaches are transforming deal discovery and risk identification in complex transactions.
Practical steps for finance leaders to modernize their function without disrupting day-to-day operations.
Why most analytics proofs of concept fail to make it to production — and how to beat those odds.
"Chirag is a go-getter with excellent modelling skills and outstanding client relationship capabilities."
"His desire to learn, commitment to succeed, and hard-working attitude earned him back-to-back promotions in 2014 and 2015."
"Chirag brings an exceptional ability to move clients from ambiguity to action — a rare and valuable skill in complex analytics engagements."
Have a challenging problem to solve? Interested in working together? I'd love to hear from you.