Led corporate finance operations for a $7bn group, overseeing financial reporting, audits, FP&A, tax, and restructuring across 250+ legal entities. Transformed the Group Reporting framework, building strong, sustainable teams, and establishing a backup function for long-term support. Managed M&A activities, driving due diligence, valuations, and financial structuring for smooth integration.Navigated and drove the UAE corporate tax transition and steered the organization’s Global Transfer Pricing framework development, collaborating closely with the tax head. Spearheaded digital finance transformation, enhancing reporting accuracy and timelines as part of the Finance EXCO.

Global CFO for Pulses & Sesame business across the globe.Partnered with the CEO to shape the business unit’s strategic vision and growth agenda. Spearheaded the setup of new business territories, driving financial accountability and improving working capital efficiency by 10% across a $1.2Bn portfolio in 14 countries.Established a KPI-driven reporting framework, enabling proactive decision-making, P&L management, and treasury optimization. Led business carve-out initiatives, legal restructuring, and audits, while providing strategic guidance to country controllers on accounting and reporting matters.

Growth Path:VP – Group Financial Reporting & Corporate Consolidation (Oct 2015 – Jun 2019): Location - India | SingaporeLeading financial reporting and consolidation for 200+ entities globally, ensuring compliance with IFRS standards. Spearheaded process improvements, centralization, and automation of reporting, enhancing efficiency across multi-geography, multi-currency operations. Managed statutory audits with EY, ensuring seamless audit processes and compliance.GM – Group Financial Reporting & Corporate Consolidation (May 2014 – Oct 2015): Location - India | SingaporeTook charge of the group’s financial reporting and consolidation, implementing financial controls, reporting accuracy, and driving strategic improvements. Collaborated closely with senior leadership to standardize processes and ensure timely financial reporting.GM – Cluster Finance Controller (Oct 2010 – May 2014): Location - GhanaExpanded responsibilities from Ghana to four additional countries (Mali, Burkina Faso, Togo, and Niger) with $800M of revenue, managing finance functions, taxation, and IT. Led key strategic initiatives such as business expansion into manufacturing and processing via acquisitions and takeovers, managing treasury, and increasing treasury lines fourfold. Acted as Profit Center Head for the Cocoa Business, delivering positive bottom-line results for the first time.AGM – Country Finance Controller (Oct 2008 – Oct 2010): Location - GhanaManaged country-level financial operations for Ghana. Devised long- and short-term strategies to optimize business operations, including liaising with government agencies for developmental support and ensuring audit compliance with EY.

Growth Path:Head – Commercials, KB’s Fair Price & Agriculture Division (Jul 2008 – Oct 2008)Led financial and commercial operations for 105 KB Fair Price stores, driving business planning, merchandising strategies, and margin controls. Managed legal agreements, lease negotiations, and compliance systems across retail properties.Head – Commercials, KB’s Fair Price (Mar 2007 – Jun 2008)Developed business models and financial projections for retail operations. Spearheaded SAP ERP implementations across multiple geographies, optimizing stock and category controls.Manager – F&A, KB’s Wholesale Market (Dec 2006 – Mar 2007)Joined the Innovation & Incubation team to develop new business ideas, financial models, and strategies for market expansion.

Spearheaded the financial and commercial setup for two hospitals, managing accounting, reporting, and financial systems from inception. Led cost management efforts, ERP implementation, and established financial controls for long-term sustainability. Played a critical role in setting up accounting functions for a new healthcare setup, managing vendor payments, payroll and statutory audits. Developed financial reporting frameworks and improved statutory compliance across operational divisions.

Led finance and accounts for Nigeria, overseeing budgeting, fund management, MIS reporting, and compliance. Managed weekly and monthly sales reviews. Developed strategic business plans and proposals for setting up a tomato-based manufacturing facility.

Joined as one of the first employees in this start-up venture. Set up accounting, financial, and payment systems, including payroll. Collaborated with HR to streamline recruitment processes and integrated accounting systems with the company-wide ERP. Worked on ERP implementation projects in Europe and Canada, partnering with technical teams to ensure seamless integration.

Started my career handling end-to-end finance and accounting responsibilities for group companies and partnership firms. Managed statutory compliance, including TDS, ITR, and ROC filings. Led inventory management, MIS reporting, and financial reconciliations. Played a key role in preparing financial statements, budgeting, and tax planning. Additionally, I oversaw vendor payments, payroll processing, and ensured adherence to regulatory requirements, contributing significantly to the financial operations of the family businesses.