Leading Finance Transformation of GDB- a leader in environment sustainability recycling of plastics, paint, paper and metals.

Headed North America Finance for this Mid-Tier IT Consulting services company with revenues of $550M, part of $1.6B CK Birla group. Worked closely with CEO, CFO and Leadership Team.• Operating as an extended arm of CEO’s office and Business Finance function, providing useful insights into monthly MIS and other reviews with actionable points.• Operational excellence achieved through close monitoring, leading to an increase of 3% Gross Margin and 4% EBITDA.• Integration of EnablePath, a Salesforce Gold Partner seamlessly executed in six months by merging operations with Birlasoft’s back office support. Overhaul of Revenue recognition process as per USGAAP.• Substantial streamlining of Collections led to a fall in DSO to 39 Days from 46 with highest collection recorded in company’s history. Cash surplus throughout the year eliminated interest outgo of $60k annually.• Facilitating business growth through achievement of Industry leading D&B ratings for Birlasoft Inc in all parameters by successfully working in getting positive financial data reported to D&B. Top ratings applauded by customers.• Executed seamless Corporate Office relocation with a $400k savings in Rent and Leasehold construction costs.• Impeccable Finance operations reflected in record Audit timelines with nil adverse comments, both statutory and internal. Commended by Board.

iGATE Technologies with its outcomes based model is a leader of IT consulting services with more than 400 Fortune 1000 Clients and 22 Global Delivery Centers totaling revenues of $1.1B with North America contributing $900M. Responsible for America’s Finance Operations & Management.• Ensured seamless payroll restructuring into iGATE with a $300k savings in Employer taxes• Brought 10% reduction in Procurement costs through active vendor negotiations-including over $1M in Health Insurance costs.• Conceptualised & implemented forecasting models based on integration of Business Finance,General Ledger & Controllers Team. Reduced Closure cycle by three days & reduced forecast variance.• Successfully Integrated iGATE & Patni’s policies & operations.• Instrumental in implementation of e-Compliance Dashboard-enabling avoidance of non-compliance penalties & strictures.

Patni Americas was a leader and a pioneer in IT consulting services. As Controller-North America, was responsible for all Finance operations incl Payroll, AP, AR & Treasury. • Formulated and implemented financial and accounting strategies achieving optimal workforce management.• Successfully led IRS audits for three years Achieved tax provision write offs for $18M involving employment tax & transfer pricing.• Led formulation and achievement of a $25M cost reduction plan in 2008 to mitigate recessionary market conditions and maintain profit margins.• Supported regional head in achieving annual budget goals and key matrices.• Ensure compliance of all federal, state corporate & tax regulations and timelines.• Successfully integrated two acquisitions seamlessly with a headcount accretion of over 250 in less than targeted time span and with zero disruptions.• Zero audit comments for over ten successive quarters for all external/internal Audits & SOX compliances.• Achieving DSO reduction by five days through focused collection efforts.• Facilitated seamless upgrading and implementation of PeopleSoft Version 9.

Supervised all finance operations of the telecom software division of Patni Computer Systems Inc. (formerly Cymbal Corporation)• Detailed review and analysis of accounting records for financial advice and preparation of management reports and financial statements.• Ensuring compliance with US GAAP and other statutory compliance for UK, Thailand and India operations.• Implemented transfer pricing model between US, India and UK• Established new AR review processes resulting in DSO reduction from 58 to 30.

Provided complete accounting & financial services to clients:• Advised and set up financial systems for clients after a detailed need based assessment, resulting in 20% increased efficiency and better monitoring.• Monitored payroll and sales tax returns with IRS and other authorities ensuring federal and state regulations compliance and preventing penalties and fines.

Successfully owned and operated the business of distribution of welding consumables and other products. Complete daily management of all activities of the company, planning and strategizing sales & operations towards increasing operational profits

Supervised and overall managed this $15 million company engaged in trading of plastics and related commodities. Operations under direct control included:• Negotiating with bankers and obtained credit lines worth $10 millions.• Finalizing accounts, tax returns, board meeting minutes and other registers.• Liaison with auditors for statutory audit and timely submission.