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Mumbai, Mh, In

Optimize financial management across five business units through disciplined planning and efficient cash flow oversight. Conduct thorough financial reviews, contributing to improved profitability and ROCE as a strategic partner in organizational transformation. Achieve cost savings exceeding Rs. 2Mn, impacting increased profitability. Maintain a comprehensive MIS dashboard for SBU financial performance evaluations. Implement SOPs at the 5 SBU’s for a minimum 20% overall efficiency improvement. Execute a central purchasing model, yielding Rs.1.5Mn savings in four months. Strengthen banking relationships by 20-25%, mitigate risks, and collaborate with the CEO for operational efficiency. Establish credit lines, reduce FOREX charges, and optimize fund management. Formulate cost management strategies, including central purchasing and strict monitoring of metrics. Introduce SOPs for productivity, internal controls, and financial automation. Oversee Audits, participate in Board Meetings, manage tax matters, and lead budgeting and forecasting processes. Provide leadership for the finance team's organization, development, and motivation.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Provided CFO services to startups, MSMEs, and SMEs, ensuring scalable growth through financial, business, and strategic support. Secured Rs. 40Mn in funds, crafted Business Plans and facilitated financial restructuring for increased profitability. Assisted in the preparation of a pitch deck for fundraising. Conducted comprehensive financial analyses, implemented cost-effective solutions, and ensured compliance. Aligned financial strategies with business objectives, guided successful finance setup for startups, and drove technology adoption for enhanced decision-making. Offered tailored training programs, implementing internal controls and risk management frameworks for financial integrity.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Managed group-wide Financial Planning for the holding company and subsidiaries, overseeing monthly financial reporting, cash flow, and working capital. Ensured statutory compliance, handled taxation matters, and implemented a robust IT system for a minimum 15% increase in financial efficiency. Monitored strategic business plans, provided leadership to the finance team, and cultivated relationships with senior management, Private Equity investors, and external partners. Supported strategy development, collaborated with the CEO, and drove initiatives for cost optimization, risk management, and alignment of financial strategies with overall business objectives.

Mumbai Area, India

Led financial performance analysis across seven hotels in West India, implementing corporate and divisional finance and information systems policies. Contributed a 300 – 500 basis points addition to the bottom line and managed recruitment, development, and HR actions for hotel finance and information systems personnel. Reviewed re-forecasting reporting, prepared monthly area commentary, and led business plan preparation/review. Implemented measures for a minimum 10% overall cost savings through enhanced procurement procedures, elevated the risk matrix, and achieved at least 5% savings through optimized bank and deposit relationships. Established insurance agreements, ensured Management Agreement compliance, and coordinated Management Operations Review. Managed accounts receivable, blacklisted, and addressed audit comments, assessed accounting policies, monitored Budgeting & Forecasting, optimized bank relationships, and advised on financial and legal aspects of contracts. Evaluated the finance department structure and team plan for continual improvement, fostering efficiency, and supporting individual professional and personal growth.

India

Various mid-level & leadership finance roles across corporate & operations

India

This role was reporting to the Vice President of Internal audit