Reviewed and strengthened the overall Financial and Statutory Reporting under IndAS for the standalone Indian operations as well as consolidated operations, including overseas subsidiaries. Significantly enhanced the quality and timeliness of financial and management reporting, which led to reduced reporting cycles. Key challenges in integrating the operating results of the multi-dimensional divisions within the Company handled effectively. Effected qualitative improvements in respect of operational and financial parameters used for reporting to the Management and Board.Focussed review of working capital items and balance sheet management resulting in cost control / savings.Successfully handled statutory audits for FYs 19-20 and 20-21 end-to-end through ‘Work from Home’ during the pandemic induced lockdown situations, which resulted in alignment with Board mandated timelines and consequent acknowledgement from Board as well as Statutory Auditors.Active contribution in cross functional activities focused on cost control, cost optimisation, purchase and other process improvements, avenues for revenue generation etc.,

Held multiple senior roles in the Financial Services major - Equitas Group, including CFO position in the Holding Company of the Group - Equitas Holdings Limited, post its listing. Handled the Financial and Statutory Reporting of three entities in the Group at various points in time.Implemented monthly and quarterly financial and management reporting processes resulting in a more timely, accurate and detailed reporting package for use by the Executive Management and Board of Directors in the strategic management of the Group. Active engagement in the IPO for EHL through the book building process in 2016.Driven the Investor relations function and made steady improvements in contents, style and presentation of quarterly investor decksPlayed a pivotal role in the transition of Equitas from an NBFC to Bank, including carrying out impact assessment on Bank conversion with respect to accounting policy changes. Initiated major review and revamp on control and reporting of Non-Performing Assets [key area for both the NBFC and Bank] with focussed and timely reporting.Setting up of Risk Control Matrices [RCMs] for various operational and financial processes directed towards ensuring internal control over financial reporting.

Led the Finance function along with oversight role on the Company Secretarial function in a listed set-up.Product profitability reports were brought out in a structured manner. Quarterly presentations to Board coordinated with the senior leadership team and made quantum leap in the structure and quality of presentationBank consortium arrangements strengthened by interface with member banks, immediately after quarterly results were announced. Forex cover management streamlined with proper basis and controls

Spearheaded the business financial reporting of the Company.Streamlined the working capital requirements with particular emphasis on reigning in tight control on accounts payable area, which, prior to my joining, was in a state of flux. Ensured appropriate internal controls were put in place in respect of inventory management to bring better discipline in the operating plant

Directed and coordinated the Finance function with focus on bringing a formal structure to the financial reporting. Rebuilt the finance function, implemented formal budgeting, forecasting and reporting systems to measure and communicate performance results internally to the Board of Directors. Played a key role in financial and legal due diligence process for the Company’s proposed fund raise with Private Equity investors. Optimised working capital limits with banks during the then prevailing tight liquidity situation. Achieved cost savings by exercising strict cost controls on operational front

Controlled the Finance function of two unincorporated joint ventures [CB/OS-2 and RJ-ON-90/1] with functional reporting to Head – Finance and administrative reporting to Asset Heads of these JVs. Undertook responsibility as Finance Lead for the SAP Implementation project for Cairn India.Had good working relationships with key external stakeholders, including ONGC, DGH [an arm of MoPNG], JV Parties etc., and paved the way for approvals of work programs and budgets on mission critical basis. Awarded ‘Impact Bonus’ for obtaining approval from DGH with respect to admissibility of disallowed Budget to the extent of US$ 40 Million disputed by the Authority. Spearheaded the successful design and implementation of SAP as Finance Lead on the project. The implementation covered 3 key Modules: FI [Finance], CO [Controlling] and JVA [Joint Venture Accounting] across Cairn Group. The execution from ‘kick-off’ to ‘go-live’ was accomplished in a short span of 9 months.SAP implementation resulted in streamlined books closing process resulting in reduced monthly reporting cycle

Led the Finance and Accounting function for one of the Subsidiaries of Sify viz., Satyam Webexchange Limited and also responsible for the US GAAP Consolidation of Sify.Played a key role in the fund raise exercise by involving in business valuation of the various B2B portals and dealt with prospective Investors including UTI

Overseen the setting up and running of the Finance and Administration function of the then newly set-up Chennai Facility of the Company.Played a key role as the Finance lead in the IPO through the Book Building process. We were among the 5th Company in India to complete the Book Build IPO in Year 2000. The IPO was well received in the market. Was also recognised internally for the stellar team performanceThe Fixed Assets capitalisation of the facility was handled in a diligent manner. Played a key role as the Finance lead in the IPO through the Book Building process

Involved in the Business Development and Management of Lease and Hire Purchase [HP] Finance across Tamil Nadu.Brought proper structure to, and improved contents of, the Proposal Notes placed for Management approval, using my skills as an astute Finance professional. Used my strong persuasive skills to ensure collections from overdue customers along with overdue interest.

Handled the Sales Accounting, MIS and Treasury functions at the Computer Hardware Manufacturing unit of the Company at Mysore.Made effective contributions to Statutory Audit completion even in my first year of exposure to a corporate set-up. Contributed to cost savings by negotiation of discounts from vendors for payments made prior to agreed credit period