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Transformational Leader With 21+ Years Of Experience Integrating Finance, Administration, Compliances And People Strategy To Accelerate Growth, Optimize Performance, And Build Scalable Organizations.

About

Transformational Leader With 21+ Years Of Experience Integrating Finance, Administration, Compliances And People Strategy To Accelerate Growth, Optimize Performance, And Build Scalable Organizations. As a strategic partner to the CEO and senior leadership, I align people strategy with business priorities to enable sustainable growth, strong leadership pipelines, and high-performance cultures. Energetic, reliable and adaptable with a positive attitude, strong work ethic and always hungry to learn and grow professionally and personally. Always treat people with respect and according to their individual needs. Understand the importance of the role of the Finance, Human Resources function/department and always committed to working in an efficient and effective manner.

Location

Mumbai Metropolitan Region

Work experience

Head of Human Resources, Administration & Finance at igrenEnergi, Inc., Jan 2015 - Present · 11 yrs 5 mos, Mumbai Metropolitan Region, · Partnered closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to drive fundraising initiatives of $7M, supporting due diligence, compliance, and audit readiness. · Led the annual budgeting and financial planning process (~$1.5M), achieving 15% cost reduction through strategic vendor negotiations and cost optimization. · Spearheaded organizational restructuring initiatives, including post-acquisition integration, optimizing workforce allocation and reducing HR overhead by 20%, resulting in improved operating margins. · Implemented strategic cost-control measures, delivering 15% reduction in overall operational costs while maintaining business efficiency. · Redesigned and streamlined payroll processes for 50+ employees, achieving 99% accuracy and reducing processing timelines by 30%. · Introduced and implemented a revamped performance management system, leading to a 15% increase in employee satisfaction and 10% improvement in retention rates. · Strengthened employee engagement initiatives, resulting in a 20% improvement in engagement scores and fostering a high-performance culture. · Played a key role in cash flow optimization and financial discipline, enhancing overall business sustainability and profitability. · Achieved an average employee tenure of 7.2 years, significantly above industry benchmarks for startups, demonstrating strong retention and people management practices. · Provided strategic leadership across HR, Finance, Compliance, and Operations, aligning business objectives with organizational growth.

Manager - HR at TimesofMoney Limited, Oct 2012 - Nov 2014 · 2 yrs 2 mos, Mumbai Metropolitan Region, · Led end-to-end HR operations, streamlining onboarding, documentation, and employee lifecycle management for improved efficiency and employee experience for 500+ employees · Ensured full statutory compliance across PF, ESIC, PT, and Gratuity, strengthening governance and minimizing compliance risks for 500+ employees. · Managed employee benefits programs, including insurance and claims, enhancing employee satisfaction and support systems.for 500+ employees · Acted as a key HR partner, resolving employee queries on payroll, attendance, and policies, improving transparency and engagement. · Drove employee engagement and internal communication initiatives, fostering a positive and aligned workplace culture. · Strategically reduced administrative expenses by 10% by establishing efficient systems and process controls, without compromising service quality or operational effectiveness. · Partnered in successfully setting up new office in Lower Parel Kamala Mills Compound Times Tower for 20,000 sq fts for 200 employees for TOM, ensuring end-to-end execution including infrastructure planning, vendor management, and operational readiness. · Partnered in successfully setting up new office in Airoli for 40,000 sq ft for 500 employees delivering the project within a budget of approximately INR 3 crore, while meeting all infrastructure and operational requirements.

Manager-HR & Admin at TimesofMoney Ltd (Times Group Company), Jul 2007 - Oct 2012 · 5 yrs 4 mos, Mumbai

Senior Officer HR & Admin at Future Focus Infotech, Oct 2006 - Jun 2007 · 9 mos

Executive at HERO Mindmine, Jun 2004 - Oct 2006 · 2 yrs 5 mos

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Human Resources Development, Welingkar Institute of Management

B.Com, Accountants, SVKM's Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS)