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Senior Finance Leader | Strategic FP&A · Financial Governance · Business Partnering | India · Africa · Asia Pacific | US-CMA-Aspirant

About

Finance is not a back-office function. It is the lens through which every strategic decision should be made. That belief has shaped my 10+ year journey across retail, manufacturing, and professional services — spanning India, Ghana, and the Philippines. As a Senior Finance Leader, I partner with business heads and leadership teams to translate financial complexity into clarity — and clarity into decisive action. My areas of depth: ▪ Financial Planning & Analysis — building FP&A frameworks that give leadership real-time visibility into performance, risk, and opportunity ▪ Financial Governance & Controls — designing internal control structures that protect business integrity at scale ▪ Multi-Jurisdiction Compliance — managing tax and regulatory frameworks across India (GST, TDS, Income Tax), Ghana (VAT, PAYE, SSNIT), and the Philippines ▪ Treasury & Cash Flow Management — overseeing multi-currency operations and liquidity planning for operational resilience Selected impact across my career: → Reduced late payments by 30% through systematic cash flow forecasting at a Ghana-based manufacturing company → Recovered PHP 2.5 million in inventory value through compliance auditing of e-commerce operations in the Philippines → Reduced compliance processing time by 40% for a logistics-focused tax advisory portfolio in India → Managed $1.3 million in quarterly treasury transactions with zero reconciliation discrepancies → Led 9 internal audits across jurisdictions with a zero-penalty record → Reduced month-end close cycle by 45% through process redesign and system standardisation. I am currently pursuing the US-CMA certification to further sharpen my global financial management acumen —building on a foundation of B.Com (Accounting & Economics) and PGDCA. I work at the intersection of financial rigour and strategic ambition. If you are building a finance function that does more than compliance — I would welcome a conversation. 📍 Gurugram, Haryana | Open to Senior Finance Leadership opportunities across India

Location

Gurugram

Work experience

Head of Accounts at Meena Bazaar, Jun 2025 - Present · 1 yr, Gurugram, Haryana, India, Leading the end-to-end finance function for a multi-outlet retail chain, with accountability spanning financial strategy, compliance, and operational finance governance. Architect financial reporting frameworks that translate outlet-level performance into strategic insights for leadership Integrate inventory control systems with financial planning to drive measurable improvements in working capital efficiency Lead the automation of MIS infrastructure, reducing manual reporting dependency and enhancing data integrity across the organisation Oversee internal audit function, identifying governance gaps and instituting corrective controls to strengthen risk posture Ensure full regulatory compliance across GST, VAT, TDS, and Income Tax obligations for all business units Direct product costing analysis to inform pricing strategy and protect margin health in a competitive retail environment

Accounting Manager at Polyprime Industries Limited, Jun 2024 - May 2025 · 1 yr, Ghana, Held full financial management accountability for a manufacturing operation in West Africa, navigating complex regulatory requirements and multi-currency treasury operations. Spearheaded budgeting, forecasting, and statutory financial reporting in alignment with Ghana's accounting and regulatory standards Delivered 100% on-time tax compliance across Ghana's VAT, PAYE, SSNIT, Withholding Tax, and Corporate Income Tax frameworks Improved cash flow forecasting precision, reducing late payment incidence by 30% — directly strengthening supplier relationships and operational continuity Directed multi-currency treasury operations including reconciliations and cross-border supplier payment logistics Streamlined year-end inventory audit processes, improving accuracy and significantly enhancing audit readiness

Finance Manager at Sunrays Inc., Dec 2022 - Apr 2024 · 1 yr 5 mos, Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines, Directed financial strategy and planning for a Philippines-based e-commerce operation, bringing discipline to a high-velocity commercial environment. Designed and led financial planning processes aligned with company growth objectives and risk parameters Built financial models that provided executive leadership with forward-looking decision support across investment and expansion scenarios Recovered PHP 2.5 million in inventory value through rigorous compliance auditing of Lazada marketplace operations — demonstrating the financial impact of robust governance Reduced data discrepancies by 25% through systemic improvements to documentation and reconciliation workflows Oversaw cash flow management to ensure liquidity and operational stability throughout business cycles

Senior Tax Analyst at M L WATWANI & SONS, Sep 2018 - Nov 2022 · 4 yrs 3 mos, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India, Reduced compliance processing time by 40% through redesign of GST, TDS, and Income Tax workflows — without compromising regulatory accuracy or client deliverable quality Provided high-value tax planning advisory, enabling clients to optimise credit positions and manage liability exposure effectively Conducted tax audits and regulatory compliance reviews, safeguarding clients against financial and reputational risk Developed client-facing financial analysis and tax obligation frameworks that improved understanding and long-term compliance behaviour

Senior Accountant at Laddha GD & Co., Apr 2017 - Aug 2018 · 1 yr 5 mos, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India, Delivered comprehensive accounting, taxation, and audit services within a reputed CA firm, building the technical foundation that underpins a decade of progressive finance leadership. Directed strategic tax planning for high-value clients — achieving compliant tax efficiency with zero penalties across the portfolio Reduced month-end close cycle by 45% through financial system redesign and process standardisation Reduced reporting cycles by 40% through systematic reconciliation improvements Managed end-to-end GST and TDS operations maintaining full statutory compliance for a diverse client base

Education

PGDCA, Computer Software and Media Applications, Makhanlal Chaturvedi National University of Journalism and Communication, Bhopal

Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Accounting and Finance, Jiwaji University