Amit Chandak
Chief Manager Finance
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Summary
Seasoned Finance Professional with over 25 years of proven success driving financial strategy, operational efficiency, and compliance in the automotive and manufacturing sectors.
Currently serving as Chief Manager – Finance at Skoda Auto Volkswagen India, I bring a unique blend of deep domain expertise, cross-functional leadership, and technical know-how in SAP FICO, payroll, taxation, and financial reporting.
Throughout my career, I’ve led high-performing teams, implemented systems that improved process efficiency, and delivered tangible business impact.
Proven track record in Accounts, Taxation, SAP FICO, and Compliance, with a strong focus on team leadership, system automation, and process improvement.
✔️ Unified 3 SAP systems to streamline reporting
✔️ Led AR/AP teams handling multi-crore operations
✔️ Ensured 100% payroll & audit compliance
✔️ Improved cash flow, reduced cycle times, and strengthened controls
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Manager Finance
Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited
03.2007 - Current
- Financial Operations & Process Excellence
- Directed Accounts Receivable & Payable for a multi-brand portfolio, ensuring 100% accuracy and reducing transaction turnaround time significantly.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives, cutting operational expenses across finance functions.
- Negotiated and managed banking relationships.
- Systems, Automation & Digital Transformation
- Led SAP FICO automation & ONE SAP integration across three systems, accelerating financial reporting.
- Migrated to a cloud-based financial management system, improving data accessibility and swiftly enhancing IT overhead.
- Championed advanced analytics & forecasting tools, boosting budget accuracy and improving decision-making speed.
- Budgeting, Forecasting & Strategic Planning
- Managed annual budgets and implemented capital allocation strategies that increased overall profitability.
- Developed an advanced financial forecasting model, improving prediction accuracy and aligning spending with corporate goals.
- Enhanced budget control processes, ensuring cost discipline across multiple departments.
- Compliance, Audit & Risk Management
- Coordinated internal and external audits with zero non-compliance findings over three consecutive years.
- Designed and implemented a risk management framework, significantly reducing financial exposure.
- Maintained full taxation & payroll compliance, ensuring 100% adherence to statutory deadlines.
- Leadership & Team Development
- Led and mentored a high-performing finance team of 10+, building a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
- Directed cross-functional projects to streamline reporting processes, reducing report turnaround time.
Senior Account Officer
Lumax Auto Industries
04.1997 - 02.2007
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom - Business/Commerce, General
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University (BAMU)
01.1997
Skills
Senior Finance & Operations Leader
25 Years Driving Business Performance, Compliance and Growth
Finance & Operations Management Professional Expertise in AR/AP, Budgeting, SAP FICO, Compliance & Business Process Optimization
Main Coordination with claims handling agency, respective brand team & dealers
Overall incentive & claims management for all group brand dealers like Skoda, VW Audi, Porsche, Lamborghini)
Experienced in managing high-volume receivables and payables with end-to-end process ownership
Turning complex accounts operations into seamless, efficient, and compliant financial workflows
Timeline
Chief Manager Finance
Škoda Auto Volkswagen India Private Limited
03.2007 - Current
Senior Account Officer
Lumax Auto Industries
04.1997 - 02.2007
Bachelor of Commerce - BCom - Business/Commerce, General
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University (BAMU)