Ashish Saxena
Pune
Summary
Strategic finance executive and Chartered Accountant with over 20 years of leadership experience in controllership, taxation, financial management and global business strategy. Trusted advisor to boards and executive leadership, with a proven record of steering IPOs, mergers & acquisitions, and large-scale business transformations. Adept at building finance functions from the ground up, implementing IFRS/US GAAP/IND AS standards, and establishing strong governance frameworks across international geographies. Renowned for driving shareholder value through financial discipline, risk management, and strategic planning while leading high-performing, multicultural teams.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounting Manager/ Financial Controller (role of DCFO)
Maersk Pune
07.2019 - Current
- · Lead Accounting, Controllership, Taxation, Treasury & Financial Planning for 50+ global entities across UK, Europe, Africa, WCA and India.
- · Ensure compliance with IFRS, US GAAP, IND AS and local GAAPs, overseeing revenue recognition (IFRS 15, ASC 606), leasing (IFRS 16, IND AS 116), and consolidated group reporting.
- · Directed multi-jurisdictional taxation (India, US, UK, Europe, Nordics), including validations for corporate, partnership & social security taxes.
- · Established the Tax Operating Centre of Excellence in India, improving compliance and efficiency across geographies.
- · Spearheaded Group, Statutory, Internal & Tax audits, ensuring timely completion and strong governance.
- · Led annual budgeting, ROFO forecasting & variance analysis, providing corrective strategies to leadership.
- · Partner with global executives to deliver finance transformation, automation, and risk management initiatives.
Manager Finance & Accounts- Statutory Manager (Controllership and Taxation) role of Deputy controller Southy East Asia
Mastercard Technology, Pune
03.2017 - 07.2019
- Directed financial reporting & consolidation for 11 entities across South-East Asia under US GAAP, IFRS, IND AS and SOX compliance.
- Owned end-to-end RTR, OTC & STP processes with full P&L responsibility.
- Managed direct & indirect taxation, transfer pricing audits, FATCA compliance and fund taxation across India, US, UK and Europe.
- Partnered with business leaders on strategic FP&A, budgeting & variance analysis, driving performance improvements.
- Implemented finance automation for statutory reporting and compliance processes, reducing reporting timelines significantly.
Manager Finance and Accounts (role of Head of Accounts, Financial Planning and Taxation)
Trimble Mobility Solutions, Pune
04.2014 - 10.2015
- Headed Accounts & Taxation Finance, for India & US entities, driving compliance with IFRS, US GAAP & IND AS.
- Directed fund taxation & FATCA filings, ensuring alignment with global standards.
- Spearheaded ERP implementations (Oracle, NetSuite, Hyperion) and system-driven MIS reporting.
- Led budgeting, forecasting & performance reporting, providing insights for long-term planning.
DCFO & Deputy head of taxation
GTL Limited, Pune
10.2009 - 04.2014
- Directed financial governance & business reviews Pan-India, enhancing profitability and sustainability.
- Managed audits, taxation & financial reporting (IFRS, IND AS) across multiple entities.
- Delivered working capital optimization and cost reduction initiatives, strengthening financial health.
- Partnered with leadership on M&A support and restructuring activities.
- Participated and winning High Value tenders for the company
Executive Manager Finance & Accounts (Equivalent to AGM)- Finance Controller
Cummins India, Pune
04.2008 - 10.2009
- Led financial controllership and MIS for manufacturing operations. Worked in Post Mergers setting up global processes in new entities.
Deputy Manager Accounts
Meta Copper and Alloys, Goa
01.2007 - 04.2008
- Oversaw accounting, costing and statutory compliance. Worked in 4 Mergers and Acquisitions.
Assistant Accountant
Jaiprakash Cements, Rewa (M.P.)
02.2006 - 08.2006
- Managed accounts finalization & tax compliance. Worked in IPO for Jaiprakash Hydro.
Accounts Officer
Aravali Engineering Pvt. Ltd., Kota
08.2003 - 01.2006
- Directed financial reporting, Sales Accounting, Costing, payroll and compliance.
Education
CA -
ICAI
01.2006
M.Com. - Accounting & Finance
College, University
01.2002
B.Com. - undefined
College, University
01.2000
Skills
- Strategic & Financial Leadership Business Transformation
- Financial Planning, Budgeting & Performance Management
- Global Accounting & Reporting (IFRS, US GAAP, IND AS)
- International Taxation & Regulatory Compliance (India, US, UK, Europe, Middle East)
- Mergers, Acquisitions & Corporate Restructuring
- IPO / FPO Strategy, Execution & Governance
- Risk Management, Internal Controls & Audit Oversight
- ERP & Finance Systems Implementation (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, IFS, SAGE)
- Automation & Data Analytics (Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx)
- High-Performance Team Leadership & Capability Building
Certification
- Pursuing CPA
- Completed Lean, Six Sigma
- Completed Online IFRS Course in 2013
- Trained in Ind AS, US GAAP, US Taxation, UK and Europe taxation, Indian Taxation including GST, Income tax.
- Data Power BI and Tableau.
Languages known
English, Hindi, and Marathi
Timeline
Accounting Manager/ Financial Controller (role of DCFO)
Maersk Pune
07.2019 - Current
Manager Finance & Accounts- Statutory Manager (Controllership and Taxation) role of Deputy controller Southy East Asia
Mastercard Technology, Pune
03.2017 - 07.2019
Manager Finance and Accounts (role of Head of Accounts, Financial Planning and Taxation)
Trimble Mobility Solutions, Pune
04.2014 - 10.2015
DCFO & Deputy head of taxation
GTL Limited, Pune
10.2009 - 04.2014
Executive Manager Finance & Accounts (Equivalent to AGM)- Finance Controller
Cummins India, Pune
04.2008 - 10.2009
Deputy Manager Accounts
Meta Copper and Alloys, Goa
01.2007 - 04.2008
Assistant Accountant
Jaiprakash Cements, Rewa (M.P.)
02.2006 - 08.2006
Accounts Officer
Aravali Engineering Pvt. Ltd., Kota
08.2003 - 01.2006
M.Com. - Accounting & Finance
College, University
B.Com. - undefined
College, University
CA -
ICAI
Articleship
- Firm: M. Patni & Associates, Kota
- Period: Aug’00 – Aug’03.
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