Hi, I’m
CA Himanshu Panday
Ahmedabad
Summary
Finance leader with 13+ years of experience directing teams of up to 8 finance professionals to drive process automation, streamline month-end close cycle, and deliver standalone and consolidated financial statements as per Ind AS/IFRS/IGAAP compliance. Internal controls and presenting actionable insights to support strategic decision-making and business growth. Skilled in managing audits, streamlining reporting processes, and collaborating across departments to achieve organizational goals. Redesigned the month-end close process introducing automated workflows and advanced reconciliation tools, which reduced close cycle time and enhanced reporting accuracy. Oversaw end-to-end activities, including journal entries, intercompany eliminations, and variance analysis. Managed the Due Diligence Process along with the financial advisors appointed for the same. Monitored the consultant’s progress, ensuring timely delivery of accurate data and addressing any discrepancies or concerns that arose during the process. Implemented and optimized internal controls and SOP’s for key financial processes including Procure-to-Pay, financial statement closure, Treasury & other internal controls processes. Tax Audit, ITR filing and other Direct Tax Compliances including drafting reply for Income tax assessments
Overview
14
years of professional experience
5
Certifications
3
Languages
Work History
World Goods Marketplace Pvt Ltd
Finance Head
05.2025 - 07.2025
Job overview
- Supervising financial transactions – GL Control on monthly basis with preparation of MIS, Cash flow, Budgeting, Reforecasting and Variances.
- Led the preparation and management of the virtual data room for due diligence processes, organizing key financial schedules, contracts, and internal controls documentation.
Blu-Smart Mobility Limited
Senior Manager – Finance & Accounts
04.2023 - 04.2025
Job overview
- Supervised general ledger (GL) control on a monthly and quarterly basis, overseeing accurate posting of financial transactions and performing timely reconciliations. Managed the preparation of MIS reports with performance metrics, variance analysis, and business commentary for senior management review.
- Reviewed standalone and consolidated financial statements on a quarterly and annual basis under Ind AS, coordinating closely with auditors to ensure timely audit completion and clean sign-off.
- Led a team of 5 finance professionals in supporting due diligence process with EY, organizing and uploading required documents and internal control packages into the data room by ensuring accurate, timely delivery of materials to EY consultants, reducing document queries and speeding up the review process.
- Implementation of IFC, RACM and other internal controls process for P2P, Financial reporting and for other internal control processes
- Led coordination for faceless income tax assessments by preparing detailed responses to notices issued by the National e-Assessment Centre (NeAC). Managed timely electronic submission of financial data, liaised with external advisors, and ensured resolution of assessment queries in compliance requirements.
Aeries Technology Group
Manager – Finance
03.2022 - 04.2023
Job overview
- Supervised general ledger (GL) control on a monthly and quarterly basis, overseeing accurate posting of financial transactions and performing timely reconciliations
- Preparation of standalone and consolidated financials on annual basis under Indian GAAP and coordinating with auditors for completion of audits
- Supported external audits conducted under PCAOB standards for the company’s IPO listing, assisting in the preparation and review of financial statements and disclosures in accordance with US GAAP and IFRS, collaborating closely with audit partners to ensure compliance and timely issuance of audit-ready reports.
- Led a cross-functional finance team in implementing ASC 606 / IFRS 15 revenue recognition standards—analyzing contracts, identifying performance obligations, and allocating transaction prices. Ensured compliance under both ASC 606 and IFRS 15, collaborating with auditors to deliver accurate financial disclosures for SEC and regulatory reporting.
- Managed implementation of ASC 842 for operating and finance leases, overseeing contract reviews, classification, ROU asset creation and lease liability calculations. Led coordination with auditors to ensure accurate disclosures and balance-sheet presentation under US GAAP.
- Completion of Vendor Due Diligence process by organizing all documentation into a data room aligned to checklist for consultant access. Coordinated with cross-functional teams (tax, legal, operations, external advisors) to resolve data queries, ensure compliant disclosures, and meet tight diligence deadlines.
- Supervised preparation of 3CD tax audit reports under Section 44AB by ensuring accurate completion and timely submission. Managed quarterly computation of advance tax and deferred tax, including income tax return (ITR) filings, and ensured alignment between tax provisions and financial statements.
DDB Mudra Group
Senior Manager – Finance
12.2012 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Led overall financial operations at DDB Mudra, including accounting, financial reporting, and consolidation of financial statements under Indian GAAP, guiding a team to ensure accurate and timely delivery to senior management
- Led liaison efforts with KPMG statutory auditors, coordinating with management and audit teams to ensure timely submission of all deliverables and efficient resolution of open items, resulting in clean audit closure within scheduled timelines.
- Led implementation of SOX/ICFR-aligned internal controls and SOPs, working closely with internal auditors and department heads to assess risks, document processes, and embed controls into daily operations using the COSO framework.
- Led the monitoring and filings of income tax submissions (advance tax, ITR, and tax audits), engaging directly with Income Tax authorities to represent the company during assessments, resolve queries, and ensure compliance with statutory timelines and regulations.
- Led reconciliation of GSTR-2B input tax credit with internal Purchase Register, implementing a structured review process to identify matched, mismatched, and missing invoices. Coordinated follow-up with vendors to rectify discrepancies and ensure accurate ITC claims in GSTR-3B filings, enhancing compliance and minimizing GST audit risk.
- Managing other direct tax compliances such as Tax planning, Low tax deduction Certificates from Income tax authorities, reconciliation of 26AS vs sales register, SFT filing, TDS returns, ITR filing, Form 15CA filing and 26AS reconciliation with Income.
MBAF Tax Services Pvt Ltd / BDO USA, LLP (Post-Merger)
Audit Staff
11.2011 - 12.2012
Job overview
- Prepared financial statements under US GAAP, including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements, and accompanying disclosures—ensuring alignment with FASB Accounting Standards Codification and audit readiness for external reviews. Coordinated schedules and footnotes to support clean and compliant reporting.
- Led remote audit engagements for clients across multiple industries with a CPA firm, collaborating virtually with client finance teams and lead auditors to complete planning, testing, and deliverables using audit software like IDEA. Ensured high-quality financial reviews, documented audit workpapers, and addressed audit findings in line with US GAAS and internal firm standards.
- Managed trial balance import and audit sampling working papers, using CAATs or Excel tools to import TB data, select samples, and document procedures. Prepared workpapers that detailed objectives, sample methodology, error results, and conclusions with proper cross-referencing and review-ready documentation.
Education
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
C.A
01.2011
Gujarat University
M.Com.
01.2009
Gujarat University
B.Com.
01.2007
Skills
Financial Accounting & Analysis
Certification
Won Employee of the Month Award for:
Targeting assignments
Month End Closing Process/Financial Reporting/MIS/Statutory Audit/Due Diligence/Internal Controls/Tax Audit/Income Tax Assessments
Target Location
Ahmedabad/Mumbai/Bengaluru/Delhi Pune/Gurugram/Noida/Hyderabad
Career Timeline
- Apr’23-Apr’25: Blu-Smart Mobility as Senior Manager – Finance & Accounts
- From Mar’22 to Apr’23: Aeries Technology Group as Manager - Finance
Articleship
- Duration: Aug’07 to Aug’10
- Organisation: J.P.Patel & Co., Ahmedabad
- Designation: Audit Assistant
Timeline
Finance Head
World Goods Marketplace Pvt Ltd
05.2025 - 07.2025
Senior Manager – Finance & Accounts
Blu-Smart Mobility Limited
04.2023 - 04.2025
Manager – Finance
Aeries Technology Group
03.2022 - 04.2023
Senior Manager – Finance
DDB Mudra Group
12.2012 - 03.2022
Audit Staff
MBAF Tax Services Pvt Ltd / BDO USA, LLP (Post-Merger)
11.2011 - 12.2012
Gujarat University
M.Com.
Gujarat University
B.Com.
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
C.A
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