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Debolina Kar

Debolina Kar

Bengaluru

Summary

Results-driven Finance Executive with 24+ years of global experience in finance transformation, automation, governance, and strategic financial leadership across leading financial institutions, including JP Morgan Chase, HSBC, and Bank of America.

Strong stakeholder engagement with C-suite executives, cross geographies and cross-functional teams. Seasoned Executive Director with significant expertise in strategic planning, operational management, and team leadership. Demonstrated ability to drive growth via innovative solutions and proactive leadership style. Strengths include strong interpersonal skills, financial acumen, and commitment to fostering positive organizational culture.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Director Finance (Retail Bank)

JP Morgan Chase
Bengaluru
06.2022 - Current
  • Lead finance transformation initiatives, aligning financial strategies with business objectives to drive operational excellence.
  • Oversee product delivery across retail finance projects, enhancing financial processes through automation and digitalization.
  • Drive cross-functional collaboration across finance, treasury, and product management teams to optimize financial performance.
  • Spearhead data analytics and visualization initiatives for improved financial reporting and strategic decision-making.

Global Programme Lead (Senior Vice President)

HSBC Finance
01.2020 - 03.2022
  • Led the Finance Visualization Program, training 40+ finance professionals as certified citizen developers in digital finance.
  • Designed and implemented finance automation solutions, enhancing financial reporting accuracy and efficiency.
  • Managed global finance change initiatives, partnering with stakeholders to drive process standardization.

Vice President

HSBC Finance
02.2015 - 01.2020
  • Various Leadership Roles in Business Finance, Client Profitability, and Data Management.
  • Led Business Finance Change Delivery (BFCD), aligning finance strategies with global business operations.
  • Developed and managed global client profitability models, supporting key decision-making in banking and markets.
  • Spearheaded data governance and financial analytics, ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory frameworks.

Assistant Vice President

HSBC Finance
06.2010 - 01.2015

HSBC Global Banking and Markets is an emerging markets-led and financing-focused business that provides tailored financial solutions to major government, corporate and institutional clients worldwide. Global Banking and Markets has offices in more than 60 countries and territories.

Leading GB&M MI Reporting teams, size of 80+ members across Regional/Global & Business/product Teams. Business Information Planning and Analysis team is responsible for providing management information for Global Banking and Markets. HSBC MI has rolled out MI Simplification Initiatives and have played a key role in establishing Relationship Management & Analysis Vertical in GFC

Site Controller (Senior Manager)

Bank of America
Hyderabad
09.2005 - 06.2010
  • Managed corporate finance operations, overseeing financial reporting, tax compliance, and statutory requirements.
  • Led internal audit and risk assessment processes, strengthening financial governance and control mechanisms.
  • Implemented FP&A strategies to enhance business planning and forecasting capabilities.

Assistant Manager, Internal & Management Audit

Polar Industries Limited
Kolkata
09.2001 - 06.2004
  • Conducted internal and management audits for multiple units across India, ensuring compliance and process efficiency.
  • Played a key role in the ERP implementation (Oracle-based) for Polar Pharma India Limited.
  • Analyzed business process flows and provided recommendations for optimization and risk mitigation.

Chartered Accountancy Articleship (Internship)

G.P. Agrawal & Co.
Kolkata
01.1997 - 12.2001
  • Gained extensive experience in statutory audits, tax audits, and financial statement preparation for various clients.
  • Assisted in corporate tax filings, regulatory compliance, and audit documentation.
  • Developed expertise in financial risk assessments and internal controls.

Education

Company Secretary (CS) -

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India
Kolkata
01.2003

Chartered Accountant (CA) -

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Kolkata
01.2002

B.Com (Hons) -

Calcutta University
01.1998

Skills

  • Financial management
  • Financial leadership
  • Business intelligence
  • Leadership and people development
  • Process improvements
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Project management
  • Financial analysis
  • Data visualization
  • Change management

Awards

  • Innovation in Finance Analytics Award, HSBC Finance, 2021
  • Best Shared Services Leader Award, Bank of America, 2009

Leadership And Professional Development

  • Future Leaders Program – HSBC Finance
  • GCB4 Development Journey – HSBC Finance
  • LeadershipEdge Trainings – JP Morgan Chase

Attributes

  • Strategic Thinker & Decision Maker
  • Collaborative & Influential Leader
  • Results-Oriented & Data-Driven
  • Passionate About Finance Innovation

Timeline

Executive Director Finance (Retail Bank)

JP Morgan Chase
06.2022 - Current

Global Programme Lead (Senior Vice President)

HSBC Finance
01.2020 - 03.2022

Vice President

HSBC Finance
02.2015 - 01.2020

Assistant Vice President

HSBC Finance
06.2010 - 01.2015

Site Controller (Senior Manager)

Bank of America
09.2005 - 06.2010

Assistant Manager, Internal & Management Audit

Polar Industries Limited
09.2001 - 06.2004

Chartered Accountancy Articleship (Internship)

G.P. Agrawal & Co.
01.1997 - 12.2001

Company Secretary (CS) -

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India

Chartered Accountant (CA) -

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

B.Com (Hons) -

Calcutta University
Debolina Kar