DEVENDER BATRA
Chief Finance Controller
Summary
Dynamic finance professional with a proven track record in driving financial strategy and enhancing operational efficiency. Expertise in optimizing financial processes while ensuring strict compliance with industry regulations. A strong advocate for collaborative teamwork, consistently delivering impactful results through exceptional analytical and leadership capabilities. Committed to fostering innovation and continuous improvement within financial operations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
2002
2002
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages
Work History
Chief Finance Controller
CHIC Sarlu - Somika Group
11.2019 - 06.2025
- Spearheaded strategic financial planning, establishing objectives and crafting systems to bolster internal controls and fiscal stability.
- Formulated dynamic operational strategies to drive rapid growth, aligning with organizational goals and conducting regular performance reviews.
- Oversaw the preparation of comprehensive financial reports, assessing viability and forecasting cash flow to identify growth opportunities.
- Assured adherence to key accounting standards, including IFRS and local GAAP, while enforcing Corporate Governance and Compliance protocols.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining and automating data processing tasks.
- Streamlined accounts payable and receivable processes for improved efficiency, resulting in reduced outstanding debts and increased cash flow availability.
Manager Finance & Accounts
Graphic Systems
05.2013 - 10.2019
- Streamlined financial closing processes, ensuring timely delivery of accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
- Developed comprehensive weekly and monthly management reports highlighting cost-benefit, productivity, inventory efficiency, and cost variance insights.
- Led financial strategy, setting objectives and crafting robust financial frameworks to strengthen internal controls.
- Formulated and revised operational strategies to drive accelerated growth, aligning with both immediate and long-term organizational goals.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
Financial Controller
Kaefer Engineering Limited
09.2008 - 04.2013
- Led finance functions & set goals
- Designed systems for fiscal control
- Crafted strategies for rapid growth
- Analyzed reports for financial health
Management Accountant
Omasco - Al Futtaim Group
08.2005 - 08.2008
- Executed financial closure schedules
- Analyzed costs, productivity & inventory
- Led finance with strategic objectives
- Crafted strategies for growth targets
Asst. Manager Accounts
Piccadilly Hotels
05.2001 - 07.2005
- Executed timely financial closures
- Presented cost & productivity reports
- Led finance with robust controls
- Crafted strategies for growth targets
Education
Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
05-2002
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
SGGSCC, Delhi University
Skills
Financial Analysis & Reporting
Certification
SAP- FICO, Bangalore, India / May 2024
Timeline
Chief Finance Controller
CHIC Sarlu - Somika Group
11.2019 - 06.2025
Manager Finance & Accounts
Graphic Systems
05.2013 - 10.2019
Financial Controller
Kaefer Engineering Limited
09.2008 - 04.2013
Management Accountant
Omasco - Al Futtaim Group
08.2005 - 08.2008
Asst. Manager Accounts
Piccadilly Hotels
05.2001 - 07.2005
Bachelor of Commerce - undefined
SGGSCC, Delhi University
Chartered Accountant -
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
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