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K Kesavan

Hyderabad

Summary

  • Seeking a challenging leadership role where I can leverage my expertise in re-engineering, cost optimization and commercial strategy to drive organizational growth and success.
  • Accomplished Finance Leader with a distinguished career spearheading Finance, Planning and Accounts functions for organizations with a multi-product and multi-location professionally managed Indian conglomerate with a turnover of 1.5 billion USD (INR 12,000+ Crs).
  • Experience with leading Finance Accounting Budgeting and Monitoring functions across international divisions.
  • With over 30 years of experience in FP&A, adeptly managed both finance and procurement functions within the seed and chemical division, overseeing a team of 15+ professionals amidst a broader business team of 500+.
  • Proven track record in driving Budgeting, Monitoring, Financial Improvements, Leading Teams and fostering efficiency and process improvement.
  • Overseen the financial operations of multiple international divisions and implemented robust financial processes and systems to improve efficiency, transparency and compliance across the organization.
  • Skilled in strategic financial direction and cultivating a cost-conscious culture.
  • Led the Finance, Accounts and Monitoring Team to foster a turnaround of agri-based business.
  • Led the seamless implementation of all major modules of SAP across three sites, including Vietnam and the Philippines, achieving unprecedented efficiency without parallel legacy running.
  • Played a pivotal role in orchestrating the merger of two companies with the parent entity and successfully navigated the implementation of accounting systems and processes for a Greenfield Chemical division project.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head – Procurement and Commercial Service

Shriram Bioseed Genetics
Hyderabad
01.2021 - Current
  • Spearheaded procurement of goods and services valued at ₹200 crore for the organization, optimizing cost savings and achieving supply chain efficiency.
  • Ensured compliance with all relevant laws, regulations and industry standards for a real estate portfolio valued at ₹60 crores.
  • Spearheaded cross-functional teams responsible for selecting, negotiating with and managing vendors to support the organization's strategic objectives.
  • Managed the legal operations team responsible for ensuring efficient and effective legal support across the division.
  • Spearheaded the implementation of Complicity, a comprehensive compliance monitoring software to streamline the organization's regulatory compliance efforts.
  • Managed vendor relationships and performance, including setting key performance indicators (KPIs), conducting regular reviews and addressing any issues or concerns.
  • Developed and led the implementation of strategic procurement initiatives to drive cost savings and operational efficiency across the organization.
  • Streamlined vendor management processes, resulting in improved supplier performance, reduced risks and increased cost savings.
  • Served as a strategic leader and mentor to procurement teams, driving performance excellence and continuous improvement.
  • Reported directly to senior management on procurement performance and strategic plans.

Head – Finance and Accounts

Shriram Bioseed Genetics
Hyderabad
01.2006 - 01.2021
  • Directed the Finance and Accounts function of the Seeds division, a ₹500+ Crores INR business, since 2006 including directing the F&A function of the divisions in Vietnam, Indonesia, Thailand and the Philippines and implementing innovative cost reduction strategies and financial restructuring to optimize profitability.
  • Orchestrated the successful revival of a business amidst external pressures, increasing business turnover ₹450+ Crores with ₹50+ Crores profit within a short span by employing strategic re-engineering and cost optimization strategies.
  • Led multiple ERP implementations across various business ventures, overseeing upgrades enhancing operational efficiency and leveraging technology for sustainable growth.
  • Conducted comprehensive risk assessments to identify, analyze and prioritize potential risks associated with the organization's insurance policies.
  • Handled the entire portfolio of Insurance including streamlining of all the policies involving Marine, Stock, Fixed Assets and Employees’ related health insurance policies.
  • Facilitated the seamless merger of the company with its parent entity, showcasing strong leadership and negotiation abilities to align organizational objectives and maximize synergies.
  • Overseen international SAP implementation projects in Vietnam and the Philippines, driving standardization and efficiency across diverse geographical regions.
  • Successfully pioneered a bold, 'big bang' approach to the organization's SAP ERP system deployment, departing from the more common phased rollout model with legacy running.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in managing audits conducted by PWC, Deloitte, EY and GT, ensuring compliance and fostering trust through transparent financial practices.

Head – Finance, Accounts, Planning & Monitoring

Shriram Alkali and Chemcials
Gujarat
01.1995 - 01.2006
  • Directed the Finance and Accounts function of the Chloralkali division, a ₹200+ Crores INR business between 1995 to 2006, including directing the F&A function and implementing innovative cost reduction strategies and financial restructuring to optimize profitability.
  • Played a pivotal role in F&A functions of a Greenfield implementation of a Chloralkali Plant project valued at ₹500 Crores, successfully completed within a record time of 18 months in 1996.
  • Played a vital role in pioneering an innovative ECU method of costing/management information (MI) in the Chloralkali industry, establishing it as an industry standard.

Head – Finance and Accounts

Shriram Aqua Foods
Tamil Nadu
01.1994 - 01.1995

Education

Associate Chartered Accountant -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
01.1992

Cost and Management Accountant -

Institute of Cost Accountants of India
01.1990

B Com -

St. Joseph College, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
01.1986

Skills

  • Strategic Planning
  • Business Transformation
  • Financial Planning & Analysis
  • ERP Implementation
  • Commercial Strategy
  • Financial Management
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Audit Management
  • Project Management
  • Re-engineering Cost Optimization

Certification

  • Participated in a month long 3TP - IIM, Ahmedabad - 2004
  • Participated in Role of CFO; Integrating Strategy and Finance - ISB, Hyderabad - 2015
  • Participated in Leadership Effectiveness program - IIM Bengaluru - 2019
  • Attended IFRS online course - GT - 2023
  • Attended GST course - ICAI CoE, Hyderabad - 2024

Timeline

Head – Procurement and Commercial Service

Shriram Bioseed Genetics
01.2021 - Current

Head – Finance and Accounts

Shriram Bioseed Genetics
01.2006 - 01.2021

Head – Finance, Accounts, Planning & Monitoring

Shriram Alkali and Chemcials
01.1995 - 01.2006

Head – Finance and Accounts

Shriram Aqua Foods
01.1994 - 01.1995

Associate Chartered Accountant -

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Cost and Management Accountant -

Institute of Cost Accountants of India

B Com -

St. Joseph College, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
  • Participated in a month long 3TP - IIM, Ahmedabad - 2004
  • Participated in Role of CFO; Integrating Strategy and Finance - ISB, Hyderabad - 2015
  • Participated in Leadership Effectiveness program - IIM Bengaluru - 2019
  • Attended IFRS online course - GT - 2023
  • Attended GST course - ICAI CoE, Hyderabad - 2024
K Kesavan