Medha Kant Choudhary
Chennai
Summary
Accomplished Senior Finance Manager with 17+ years of diversified experience across business segments and proven track record at Caterpillar, adept in investment analysis and fostering stakeholder relations. Spearheaded financial restructuring, enhancing operational efficiency. Renowned for strategic leadership and mentoring, driving business intelligence and financial integrity across global teams.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Finance Manager (Factory Finance Head)
Caterpillar India Pvt Ltd
10.2023 - Current
- Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
- Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
- Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
- Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
- Collaborated with C-level executives and stakeholders to develop long-term financial plans.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Collaboration with Auditors, Regulatory Authorities and External Agencies on Compliance
Head of Finance (Global Assignment)
PT Caterpillar Indonesia Batam
07.2019 - 06.2024
- Assisted with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new department employees.
- Reduced process discrepancies through measured implementation of performance reporting and data systems.
- Enhanced internal control systems and procedures to mitigate risk and support opportunities.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
- Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
- Assisted in Business Acquisitions and Advance Pricing Agreement with Revenue Authority
- Representation before Tax Authorities and Government offices
Senior Accounting Manager
Caterpillar India Pvt Ltd (Shared Service Centre)
08.2010 - 06.2019
- Contributed to hiring, training and development of accounting teams.
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Developed and implemented various procedures to improve accounting process.
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve accurate and prompt financial reporting.
- Managed Month Closing legal entity accounting, US GAAP Audit, SOX Compliance and Factory leadership support for India, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Australia, Korea and China.
- Asia lead for Financial system transformation for aftermarket business (replacing legacy systems with SAP)
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
Assistant Manager - Internal Control
Valvoline Cummins Limited
08.2008 - 07.2010
- Prime responsibility was to update all process documents and lead SOX Control Implementation at the company with help of a Big4 consulting firm
- Coordination of regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Performed Enterprise Risk Management
- Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
Education
PG in Business Analytics -
Illinois Institute of Technology (Greatlakes)
Chennai, India01-2015
Chartered Accountant -
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
New Delhi, India01-2007
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
C M College
Darbhanga, India01-2003
Skills
- Cost control
- Stakeholder relations
- Internal controls
- Investment analysis
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Cash flow management
- GAAP
- Financial budgeting
- Regulatory compliance
- Mentoring and training
- Financial audits
Timeline
Senior Finance Manager (Factory Finance Head)
Caterpillar India Pvt Ltd
10.2023 - Current
Head of Finance (Global Assignment)
PT Caterpillar Indonesia Batam
07.2019 - 06.2024
Senior Accounting Manager
Caterpillar India Pvt Ltd (Shared Service Centre)
08.2010 - 06.2019
Assistant Manager - Internal Control
Valvoline Cummins Limited
08.2008 - 07.2010
PG in Business Analytics -
Illinois Institute of Technology (Greatlakes)
Chartered Accountant -
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
C M College
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