Pankaj Deshmukh, CA, CS
Pune
Summary
Professional with 15 years of post-qualification experience across various industries including NBFC- Fintech, IT & ITES & Manufacturing sector.
Leading Accounts and finance as Vice President in Poonawalla Fincorp.
Resourceful vice president with several years of results-oriented experience in various industries. Versatile leader recognized for driving results in collaborative, inclusive manner.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Vice President - Finance and Accounts
Poonawalla Fincorp Limited
Pune
11.2019 - Current
- In my current role at PFL, I supervise the entire spectrum of accounts and finance, including direct and indirect taxation and reporting.
- Formulated policies that improved various process efficiencies and TATs.
- Root cause analysis and problem solver by various discussions in an inclusive manner.
- Guiding team of AP, AR, GL, banking reconciliations, and procurement.
- Define roles and responsibilities of the team.
- Key stakeholder in the transition of Magma group to Poonawalla during the acquisition and involved in the turnaround of Magma group.
- Automate finance as a function by closely working with the IT team for managing various finance projects, ensuring proper requirements, UATs and closure.
Regional Controller- India
Optiva India Technologies Private Limited
Pune
06.2016 - 11.2019
- India Controller ( Finance, HR, Admin)
- Closing books of accounts as per Indian GAAP in NetSuite ERP, GL substantiation.
- Close dealing with MCA on various compliances, such as STK notices, DPT3, MSME returns, etc.
- Dealing with govt. authorities of SEZ.
- Received an appreciation letter from the management for managing India compliance.
- Conducted extensive audit reviews of existing processes, procedures and internal controls.
Deputy Manager- Accounts and Finance
Crest Premedia Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Pune
07.2013 - 06.2016
- Finalization of accounts for India entity: Responsible for monthly/yearly finalization in SAP.
- Single spoc for liaisoning with statutory auditors and group auditors, providing necessary details and schedules.
- SAP ERP implementation: Actively involved in atomization of reports into SAP. Closely working with SAP functional/development team.
- Special Economic Zone & Software Technology Parks of India compliance's: Filling monthly, as well as yearly, performance reports with SEZ authorities.
Assistant Manager- Accounts
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Limited
Pune
04.2012 - 02.2013
- Preparation of financial statements for a public limited entity and Accounting in SAP R3
- Handling accounting issues of foreign subsidiaries, interaction with auditors of such entities.
- Financials for foreign subsidiaries, i.e., Dubai, Nigeria, and South Africa entities.
- Coordinated with other departments
Audit Executive
Sudik K Pareskh&Co.,Pune
Pune
1 2011 - 3 2012
- Assisting seniors in the audit of listed and unlisted entities.
Audit Intern
Joshi & Kulkarni, CA's
Pune
04.2006 - 03.2009
- Articleship Experience
- Compiled documentation needed for completion of audits.
Education
Chartered Accountancy -
ICAI
Company Secretary -
ICSI
B.Com - Financial Accounting And Audit
Pune University
Skills
- Leadership
- Team building & mentoring
- Project Management
- ERP implementations
- Detail oriented
- Process Improvement
Timeline
Vice President - Finance and Accounts
Poonawalla Fincorp Limited
11.2019 - Current
Regional Controller- India
Optiva India Technologies Private Limited
06.2016 - 11.2019
Deputy Manager- Accounts and Finance
Crest Premedia Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
07.2013 - 06.2016
Assistant Manager- Accounts
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Limited
04.2012 - 02.2013
Audit Intern
Joshi & Kulkarni, CA's
04.2006 - 03.2009
Audit Executive
Sudik K Pareskh&Co.,Pune
1 2011 - 3 2012
Chartered Accountancy -
ICAI
Company Secretary -
ICSI
B.Com - Financial Accounting And Audit
Pune University
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