Paras Jhaveri

• Collaborated with accounting and finance teams to create weekly, monthly and quarterly financial reports including Annual operating plan and cash flow projections along with implementation of similar policies and procedure in the acquired entity,
• Part of core committee for overall SAP implementation project and closed on the design phase for SD, MM, VIM, FICO, RAR and SAC for the Company and its subsidiaries.
• Part of senior level team for overall convergence of the Group from IGAAP to IND AS
• Identification of overall synergies for the acquired companies and advising the management for the next steps.
• Managed and coordinated the preparation of reports and presentations for senior management

• Led the accounts and finance functions across diverse businesses, including investment businesses such as listed equity, private equity, and fixed income, as well as sports businesses such as Kabaddi (U Mumba), football training programs (U Dreams Football), and e-gaming (U Cypher), and various other leagues in volleyball and table tennis. Additionally, led the movies production and distribution business and was part of release of 22 movies and series across various platforms.
• Acquired an extensive understanding of the company's diverse business verticals, spanning from investments to sports to movies production and distribution businesses, and became the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders seeking information or guidance.
• Proficient in implementing robust internal controls to proactively mitigate potential risks and prevent anticipated losses. Established financial benchmarks through the implementation of remedial measures and by comparing actual results to budgeted targets.
• Demonstrated proficiency in developing and implementing financial strategies that cover contractual obligations, financial management, and systems to improve organizational profitability.
• Proficient in establishing and managing high-performing teams, aligning strategic financial and investment plans with organizational growth objectives, and other relevant factors.
• Skilled in developing strategic and long-term financial plans that align with shifts in financial regulations and legislation.
• Personality traits include decision making ability and capacity to delivery under pressure.

• Was a core member of the implementation team for IND AS (Indian Accounting Standards) across the entire Essel Corporate group of companies, which comprised both listed and unlisted entities.
• Assisted with ERP implementation by assessing the requirements, evaluating potential ERP systems, and contributing to the planning process for the implementation.

• Overseen sales operations that included ad sales, subscription income, and other revenue streams for Bindass, UTV Action, and UTV Movies. Managed costs related to content, programming, marketing, IT, and business development teams. Also managed finances related to content production, creation, and monetization.
• Leading the financial management areas including accounting, strategic planning, cost control, audit, taxation, compliance, treasury, budgeting, forecasting, as well as operations, legal, and IT functions.
• Acted as the representative of the Broadcasting team in several DDR (Due Diligence Reviews) and was a member of the team involved in the Walt Disney acquisition.
• Engaged in frequent interactions with the Big Four to discuss matters related to audit, accounting, taxation, systems implementation, and various other advisory services.
• Provided strategic and financial assistance to business teams to improve both their business and financial objectives.
• A member of the core committee responsible for transforming the company's finance and digital operations, which included the implementation of SAP.

Managed audits and tax returns for a diverse portfolio of clients, primarily in the media and entertainment and pharmaceutical industries, as well as in the energy, infrastructure, metals and mining sectors, and technology verticals. These clients comprised both listed and unlisted entities.