PREETI SINGLA

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with over 20 years of experience empowering senior leadership in multinational organizations. Proven ability to align strategic priorities, drive impactful initiatives, and enhance executive support through effective governance and stakeholder engagement. Specialized expertise in master data management, compliance, and cross-functional coordination ensures seamless operations and improved organizational efficiency. Committed to fostering collaborative environments that facilitate innovation and achieve business objectives.

Overview

2

Languages

3

Certifications

25

years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Manager – Finance & Compliance

Gates Unitta India Company Pvt. Ltd.

06.2022 - Current

Partnered with CFO and leadership team on strategic priorities, operational coordination, and executive office management; governed leadership meetings, business reviews, and action item closure.
Prepare MIS reports, dashboards, financial summaries, and executive presentations; support budgeting, forecasting, and compliance analysis.
Managed cross-functional stakeholder communication among internal teams, vendors, and regional/global leadership; coordinated executive travel, including international itineraries and approvals.
Performed vendor and customer due diligence, conducting risk assessments and compliance reviews according to company policy.
Manage cross-functional stakeholder communication across internal teams, vendors, and regional/global leadership; coordinate executive travel, including international itineraries, approvals, and reimbursements.
Managed Master Data Management processes in Oracle, overseeing creation, quality reviews, and compliance with global standards.
Develop and implement record-keeping systems, policies, and procedures for account and item code creation; resolve data inconsistencies, and drive corrective action.
Coached and developed team members through feedback and training to foster a collaborative, high-performance culture.
Leads periodic data quality reviews across all master categories to ensure completeness, accuracy, and alignment with global data standards, and works with teams to close gaps quickly.
Partners with IT and process owners to refine Oracle workflows, simplify data entry steps, and introduce automation opportunities that reduce manual effort and improve turnaround times.
Identified areas for improvement within the department, implementing strategic initiatives to address gaps in performance or resources.

Assistant Manager – Finance & Compliance & EA to CFO

Gates Unitta India Company Pvt. Ltd.

02.2019 - 05.2022

Partner closely with CFO and leadership team to manage strategic priorities, operational coordination, and executive office activities.
Coordinated leadership meetings, business reviews, and follow-up governance to ensure alignment on strategic initiatives.
Support team in preparing MIS reports, dashboards, financial summaries, executive presentations and operational review documents for leadership discussions.
Managed stakeholder communication among executive office, vendors, internal teams, and regional/global leadership to facilitate collaboration.
Coordinate cross-functional projects and ensure timely tracking and closure of action items across departments.
Led executive travel planning, including international itineraries and logistics management, ensuring seamless travel experiences for leadership.
Handle highly confidential business information, leadership documentation, and strategic reports with discretion.
Supported annual audit process by preparing detailed schedules, reconciliations, and responding promptly to auditor inquiries.
Improved processes by working with IT team and implementing improved workflow with reduced TAT.
Evaluate and perform risk assessments on vendor and customer firms, applications, processes, and procedures in accordance with company risk management policy and vendor risk management procedures.

Executive Assistant to MD & Facility Head

Ingersoll Rand (India) Ltd.

03.2017 - 02.2019

Executed end to end support for board meetings and high-profile events.
Provided executive support efficiently on extensive travel planning, calendar management, and streamlined correspondence.
Delivered exceptional organizational support enabling executive focus on high-level strategic initiatives fostering company growth.
Managed facilities operations, vendor contracts, and coordinated service providers to ensure seamless service delivery.
Developed strong relationships with vendors leading to improved contract terms resulting in cost savings for the company.
Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate effective communication throughout the company.
Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.

Virtual Executive Assistant

Rio Tinto Private Ltd.

03.2016 - 02.2017

Coordinated virtual executive operations, managing communications and scheduling while supporting global leaders.
Supported executives in decision-making processes with thorough research and data analysis.
Increased productivity by developing process improvement initiatives for administrative tasks within executive support functions.
Maintained a professional online presence for executives by managing Administrative tasks and email correspondence.
Reduced expenses through careful budgeting and expense tracking for executive office operations.

Project Administrator / Executive Assistant / Admin Manager

Fluor Daniel

12.2013 - 03.2016

Coordinated project operations and tasks along with scheduling, and executive correspondence to streamline support for senior leadership.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project integration and alignment with organizational goals.
Supported senior management in strategic planning activities related to future projects or initiatives within the organization.
Monitored project progress closely, promptly addressing any deviations from the plan or schedule.
Efficiently managed incoming requests from stakeholders by prioritizing tasks based on urgency and relevance.
Managed events and employee engagement activities.

Executive Secretary to Commercial Operations Director

Foster Wheeler India Pvt. Ltd

12.2012 - 11.2013

Executive Assistant & Administration Manager

Latitude Consulting Pvt. Ltd.

08.2010 - 11.2012

Executive Assistant to MD

Dimensions Consulting Pvt Ltd

10.2005 - 01.2008

Spoken English Teacher

Central Schools

09.2003 - 03.2005

Front Office Executive

Cypress Solutions

07.2001 - 08.2003

Education

Bachelor of Arts -

Delhi University

01-2005

Skills

Compliance and Risk management

Due diligence

Cost analysis and savings

Performance improvements

Process and procedure development

Program & Project Coordination

Stakeholder management

Operational efficiency

Task delegation

Event management

Accomplishments

Led a 12-member facilities team managing pan-India operations and vendor engagements.
Served as Asia Pacific DEI Committee Chair, championing inclusive workplace initiatives.
Maintained 100% compliance in travel planning and executive coordination.
Contributed as Concur system administrator on risk and compliance programs.

Affiliations

 Certified NLP Practitioner – March 2025
 Active DEI Leadership Member & Asia Pacific Committee Chair (Gates Corporation)
 Certified in Gates Project Management Training Program (Equivalent to PMP, internally at Organization)

Certification

Certified NLP Practitioner – March 2023

Interests

Motorsport Enthusiast – Participated in women's car rally and F4 car racing event

Travelling

Cooking

Timeline

Deputy Manager – Finance & Compliance - Gates Unitta India Company Pvt. Ltd.

06.2022 - Current

Assistant Manager – Finance & Compliance & EA to CFO - Gates Unitta India Company Pvt. Ltd.

02.2019 - 05.2022

Executive Assistant to MD & Facility Head - Ingersoll Rand (India) Ltd.

03.2017 - 02.2019

Virtual Executive Assistant - Rio Tinto Private Ltd.