RAKESH SUKHADIYA
Accounts & Finance Professional
Ahmedabad
Summary
Experienced Accounts & Finance professional with 36 years in public accounting and corporate finance. Skilled in ERP/SAP systems, vendor management and compliance,. Proven ability to streamline operations, ensure statutory compliance, and contribute to organizational growth through cost optimization and digital transformation.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance & Operations Advisor
JP Infra
06.2025 - Current
- Advising on budgeting and operational streamlining across infrastructure projects.
- Implementing cost control frameworks and optimizing vendor payment cycles.
- Supporting ERP integration and digital transformation initiatives.
- Handling RA Invoice for various segments and Contractor Invoices.
Associate Manager (Contract Administration)
Adani Total Gas Limited
05.2006 - 05.2025
- Achieved 100% Pan-India vendor payments via SAP Ariba/VIM & VBT digital platforms.
- Validated invoices against contractual terms (PO, SOR, SOW, SOP).
- Managed statutory compliance, governance, and bank guarantees in SAP.
- Opex & Capex Budget Preparation, Monitoring & control
- Managed CNG Sales DPR and Billing for OMC, COLO, CODO
- Provide monthly Provision, Captive Consumption
Senior Accounts Officer
Ramdev Food Products Pvt. Ltd
08.2004 - 04.2006
- Managed accounting for 19 states, 2 branch offices, 8 C&F agents, and 5 consignment agents.
- Oversaw audits, IT return filings, and sales tax compliance.
- Handled accounting for multiple sister concerns and partnership firms.
Accounts Officer
Hynoup Food & Oil Industries Pvt. Ltd
09.1994 - 07.2004
- Managed supplier payments, reconciliations, and fund arrangements.
- Specialized in fund arrangement through Bill Discounting, LC, and Local Shroff financing.
- Handled sales tax matters, audits, and finalization of accounts.
- Reported directly to the Chairman, ensuring compliance and financial accuracy.
Accounts Assistant
Sabarmati Ashram Gaushala (NDDB)
07.1989 - 09.1994
- Managed cash/bank transactions, reconciliations, TA claims, Sales, Purchase and journal entries.
- Assisted in finalization of accounts and audit compliance.
Accounts Assistant
Jagdish M. Shah & Co. Chartered Accountants
02.1988 - 06.1989
- Conducted internal audits, ledger scrutiny, and inventory verification.
- Prepared audit reports and ensured compliance with financial standards.
Education
MBA - Finance
Sikkim Manipal University, Directorate of Distance Education
01-2012
B.Com - Commerce
CU Shah City Commerce College, Gujarat University
01-1988
Skills
Operational Excellence: Budgeting, Cost Control, Vendor Payment Cycles, Risk Management
Operational Excellence: Budgeting, Cost Control, Vendor Payment Cycles, Risk Management
Financial Management & Compliance: TDS, VAT, MIS, Legatrix, Statutory Audits
ERP & Digital Platforms: SAP, Ariba, VBT, Tally, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office Suite
Interests
Singing, Music, Travelling & Exploring new places
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
- Implemented 100% digital invoice payment which saves lakhs of paper annually, improve payment cycles, and ensure transparency for all stakeholders (2021)
- Transitioned to SAP Ariba & VBT platform for vendor payments (2022).
- Developed cost-saving CNG operator payment model, saving ₹3 Cr annually.
- Established fund arrangement strategies via Bill Discounting, LC, and Local Shroff, ensuring liquidity and operational continuity.
Timeline
Finance & Operations Advisor
JP Infra
06.2025 - Current
Associate Manager (Contract Administration)
Adani Total Gas Limited
05.2006 - 05.2025
Senior Accounts Officer
Ramdev Food Products Pvt. Ltd
08.2004 - 04.2006
Accounts Officer
Hynoup Food & Oil Industries Pvt. Ltd
09.1994 - 07.2004
Accounts Assistant
Sabarmati Ashram Gaushala (NDDB)
07.1989 - 09.1994
Accounts Assistant
Jagdish M. Shah & Co. Chartered Accountants
02.1988 - 06.1989
B.Com - Commerce
CU Shah City Commerce College, Gujarat University
MBA - Finance
Sikkim Manipal University, Directorate of Distance Education