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Shilpa Harchandani

Chartered Accountant
Bengaluru,Karnataka

Summary

Result-driven finance professional with 14 years of experience managing end-to-end finance across high-growth Start-Ups and global subsidiaries. Having execution depth and strategic thinking — and thrive in Start-Up environments where finance needs to be built, not inherited. Brings valuable experience in managing financial operations and leading strategic initiatives while fostering collaborative team environment.

Known for achieving impactful results and demonstrating adaptability in dynamic settings. Skilled in risk management and financial analysis, with strong focus on achieving organizational goals. Worked closely with founders and cross-functional teams on M&A, fundraising, ERP implementation, and scaling finance operations across India, US, UK, Maldives, Spain and UAE.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

AVP Finance

Logicserve Digital Private Limited
Bengaluru
12.2019 - Current
  • Leading finance function for a multi-national group of companies having presence in India, UK, US, UAE and Australia.
  • Manage cash flow, payroll, MIS, and monthly financial reviews to ensure business continuity and operational efficiency.
  • Oversee investor communications, board-level financial reporting, and strategic forecast reviews.
  • Maintain strong banking relations, ensuring credit lines, treasury health, and investment strategy execution.
  • Liaise with statutory, internal, and tax auditors for timely audit closure and risk mitigation.
  • Key Achievements:
  • Successfully closed 3 M&A transactions; led financial due diligence, valuation, and integration.
  • Implemented comprehensive ERP in span of 6 months, improving reporting speed by 50% and accuracy by 32% across finance ops.
  • Developed comprehensive financial models and managed fundraising compliance for investor due diligence.
  • Automated MIS and forecasting workflows, reducing reporting cycle by 38%.

Manager – Finance

Heaven on Earth Wellness Private Limited
Mumbai
07.2017 - 12.2019
  • Led financial governance across operations in five countries, ensuring statutory compliance and risk management.
  • Managed budgeting cycles, profitability analysis, and strategic financial reporting to support CXO-level decisions.
  • Drove capital raising efforts through financial institutions, structuring proposals and negotiating terms.
  • Handled statutory, internal, tax, and GST audits, delivering clean closures and process improvements.
  • Key Achievements:
  • Established and institutionalized internal financial controls, reducing compliance gaps by over 50%.
  • Streamlined cash flow forecasting and working capital management, improving liquidity and vendor terms.
  • Strengthened investor reporting frameworks, enhancing transparency and trust with stakeholders.
  • Managed working capital to launch 30 outlets across geographies

Assistant Manager – Finance

GoQii Technologies Private Limited
Mumbai
01.2015 - 07.2017
  • Supported strategic financial planning and forecasting for expansion in the digital wellness space.
  • Managed AP/AR cycles, reconciliations, and treasury operations to ensure healthy cash positions.
  • Collaborated on investor decks, financial models, and internal audit reviews.
  • Standardized receivables and payables processes, reducing outstanding dues by 30%.
  • Contributed to investor reporting during early-stage funding rounds, helping shape key financial narratives.
  • One of the first hires of the Organization, built finance processes from scratch.

Article & Audit Assistant

Desai Associates
Mumbai
10.2011 - 12.2014
  • Conducted internal, statutory, and tax audits for clients across manufacturing, services, and trading sectors.
  • Ensured adherence to ICAI standards, flagged control weaknesses, and provided audit insights for financial improvements.
  • Gained hands-on exposure to direct & indirect taxation, ROC compliance, and audit documentation.

Education

Chartered Accountant -

Institute of Chartered Accountant of India
Delhi, India
04.2001 -

Executive Education - General Management

Indian Institute of Management
Ahmedabad, India
04.2001 -

Executive Education - Mergers, Acquisitions & Restructuring

Indian Institute of Management
Ahmedabad
02.2023

Bachelor of Commerce -

Mumbai University
Mumbai
01.2009 - 01.2012

Skills

  • Financial Modelling, Forecasting & Budgeting

  • Investor Reporting & Fundraising Support

  • Cost Optimization & Working Capital Management

  • ERP Implementation & Process Automation

  • M&A Due Diligence & Business Valuation

  • AP/AR, Payroll, Cash Flow Management

  • Audit & Compliance (GST, PF, PT, Income Tax)

Interests

Teaching

Timeline

AVP Finance

Logicserve Digital Private Limited
12.2019 - Current

Manager – Finance

Heaven on Earth Wellness Private Limited
07.2017 - 12.2019

Assistant Manager – Finance

GoQii Technologies Private Limited
01.2015 - 07.2017

Article & Audit Assistant

Desai Associates
10.2011 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Commerce -

Mumbai University
01.2009 - 01.2012

Chartered Accountant -

Institute of Chartered Accountant of India
04.2001 -

Executive Education - General Management

Indian Institute of Management
04.2001 -

Executive Education - Mergers, Acquisitions & Restructuring

Indian Institute of Management
Shilpa HarchandaniChartered Accountant