Controller

• Jan 2023 - Present

Regional Finance & Administration Manager

• Apr 2020 - Aug 2021

Hoist Group provides technology solutions to hotels, enabling hoteliers to manage coherent end-to-end digital journeys for their customers. Hoist Group optimizes guest services by correlating and analyzing the data that comes from its innovative Property Management & Booking Software, Managed IP Networks, Internet and TV Content as well as from many other digital touchpoints. Headquartered in Stockholm with 20 offices across EMEA, Hoist Group is nearly 500 dedicated staff serving over 5,000… Show more Hoist Group provides technology solutions to hotels, enabling hoteliers to manage coherent end-to-end digital journeys for their customers. Hoist Group optimizes guest services by correlating and analyzing the data that comes from its innovative Property Management & Booking Software, Managed IP Networks, Internet and TV Content as well as from many other digital touchpoints. Headquartered in Stockholm with 20 offices across EMEA, Hoist Group is nearly 500 dedicated staff serving over 5,000 unique hotels. Hoistgroup MEA turnover is Eur 10M and globally Hoistgroup stands @ Eur 150M At Hoist group, I was responsible for the End-to-End Financial Functions and Reporting in the Central AARO Systems. I have led a team of 3 and together we handled the complete regions finances within Asia, Africa, Far East and the Gulf Region spanning nearly 40 countries. I spearheaded the Annual Budget and the periodic forecasts with Performance Management & Gap Analysis my key responsibility. Based on the Budgets, I would work with the Management to set the Sales and Operations KPI’s followed by continuous evaluation and measurement. I would be a part of the company Board Meetings and the presentations as prepared the Board meeting packs. I would interact with the company stakeholders-Customers & Vendors, Internal Group Management at the Head Office and Auditors working towards operational Efficiency. I have kept a close eye on the receivables and the cash collection and made sure that cash was available for the company needs as well as keeping strict tabs on the DSO. I have successfully worked on an upgrade from the current Microsoft Dynamics solution of Navision 2018 to a cloud-based Microsoft solution called Business Central involving enhanced business processes right from Solution Design to pre-Go live. Post the group acquisition of Acentic, I have onboarded Acentic South Africa office into Hoist fold and worked with the legal and compliance to ensure the process closed smoothly. Show less Hoist Group provides technology solutions to hotels, enabling hoteliers to manage coherent end-to-end digital journeys for their customers. Hoist Group optimizes guest services by correlating and analyzing the data that comes from its innovative Property Management & Booking Software, Managed IP Networks, Internet and TV Content as well as from many other digital touchpoints. Headquartered in Stockholm with 20 offices across EMEA, Hoist Group is nearly 500 dedicated staff serving over 5,000… Show more Hoist Group provides technology solutions to hotels, enabling hoteliers to manage coherent end-to-end digital journeys for their customers. Hoist Group optimizes guest services by correlating and analyzing the data that comes from its innovative Property Management & Booking Software, Managed IP Networks, Internet and TV Content as well as from many other digital touchpoints. Headquartered in Stockholm with 20 offices across EMEA, Hoist Group is nearly 500 dedicated staff serving over 5,000 unique hotels. Hoistgroup MEA turnover is Eur 10M and globally Hoistgroup stands @ Eur 150M At Hoist group, I was responsible for the End-to-End Financial Functions and Reporting in the Central AARO Systems. I have led a team of 3 and together we handled the complete regions finances within Asia, Africa, Far East and the Gulf Region spanning nearly 40 countries. I spearheaded the Annual Budget and the periodic forecasts with Performance Management & Gap Analysis my key responsibility. Based on the Budgets, I would work with the Management to set the Sales and Operations KPI’s followed by continuous evaluation and measurement. I would be a part of the company Board Meetings and the presentations as prepared the Board meeting packs. I would interact with the company stakeholders-Customers & Vendors, Internal Group Management at the Head Office and Auditors working towards operational Efficiency. I have kept a close eye on the receivables and the cash collection and made sure that cash was available for the company needs as well as keeping strict tabs on the DSO. I have successfully worked on an upgrade from the current Microsoft Dynamics solution of Navision 2018 to a cloud-based Microsoft solution called Business Central involving enhanced business processes right from Solution Design to pre-Go live. Post the group acquisition of Acentic, I have onboarded Acentic South Africa office into Hoist fold and worked with the legal and compliance to ensure the process closed smoothly. Show less

Regional Finance Manager

• Jan 2006 - Feb 2020

IFS develops and delivers enterprise software for customers around the world who manufacture and distribute goods, maintain assets, and manage service-focused operations. IFS offer applications that enable companies to respond quickly to market changes and use resources in a more agile way to achieve better business performance and competitive advantages. Middle East operations generating a turnover of US$ 30M alone and globally IFS stand at $ 525M company. At IFS, I was responsible and… Show more IFS develops and delivers enterprise software for customers around the world who manufacture and distribute goods, maintain assets, and manage service-focused operations. IFS offer applications that enable companies to respond quickly to market changes and use resources in a more agile way to achieve better business performance and competitive advantages. Middle East operations generating a turnover of US$ 30M alone and globally IFS stand at $ 525M company. At IFS, I was responsible and accountable for the complete financial functions and the reporting of the monthly and annual numbers in the Cognos system. I handled the compliance of the company both External and Internal. I would initiate the multiyear Strategic plans and close the budget process for the Middle East, South Asia and Africa region and work closely with the team in India, South Africa and Sri Lanka to put up the Strategic Plans, Annual Budget and the monthly forecasts that followed each month. Every Forecast was a joint effort of the Business Teams and this involved Variance Analysis at all levels with discussions on remedial measures for the same. I have had the opportunity to translate the Project Profitability requirements into a regular ERP generated report and set the guidelines for Data diligence from all the users making the reports reliable. I would assist the Functional Controllers from Head Office with analytical information requirements and group external legal reporting. I have initiated and standardized the monthly MIS to support the MD’s management meetings. I managed the relationship with external auditors and confirmed the company Financial status with the Audited results at the end of the fiscal year. I had regular interaction with the Executive Level Management at group meetings leading to excellent communication and presentation skills. Show less IFS develops and delivers enterprise software for customers around the world who manufacture and distribute goods, maintain assets, and manage service-focused operations. IFS offer applications that enable companies to respond quickly to market changes and use resources in a more agile way to achieve better business performance and competitive advantages. Middle East operations generating a turnover of US$ 30M alone and globally IFS stand at $ 525M company. At IFS, I was responsible and… Show more IFS develops and delivers enterprise software for customers around the world who manufacture and distribute goods, maintain assets, and manage service-focused operations. IFS offer applications that enable companies to respond quickly to market changes and use resources in a more agile way to achieve better business performance and competitive advantages. Middle East operations generating a turnover of US$ 30M alone and globally IFS stand at $ 525M company. At IFS, I was responsible and accountable for the complete financial functions and the reporting of the monthly and annual numbers in the Cognos system. I handled the compliance of the company both External and Internal. I would initiate the multiyear Strategic plans and close the budget process for the Middle East, South Asia and Africa region and work closely with the team in India, South Africa and Sri Lanka to put up the Strategic Plans, Annual Budget and the monthly forecasts that followed each month. Every Forecast was a joint effort of the Business Teams and this involved Variance Analysis at all levels with discussions on remedial measures for the same. I have had the opportunity to translate the Project Profitability requirements into a regular ERP generated report and set the guidelines for Data diligence from all the users making the reports reliable. I would assist the Functional Controllers from Head Office with analytical information requirements and group external legal reporting. I have initiated and standardized the monthly MIS to support the MD’s management meetings. I managed the relationship with external auditors and confirmed the company Financial status with the Audited results at the end of the fiscal year. I had regular interaction with the Executive Level Management at group meetings leading to excellent communication and presentation skills. Show less

Accountant- Purchasing

• May 2000 - Dec 2005

The Al Rostamani Group is one of the largest and oldest business conglomerates in the United Arab Emirates. Founded in 1957 by Mr Hassan Al Rostamani, the group has grown steadfastly and conscientiously over the last 50 years with the guiding principles of commitment, care and vision. CTC represents more than 25 world renowned automotive aftermarket brands in UAE such as Michelin Tyres, Kormoran Tyres, Castrol Lubricants, Baroclem Batteries, Forch garage consumables and chemicals, Henkel… Show more The Al Rostamani Group is one of the largest and oldest business conglomerates in the United Arab Emirates. Founded in 1957 by Mr Hassan Al Rostamani, the group has grown steadfastly and conscientiously over the last 50 years with the guiding principles of commitment, care and vision. CTC represents more than 25 world renowned automotive aftermarket brands in UAE such as Michelin Tyres, Kormoran Tyres, Castrol Lubricants, Baroclem Batteries, Forch garage consumables and chemicals, Henkel, Dewalt, automotive refinishing paints like AkzoNobel (Dynacoat and Lesonal), Nippon Paints, Turbo, InnoColor and CTC paints, Alpha Beta Masking Tapes, waterless car wash NO-H2O. CTC has Air & Water-cooling division in which we represent Blue Star and CTC in-house brand Bekon. CTC’s total turnover was US$ 22M. Achievements / Tasks • Schedule Purchases from Principals as per the requirement of the Sales Division after considering the stock position. • Liaise with the Principals regarding payments, credit terms, trade reductions etc. • Monthly reconciliation with Principal accounts • Participate in regular stocktaking at the company warehouses at Al Quoz and their Dubai workshops and reconciliation with the system records. • Bank Reconciliations. • Regular Supplier Reconciliations and settlements. • Handling Logistics for import of tyres, coolers, lubricants etc. right from booking of freight agents to clearance of the same at Dubai ports ensuring timely availability at the Warehouse to support sales commitments. Engagement with Company Projects: • Proactive & Improved work processes to ensure zero unmatched items in the intercompany reconciliation which won accolades within the management and the company auditors. Show less The Al Rostamani Group is one of the largest and oldest business conglomerates in the United Arab Emirates. Founded in 1957 by Mr Hassan Al Rostamani, the group has grown steadfastly and conscientiously over the last 50 years with the guiding principles of commitment, care and vision. CTC represents more than 25 world renowned automotive aftermarket brands in UAE such as Michelin Tyres, Kormoran Tyres, Castrol Lubricants, Baroclem Batteries, Forch garage consumables and chemicals, Henkel… Show more The Al Rostamani Group is one of the largest and oldest business conglomerates in the United Arab Emirates. Founded in 1957 by Mr Hassan Al Rostamani, the group has grown steadfastly and conscientiously over the last 50 years with the guiding principles of commitment, care and vision. CTC represents more than 25 world renowned automotive aftermarket brands in UAE such as Michelin Tyres, Kormoran Tyres, Castrol Lubricants, Baroclem Batteries, Forch garage consumables and chemicals, Henkel, Dewalt, automotive refinishing paints like AkzoNobel (Dynacoat and Lesonal), Nippon Paints, Turbo, InnoColor and CTC paints, Alpha Beta Masking Tapes, waterless car wash NO-H2O. CTC has Air & Water-cooling division in which we represent Blue Star and CTC in-house brand Bekon. CTC’s total turnover was US$ 22M. Achievements / Tasks • Schedule Purchases from Principals as per the requirement of the Sales Division after considering the stock position. • Liaise with the Principals regarding payments, credit terms, trade reductions etc. • Monthly reconciliation with Principal accounts • Participate in regular stocktaking at the company warehouses at Al Quoz and their Dubai workshops and reconciliation with the system records. • Bank Reconciliations. • Regular Supplier Reconciliations and settlements. • Handling Logistics for import of tyres, coolers, lubricants etc. right from booking of freight agents to clearance of the same at Dubai ports ensuring timely availability at the Warehouse to support sales commitments. Engagement with Company Projects: • Proactive & Improved work processes to ensure zero unmatched items in the intercompany reconciliation which won accolades within the management and the company auditors. Show less

Deputy Manager Finance

• Jan 1999 - Feb 2000

Stock Holding incorporated in 1986 as a Public Limited Company and is a subsidiary of IFCI Limited providing share transfer and depository services. SHCIL equity capital is held by leading financial companies and banks like LIC, GIC, IFCI Ltd., SU-UTI, NIA, NIC, UIC, and TOICL. A financial powerhouse offering a suite of offerings which help to ease the financial planning needs of individuals. Covering short-term savings, investments in the stock market, personal & family needs, long-term… Show more Stock Holding incorporated in 1986 as a Public Limited Company and is a subsidiary of IFCI Limited providing share transfer and depository services. SHCIL equity capital is held by leading financial companies and banks like LIC, GIC, IFCI Ltd., SU-UTI, NIA, NIC, UIC, and TOICL. A financial powerhouse offering a suite of offerings which help to ease the financial planning needs of individuals. Covering short-term savings, investments in the stock market, personal & family needs, long-term security, easy loans, retirement plans and even protection for life & valuables. Achievements / Tasks • Supervise the preparations of the Monthly Accounts. • Grouping & Consolidation of the Transaction services Trial Balance with that of Finance and preparing the Annual Accounts for audit and review. • Periodic financial analysis and reconciliations. • Bank Reconciliations. • Solely responsible for putting-up the Annual Budget involving discussions with various departments, sales projections, services costs etc . • Attending Budget Reviews and final presentation of the Budget. • Coordinating with the Auditors for the interim and annual audit. Engagement with Company Projects: • Worked closely with an audit task team for recording, reconciliation and setting up the Fixed Asset Register on the local system including training the finance team on the same Show less Stock Holding incorporated in 1986 as a Public Limited Company and is a subsidiary of IFCI Limited providing share transfer and depository services. SHCIL equity capital is held by leading financial companies and banks like LIC, GIC, IFCI Ltd., SU-UTI, NIA, NIC, UIC, and TOICL. A financial powerhouse offering a suite of offerings which help to ease the financial planning needs of individuals. Covering short-term savings, investments in the stock market, personal & family needs, long-term… Show more Stock Holding incorporated in 1986 as a Public Limited Company and is a subsidiary of IFCI Limited providing share transfer and depository services. SHCIL equity capital is held by leading financial companies and banks like LIC, GIC, IFCI Ltd., SU-UTI, NIA, NIC, UIC, and TOICL. A financial powerhouse offering a suite of offerings which help to ease the financial planning needs of individuals. Covering short-term savings, investments in the stock market, personal & family needs, long-term security, easy loans, retirement plans and even protection for life & valuables. Achievements / Tasks • Supervise the preparations of the Monthly Accounts. • Grouping & Consolidation of the Transaction services Trial Balance with that of Finance and preparing the Annual Accounts for audit and review. • Periodic financial analysis and reconciliations. • Bank Reconciliations. • Solely responsible for putting-up the Annual Budget involving discussions with various departments, sales projections, services costs etc . • Attending Budget Reviews and final presentation of the Budget. • Coordinating with the Auditors for the interim and annual audit. Engagement with Company Projects: • Worked closely with an audit task team for recording, reconciliation and setting up the Fixed Asset Register on the local system including training the finance team on the same Show less

Assistant Manager Finance

• Sep 1989 - Dec 1998

TATA Steel Limited is a diversified steel producer. The Company is engaged in the business of steel making, including raw material and finishing operations. The Company's segments are Steel and Others. Its operations predominantly relate to manufacture of steel. The Others business segment comprises tubes, bearings, refractories, pigments, port operations and town services Achievements / Tasks • Joined as a fresh Accounts Graduate Trainee Officer and working in the banking division… Show more TATA Steel Limited is a diversified steel producer. The Company is engaged in the business of steel making, including raw material and finishing operations. The Company's segments are Steel and Others. Its operations predominantly relate to manufacture of steel. The Others business segment comprises tubes, bearings, refractories, pigments, port operations and town services Achievements / Tasks • Joined as a fresh Accounts Graduate Trainee Officer and working in the banking division and handling daily banking activities of payments and receipts initially. • Involved in Bank Letter of Credit requirements for the principals supplying steel rods and billets for the wire plants. • Involved in the logistics with the clearing and forwarding agents and keeping track of important customs documentation like the Bills of Entry, Duty Clearance certificates, Import approvals, Delivery Orders etc. • Involved in the commercials provided to the consortium bankers providing working capital to TSSL. • Attending Consortium meetings and creating periodic reports as per the requirements of consortium lending. • Liaised with the company auditors for the Banking Division audit. Engagement with Company Projects: • Worked closely with the in-house IT team to develop and online bank reconciliation system which saved at least a day for each of the major bank accounts every month. • Developed a system for generating Finance Schedules and reports for the audit process replacing the manual system prevalent then. Show less TATA Steel Limited is a diversified steel producer. The Company is engaged in the business of steel making, including raw material and finishing operations. The Company's segments are Steel and Others. Its operations predominantly relate to manufacture of steel. The Others business segment comprises tubes, bearings, refractories, pigments, port operations and town services Achievements / Tasks • Joined as a fresh Accounts Graduate Trainee Officer and working in the banking division… Show more TATA Steel Limited is a diversified steel producer. The Company is engaged in the business of steel making, including raw material and finishing operations. The Company's segments are Steel and Others. Its operations predominantly relate to manufacture of steel. The Others business segment comprises tubes, bearings, refractories, pigments, port operations and town services Achievements / Tasks • Joined as a fresh Accounts Graduate Trainee Officer and working in the banking division and handling daily banking activities of payments and receipts initially. • Involved in Bank Letter of Credit requirements for the principals supplying steel rods and billets for the wire plants. • Involved in the logistics with the clearing and forwarding agents and keeping track of important customs documentation like the Bills of Entry, Duty Clearance certificates, Import approvals, Delivery Orders etc. • Involved in the commercials provided to the consortium bankers providing working capital to TSSL. • Attending Consortium meetings and creating periodic reports as per the requirements of consortium lending. • Liaised with the company auditors for the Banking Division audit. Engagement with Company Projects: • Worked closely with the in-house IT team to develop and online bank reconciliation system which saved at least a day for each of the major bank accounts every month. • Developed a system for generating Finance Schedules and reports for the audit process replacing the manual system prevalent then. Show less