Aug 2016 – Jun 2020 · 3 yrs 10 mos

• Provided strategic financial leadership, managing end-to-end financial planning, reporting, compliance, and treasury operations to ensure alignment with corporate goals and regulatory requirements. Led and developed a high-performing finance team of 30 professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement. Collaborated cross-functionally to deliver actionable financial insights, enabling data-driven decision-making and robust risk management. Maintained strong tax compliance while optimizing cash flow, liquidity, and resource allocation to support growth.
• Key Achievements:
• Achieved a 5% reduction in the effective tax rate through strategic tax planning and compliance optimization
• Successfully led the financial integration of the USL/Diageo acquisition unlocking operational synergies and driving cost efficiencies.
• Raised USD 100mn from Banks & overseas Parent company via equity infusion

Jun 2012 – Jul 2016 · 4 yrs 1 mo

• Led all direct and indirect tax functions for Diageo and its subsidiaries, ensuring full compliance with local and international tax regulations, including transfer pricing policies. Designed and executed strategic tax plans to optimize the effective tax rate, resolve complex tax issues, and drive long-term tax efficiency. Managed relationships with external tax advisors, conducted detailed tax research, and provided expert guidance on compliance, planning, and risk mitigation initiatives.
• Key Achievement:
• Reduced the effective tax rate by 5% through proactive tax planning and strengthened compliance frameworks

Apr 2009 – May 2012 · 3 yrs 1 mo

• Directed all direct and indirect tax functions across 52 locations worldwide—including Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and North America—ensuring full compliance with complex international tax regulations. Led cross-border tax structuring, due diligence for offshore acquisitions, and implementation of tax optimization strategies to support global growth and reduce the effective tax rate.
• Oversaw transfer pricing and international compliance through regular subsidiary reviews, ensuring process consistency and identifying tax planning opportunities. Partnered with external advisors and conducted deep-dive research to resolve complex tax challenges and recommend actionable strategies.

Nov 2003 – Mar 2009 · 5 yrs 4 mos

• Key Achievements:
• Achieved a 4% reduction in the effective tax rate through strategic planning and improved compliance
• Led tax due diligence for the Hutch/Vodafone deal, supporting a successful transaction
• Contributed to the DRHP preparation for Hutchison’s pre-IPO filings, ensuring accurate tax disclosures

Jan 1998 – Oct 2003 · 5 yrs 9 mos

• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, including loans, deposits, investments, and interest calculations
• Prepare and review financial statements, reports, and regulatory filings in accordance with banking standards
• Monitor daily transactions, identify discrepancies, and resolve accounting issues promptly
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities and audit preparations
• Collaborate with internal teams and external auditors to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting
• Ensure compliance with banking regulations, accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS), and internal control procedures
• Assist in managing tax reporting and compliance related to banking operations
• Analyze financial data to support management decisions and optimize banking operations

Aug 1996 – Aug 1997 · 1 yr