Jan 2015 – Present · 11 yrs 2 mos · Mumbai Area, India · Remote

• As a Chartered Accountant with 48 years of extensive experience, I have been advising clients on a wide range of critical issues affecting their financial and operational health. My expertise spans across systems optimization, financial management, accounting, auditing, taxation, internal audit processes, and the establishment of robust internal controls. I have also provided strategic guidance in taxation, wealth management, estate planning, and NRI taxation, as well as in complex property-related matters, including redevelopment, housing society issues, and inheritance matters. My deep understanding of these domains allows me to offer tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of each client.

Jan 2002 – Jan 2015 · 13 yrs · Vadodara Area, India

• Started the Real Estate Development (Mass Housing) business under the brand name “Gokul” in Baroda (Vadodara - my native place). Managed land acquisition, project planning, approvals, marketing, and project completion. Partnered with a Technical Partner on a profit-share basis for execution. Developed housing projects on family-owned land and built a land bank in Baroda. Currently, developing this land by obtaining necessary permissions from local authorities such as NA & NOC. My family holds valid "Farmer" status in Gujarat.

Jun 2001 – Jan 2002 · 7 mos · Mumbai Area, India

• Demerged training division in to Aptech Ltd. and merged Software of Aptech in to Hexaware Technology as a combined entity.

Oct 1998 – Jan 2002 · 3 yrs 3 mos · Mumbai Area, India

• Led the team that was instrumental in seperating Aptech and Hexaware as 2 seperate listed entities in IT Education and Software Services respectively. Held position of Group CFO & Executive Director (Aptech Limited). Led the team of professionals and handled Complete gamut of Finance, Risk Management, Management Accounting, Accounts (incl. US GAAP and NBFC Prudential Norms of RBI) & Audits, Mergers & Acquisitions, Raising of Resources incl. International Offerings (GDR), Legal & Secretarial, Direct & Indirect Taxation incl. handling of Tax Raids, Technology & Systems, Investor and Public Relations, Administration and Real Estate- buying, development & maintenance.

Apr 1993 – Jan 2002 · 8 yrs 9 mos · Mumbai Area, India

• Complete gamut of Finance, Risk Management, Management Accounting (MIS), Finalization of Accounts as per Indian & US GAAP, NBFC (Prudential Norms of RBI), Statutory Audit, Internal Audits, Mergers & Acquisitions, Raising of Finances incl. International Offerings (GDR) & IPO & Private Placement with Financial Institutions, Legal & Secretarial, Settling Agreements with Business Partners, handling Litigations, Direct & Indirect Taxation (VAT) incl. handling of Raids, Technology & Systems, Investor and Public Relations, Administration and Real Estate- buying, development & maintenance.
• Major Achievements: Fund Raising: Equity (IPO, GDR & Private Placement), Debt (Debentures, Term Loans, Public Deposits & Credit Ratings). Mergers & Acquisitions and Restructuring of Businesses, Taxation (Handling Raids under Direct & Indirect Tax, Scrutiny Assessments, Tax Planning and Litigation).

Apr 1993 – Oct 1998 · 5 yrs 6 mos · Mumbai Area, India

• As Group CFO with Apple, Aptech and Hexaware Group, involved in complex activities and lead tem of professionals.. Had handled Income Tax Raids, Sales Tax Raid and even had to deal with CBI in connection with their inquiry of Company`s customer`s dealings. Was actively involved in preventing major financial loss arising out of mis-match in car bookings amounting to Rs.120+ crores and restricted the loss to bare minimum. At the same time another NBFC Anagram went down due to these issues. Post Tax raid handled block assessment besides attending to regular assessments.

Jan 1991 – Mar 1993 · 2 yrs 2 mos · Mumbai Area, India

• 2 years as Head of Finance.Got my most valuable experience in handling tax raids from Income Tax and Sales Tax

Jan 1986 – Jan 1991 · 5 yrs · Mumbai Area, India

• Joined this TATA Group company which had lost it`s entire net worth in previous year. With 3 Other professionals concentrated in reviving this company that started making profits and doubled their turnover in 3 years. Besides accounts and working capital, had to handle some commercial activiities and 1 year as regional head.

Nov 1976 – Jan 1986 · 9 yrs 2 mos · Mumbai Area, India

• Warner Hindustan Limited India, prior to it`s merger with Parke Davis India. Ultimately Parke Davis India merged with Pfizer India