Rakesh Jaiswal

Finance Leader & Strategic Advisor

Seasoned finance professional with over 18 years of experience in financial reporting, compliance, and strategic decision-making.

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About Me

Career Objective

“The goal of the financial leader is not to predict the future, but to prepare the organization to thrive in any future.” — Howard Schilit, Forensic Accounting Expert

My Journey

With 18 years of core finance leadership across India and the UAE, I have led organizations through capital raises, audit resolutions, tax breakthroughs, and digital transformations—each with measurable results. My approach combines regulatory rigor, strategic agility, and people-focused leadership. I don't just interpret numbers, I turn them into action plans.

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Certifications

Chartered Accountant

Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, 2006

CFA

ICFAI University, Tripura, 2015

Diploma in IFRS

ACCA, UK, 2019

My Expertise

Financial Reporting

95%

Expert in preparing accurate and compliant financial statements.

Compliance

90%

Skilled in navigating regulatory requirements and tax laws.

Strategic Decision-Making

85%

Proficient in driving financial strategies for growth.

ERP Implementation

90%

Experienced in deploying cloud-based ERP systems.

Team Leadership

80%

Skilled in managing and mentoring finance teams.

Taxation

85%

Expert in tax planning and compliance.

Skills Distribution

Experience

Group Head of Finance & Controls reporting to CEO and Managing Director.

  • Secured USD 10.2 Mn in bank facilities—the first in 20 years.
  • Removed a 3-year-old qualified audit opinion.
  • Recovered ₹1.63 Cr in tax refunds.
  • Led ERP-driven consolidation across 15 entities, reducing reporting time by 3 days/month.
  • Steered financial consolidation for 15 international entities, implementing a cloud-based ERP system.
  • Led strategies for Mergers and Acquisitions and new business development.
  • Managed fundraising for new projects, coordinating with stakeholders.
  • Supervised financial operations, including accounting, auditing, budgeting, and compliance.
  • Coordinated with Big 4 auditors for timely completion of reviews and transfer pricing.
  • Established internal controls to ensure financial report accuracy.
  • Administered treasury functions, including funding and foreign exchange management.
  • Developed tax plans and ensured compliance with Direct and Indirect Tax Acts.

  • Helped raise ₹510 Cr via QIP, ₹180 Cr via rights issue, ₹210 Cr via CCD, and ₹200 Cr via FCCB.
  • Cut financial reporting timelines by up to 30%.
  • Supervised accounts, audit, and taxation for 10 subsidiaries.
  • Executed fundraising through QIP (INR 510 Cr) and Rights Issues (INR 180 Cr).
  • Led payroll and managed 4 Gratuity and Superannuation Trusts.
  • Supervised a team of 5 members, including qualified Chartered Accountants.
  • Published standalone and consolidated results to SEBI and stock exchanges.
  • Ensured end-to-end statutory compliance for finance and accounts.

  • Drove down logistics costs from 12% to 8% and labour costs by 22%.
  • Improved DSO by 10 days.
  • Finance Head reporting to the CEO, supervising a team of 20 members.
  • Managed cost control, internal finance controls, and resource utilization.
  • Oversaw treasury operations with a focus on reducing finance costs.

  • Increased recovery margins by 23% through smart resource allocation and client cost management.
  • Conducted statutory and internal audits for top-tier clients like HUL, Britannia, Dabur, and Berger Paints.
  • Progressed from Trainee to Assistant Manager, handling listed clients across multiple offices.

Education

Completed rigorous training in accounting, auditing, and taxation.

Specialized in IFRS standards for global financial reporting.

Advanced training in financial analysis and investment management.

Focused on treasury operations and forex risk management.

Studied derivatives and capital market operations.

Foundational degree in commerce and accounting.

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Awards & Certifications

CFO of the Year, Financial Leadership Council, 2023

Excellence in Financial Reporting, ICAI, 2022

Top 100 Global CFOs, CFO World Magazine, 2020

Career Timeline

PwC

Price Waterhouse, Kolkata, India

November 2006 - July 2013

Berger Paints

Berger Paints, Mumbai, India

July 2013 - September 2017

Deepak Fertilisers

Deepak Fertilisers, Pune, India

September 2017 - December 2023

Global Gases Group

Global Gases Group, Dubai, UAE

January 2024 - Present

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