Devinder Panghotra

Working with regional Marketing Directors and Business Controllers to ensure Marketing spends are optimized and targeted to meet group's business objectives.

Working with regional controllers to ensure precise and timely reporting of financials along with identifying and implementing good business practice across markets.

• Facilitated improved decision-making by providing senior leadership with detailed ad hoc financial analyses.

• Spearheaded the adoption of new BI (Qliksense) application that streamlined financial analysis while maintaining data integrity.
• Reduced month-end close time by implementing efficient workflow processes and automating key tasks.
• Developed annual budgeting process in collaboration with department leaders to align resources with strategic objectives.
• Promoted a culture of accountability within the organization by regularly reviewing financial results against target metrics and addressing variances as needed.
• Supported business growth by monitoring budgets, analyzing variances, and recommending corrective actions when necessary.
• Enhanced interdepartmental communication by establishing regular financial update meetings and providing comprehensive reports.

• Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining processes and implementing efficient financial controls.

• Planned budgets, authorized expenditures, monitored accounting processes, and coordinated financial reporting to oversee all fiscal procedures.
• Maintained strong relationships with external auditors, facilitating smooth annual audit processes and addressing any concerns promptly.