Anand Jain

Visionary Finance Executive with 20+ years of leadership experience driving corporate finance, group financial strategy, governance, treasury, business transformation, and enterprise value creation across multinational, manufacturing, and promoter-led organizations. Leading finance operations across multiple group companies spanning India, USA, and Singapore, overseeing enterprise-wide P&L, FP&A, budgeting, capital allocation, treasury, working capital optimization, project financing, FDI & ECB funding, and regulatory compliance to accelerate profitable and sustainable growth. Trusted strategic partner to Promoters, Boards, CEOs, investors, financial institutions, auditors, and regulatory authorities, delivering board-level financial insights, capital management strategies, risk governance, profitability enhancement, business acquisitions, and investment decision support.

Spearheaded end-to-end establishment and commissioning of four manufacturing facilities, independently leading two greenfield projects while directing capital investments, project finance, commercial setup, infrastructure development, and cross-functional execution from planning through operational readiness. Orchestrated finance transformation initiatives through ERP implementation, governance framework enhancement, financial process standardization, and operational excellence, while facilitating FDI investments, acquisition due diligence, and strategic business expansion to strengthen organizational agility and shareholder value.

VP Finance / CFO at SAZ Group of Companies (MNC) (2022-05 – Present)

• Spearheading the comprehensive finance strategy across the organization, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory compliance across various entities.
• Collaborating closely with senior leadership and promoters to formulate and implement pricing strategies, budgeting processes, and initiatives aimed at driving sustainable business growth.
• Delivering strategic financial insights through the development of board-level Management Information Systems (MIS), profitability analyses, and performance reporting frameworks.
• Overseeing the management of banking relationships, liquidity planning, and working capital optimization to ensure effective fund management and financial stability.
• Directing the structuring of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and External Commercial Borrowing (ECB) funding, ensuring compliance with Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regulations and reporting requirements.
• Leading statutory and tax audits, regulatory compliance initiatives, and the establishment of internal control frameworks to enhance financial governance.
• Assuming full accountability for P&L management, balance sheet oversight, and cash flow planning, ensuring financial integrity and operational efficiency.
• Driving the implementation of strategic initiatives that enhance financial visibility and operational performance across the organization.
• Improved working capital efficiency by 180-190%, strengthening liquidity and optimizing cash flow across business operations.
• Streamlined treasury & banking processes, reducing transaction turnaround time by 80% while enhancing forex & trade finance efficiency.
• Strengthened financial reporting and internal control frameworks, improving reporting accuracy and audit compliance by 95%.

Manager – Finance & Commercial / CFO / Controller at Martin Engineering Company India Pvt. Ltd. (MNC) (2016-02 – 2022-04)

• Partnered with the CEO and executive leadership to drive financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, business planning, and performance optimization initiatives.
• Directed IFRS-compliant financial reporting, treasury operations, forex management, Letters of Credit (LC), Bank Guarantees (BG), and trade finance, ensuring robust liquidity management.
• Managed FDI & ECB funding, RBI regulatory compliance, statutory reporting, and strengthened enterprise-wide financial governance, internal controls, and audit readiness.
• Optimized working capital, cash flow management, treasury efficiency, and financial reporting processes, enabling stronger business performance and governance.

Manager – Accounts & Finance at Surin Automotive Pvt. Ltd. (2012-10 – 2016-01)

• Managed end-to-end finance and accounting operations, including financial reporting, taxation, statutory compliance, audit coordination, and financial close activities.
• Led budgeting, MIS reporting, cash flow management & cost control initiatives to strengthen financial planning & operational efficiency.
• Established robust internal controls, governance frameworks & compliance processes, enhancing financial discipline & regulatory adherence.
• Improved management reporting, financial visibility, cash flow monitoring, and cost optimization to support informed business decisions.

Manager – Accounts & Finance at Windals & Windals Engineering Pvt. Ltd. (Eicher Tractors Subsidiary) (2007-07 – 2012-09)

• Managed financial accounting, budgeting, banking, taxation, and statutory compliance while ensuring accurate financial reporting and regulatory adherence.
• Prepared financial statements, MIS reports, and management dashboards to facilitate business planning and executive decision-making.
• Coordinated statutory audits, financial reconciliations, and compliance reviews, ensuring audit readiness and governance excellence.
• Oversaw working capital, banking operations, and treasury activities, supporting liquidity management and operational continuity.

Manager – Accounts at Windals Auto Pvt. Ltd. (2002-04 – 2007-07)

• Managed day-to-day accounting operations, maintaining accurate books of accounts and ensuring timely financial record management.
• Administered statutory taxation, regulatory compliance & financial reporting, ensuring adherence to applicable laws & corporate policies.
• Coordinated with statutory auditors, tax authorities, and government agencies for audits, assessments, and compliance matters.
• Supported financial closing, reconciliations, and accounting controls, contributing to efficient finance operations and reporting accuracy.

MBA in Finance – IGNOU (2010 – 2011)

Bachelor of Laws in LL.B. – Career College of Law, Barkatullah University (2004 – 2005)

Bachelor of Commerce in Accounts & Taxation – Hamedia College, Barkatullah University (2001 – 2002)