Anil Devadiga

Results-driven Finance Controller with 21+ years of progressive experience across trading, banking, stockbroking, fleet planning, fuel procurement, and manufacturing industries. Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, cash flow management, statutory compliance, and strategic financial planning. Proven track record of leading finance teams, implementing internal controls, and driving process automation through ERP systems (SAP, Tally, Odoo).

Skilled in multi-currency operations, MIS reporting, and aligning financial systems with business strategy.

Finance Controller - Karan Petroleum Zambia Limited - Lusaka, Zambia

(2025-10 - 2026-02)

• Direct end-to-end financial operations including budgeting, financial reporting, cash flow management, and statutory compliance for a fuel procurement and trading entity.
• Strengthened internal controls and enhanced financial visibility across procurement and trading activities, reducing reporting cycle time.
• Oversee multi-currency transactions (USD, ZMK) and coordinate with banks, external auditors, and regulatory bodies to ensure full compliance.
• Prepare monthly MIS reports, cash flow forecasts, and P&L statements for senior leadership and board review.

Deputy General Manager - Group 7 Guards (India) Pvt. Ltd. - Worli, Mumbai

(2025-01 - 2025-10)

• Oversaw financial reporting, budgeting, and statutory compliance for multi-location operations across India.
• Improved financial controls and streamlined month-end close and reporting processes, enhancing accuracy and timeliness.
• Delivered strategic financial insights to senior management to support business decision-making and cost optimization.

Purchase Controller - Maritas Fleet Pvt. Ltd. - Vashi, Mumbai

(2023-11 - 2024-12)

• Managed procurement finance, vendor payment processing, and cost control across fleet operations.
• Coordinated with logistics and operations teams to optimize purchasing workflows and reduce procurement costs.
• Supported budgeting, expense monitoring, and variance reporting for fleet procurement activities.

Finance Controller - Mount Meru Group - Andheri, Mumbai

(2017-07 - 2023-10)

• Led full-spectrum finance functions including general accounting, taxation, statutory audits, payroll processing, and MIS reporting for trading and manufacturing operations.
• Drove budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis cycles; provided variance analysis to management for corrective action.
• Spearheaded ERP implementation initiatives, SOP development, and process automation, significantly improving operational efficiency.
• Managed multi-currency invoicing (USD, MWK, TZS, ZMK) and international shipping documentation for cross-border transactions.
• Handled GST, TDS, and service tax compliance; coordinated with auditors and tax consultants for timely filings.

Senior Accounts Officer - Transworld Furtichem Pvt. Ltd. - Vashi, Mumbai

(2015-08 - 2017-07)

• Managed full-cycle accounting, bank reconciliations, invoicing, and statutory compliance.
• Coordinated with logistics teams for import-export documentation, ensuring accuracy of stock movements and customs filings.

Assistant Manager – Accounts - Darashaw & Company Pvt. Ltd. - Nariman Point, Mumbai

(2010-05 - 2015-06)

• Managed client accounting, financial reporting, reconciliations, and financial analysis for stockbroking operations.
• Supported internal and external audits and ensured ongoing regulatory compliance with SEBI guidelines.

Account Executive - Standard Chartered Bank (formerly UTI Securities Ltd.) - Goregaon, Mumbai

(2009-02 - 2010-05)

• Responsible for Fixed Asset Management (Accounting, Depreciation Reporting)
• Direct and Indirect Tax working, payment and return file.

Account Executive - Brics Securities Ltd. (formerly Birla Sunlife Securities Ltd.) - Worli, Mumbai

(2004-10 - 2009-02)

• Supported accounting operations, reconciliations, and reporting within capital markets environments.

Masters in financial management - Financial Management - Mumbai University (2008 - 2011)

Masters in commerce - Commerce - University of Mumbai (2005 - 2007)

Bachelors in commerce - Commerce - University of Mumbai (2001 - 2004)