Krish Nayak

Enterprise Finance & Transformation Leader with 20+ years driving global finance strategy, operating model transformation, and shared services across US, Europe, and APJ. Trusted C-suite advisor on commercial strategy, governance, M&A integration, transfer pricing, and statutory IndAS/US GAAP reporting. Spearheaded finance BCDR frameworks, digital transformation, and automation (RPA/AI) to accelerate decision-making, improve efficiency, and ensure operational resilience.

Championed CSR programs, delivering measurable social impact, and built high-performing global teams. Currently leading Salesforce-enabled finance operations, aligning global processes with business strategy to enable growth, agility, and competitive advantage.

Head of Finance & Shared Services - Informatica Business Solutions Pvt. Ltd. - Bangalore

(2005-04 - 2026-05)

Built and led global finance and shared services operations, establishing Bangalore as a strategic hub supporting US, Europe, and APJ. Consolidated 15+ processes and managed up to 100% of global volumes, delivering significant efficiency gains and cost optimization. The shared services organization managed processes including accounts receivable, travel & expense, data stewardship, sales commissions, billing, revenue recognition, general ledger, procurement, and accounts payable — supported by a team of about 100 professionals.

Acquired by Salesforce in Nov 2025.

• Oversaw statutory IndAS audits and US GAAP financial reporting, ensuring compliance, transparency, and readiness for external review across multiple jurisdictions.
• Reduced month-end close from 7 to 3 days through process re-engineering, automation, and strong governance cadence, setting enterprise benchmarks.
• Directed global transfer pricing strategy including APA and MAP initiatives.
• Established enterprise-wide Finance Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery (BCDR) framework ensuring uninterrupted global finance operations.
• Established and governed a multi-year automation roadmap, embedding scalable and future-ready finance capabilities.
• Developed and implemented Finance BCDR strategy to ensure operational resilience, uninterrupted financial operations, and rapid recovery across global shared services hubs.
• Provided leadership in finance shared services by vetting high‑value India customer deals, applying revenue recognition standards (VSOE and ASC 606) to ensure compliance and governance.
• Defined global operating models and standardized processes to enhance scalability, control, and service delivery consistency.
• Enabled Seamless M&A Integration (3 Transactions), aligning finance, operations, and culture with zero business disruption.
• Drove Cost & Employee Experience Innovation, including initiatives like a laptop buyback program (40% cost reduction) and in-house payroll transformation, improving efficiency and engagement.
• Served as a trusted advisor to C-suite leadership, aligning finance with business strategy and enabling informed decision-making.
• Led finance function in India and partnered with SOX teams on risk assessment, control design, and RCM documentation, strengthening compliance and governance.
• Built and led global teams, driving capability development, leadership depth, and a culture of accountability and performance.
• Championed organization-wide initiatives to enhance employee experience, engagement, and operational effectiveness.
• Partnered with Sales and Operations to drive commercial alignment and revenue frameworks.
• Strengthened financial controls, risk management, and audit readiness across regions.
• Led company-wide CSR strategy, guiding the CSR committee on project selection, approving and overseeing spend, and ensuring measurable impact for beneficiaries across multiple geographies.
• Collaborated with HR, IT, and infrastructure teams to support organizational scale, expansion, and operational readiness.

Finance & Operations Roles - Multiple MNC Startups - Bangalore

(2004 - 2005)

Manager - Operations - Poorna Solutions (BPO division of BKR & Co) - Bangalore

(2002 - 2004)

Finance Manager & Management Accountant - Foseco India Ltd. - Castrol Group - Bangalore

(2000 - 2002)

Chartered Accountant (CA) - Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

Post Graduate Executive Management Program (PGEMP) - Bangalore

B.Com. - Mahatma Gandhi Memorial College, Mangalore University

Executive Education - Strategy & Finance Integration - Indian School of Business

Executive Education - Leadership & Corporate Accountability - Harvard Business School

CA Articleship - Ford, Rhodes, Parks & Co. New Delhi