Ankit Arora

About Ankit Arora

Finance & Accounting Leader | 20+ Years of Experience | SaaS | Financial Strategy | Compliance & Growth OptimizationWith 20+ years in finance and accounting, I’ve led financial operations, revenue optimization, compliance, and strategic planning for high-growth SaaS companies, Fortune 500 firms, and industry leaders across technology, telecommunications, healthcare, staffing, and consulting. My expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, revenue recognition, and automation enables businesses to scale profitably while maintaining financial integrity. Key Expertise: Financial Leadership & Corporate Finance – Managing multi-million-dollar budgets, capital planning, and financial controls to drive growth. SaaS & Subscription Finance – Specializing in ARR, MRR, deferred revenue, and revenue recognition to maximize profitability. Strategic Financial Planning & FP & A – Turning financial data into business intelligence that drives performance. Compliance & Risk Management – Ensuring GAAP, Nexus, and SOC 2 compliance, strengthening internal controls. Process Automation & Efficiency – Leading automation initiatives and ERP integrations to improve accuracy and efficiency. Executive Financial Advisory – Partnering with CEOs, CFOs, and investors to optimize strategy and decision-making. Career Highlights: Financial Controller | Asset Panda (SaaS Industry) – Leading financial strategy, compliance, and automation for a fast-growing SaaS company. Managing financial reporting, audits, risk assessment, budgeting, and revenue recognition while improving processes and profitability. Previous Roles at Asset Panda: Accounting Manager & Senior Financial Analyst – Built a scalable financial infrastructure, improved compliance, and automated financial reporting and forecasting. Previous Finance & Accounting Roles | Accenture, McKesson, Blockbuster, Ettain Group, Timberhorn, Goodman Networks, Nexus Media – Managed complex financial operations, audits, budgeting, and FP & A across multiple industries. Passionate About: Transforming financial operations into scalable, high-growth engines Leading data-driven decision-making through automation and analytics Optimizing SaaS subscription models, revenue recognition, and cost structures Ensuring compliance, financial integrity, and strategic planning#FinanceLeadership #SaaSFinance #RevenueRecognition #FP & A #FinancialStrategy #GAAP #SOC2 #ProcessAutomation

Experience

1. Financial Controller

   Asset Panda

   Jan 2022 — Present · Frisco, TX, US

   As the Financial Controller at Asset Panda, a leading SaaS company, I oversee financial operations, compliance, and strategic financial management, ensuring financial integrity and supporting scalable growth. I play a key role in financial reporting, revenue recognition, budgeting, risk management, and process automation, driving financial excellence in a dynamic SaaS environment. Key Contributions: Financial Leadership & Oversight – Lead all financial operations, including month-end close, financial reporting, and internal controls, ensuring compliance with GAAP, Nexus Compliance, and SOC 2 standards. SaaS Revenue Recognition & Compliance – Manage subscription-based revenue recognition (ARR, MRR, deferred revenue) while ensuring adherence to industry financial best practices. Budgeting & Cost Management – Develop annual budgets, oversee cost controls, and implement financial strategies to enhance profitability and operational efficiency. Process Automation & Efficiency – Implement financial automation tools, scalable accounting processes, and reporting enhancements, improving financial transparency and efficiency. Audit & Risk Management – Oversee internal and external audits, ensuring financial accuracy, risk mitigation, and adherence to SOC 2 compliance. Executive-Level Financial Reporting – Provide data-driven insights, financial statements, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership.This role allows me to leverage my expertise in financial control, compliance, and strategic financial planning to ensure Asset Panda’s financial strength and operational success in the SaaS industry.#FinancialController #SaaSFinance #RevenueRecognition #GAAP #NexusCompliance #SOC2Compliance #Budgeting #RiskManagement #FinancialReporting #ProcessAutomation

Education

• Naveen Jindal School of Management, UT Dallas

  Bachelor's degree, Accounting and Finance

  2002 — 2006

Skills

• Budgets
• Finance
• Auditing
• Strategy
• Budgeting
• Internal Audit
• Account Reconciliation
• Quickbooks
• Financial Reporting
• Gaap
• Payroll
• Accounts Receivable
• Ifrs
• Accounts Payable
• Financial Accounting
• Sarbanes-Oxley Act
• Financial Analysis
• Cash Flow
• General Ledger
• Variance Analysis
• Cost Accounting
• Internal Controls