Ashutosh Agarwal

About Ashutosh Agarwal

Unlocking Growth Narratives: I don’t just crunch numbers, I reveal the stories they tell about resilience, efficiency, and innovation. As Finance Manager at Amazon, I’m applying seven years of global finance leadership to scale impact and drive sustainable growth.Key Highlights:• Chartered Accountant (CPA equivalent in the USA/Canada) with over 7 years at Olam International, where I led transformative finance initiatives across West Africa and Asia• MBA Johns Hopkins Carey Business School (May 2025); graduated in the top 20 percent of my class and inducted into Beta Gamma Sigma• VCIC Global Finals 2024 competitor, leading my team to the championship stage as one of the Top 12 of 72 schools worldwide, and sharpening my strategic investment skills• Global-minded finance business partner who has managed teams on three continents and in seven countries, achieving measurable improvements in decision-making frameworks, operational efficiency, and strategic planningMy Approach & Impact: I don’t just analyze numbers; I craft narratives that empower teams to address complex challenges. My passion for finance ignited when I saw data-driven decisions transform risk into opportunity, and that belief continues to guide me today. From redesigning cost management frameworks in volatile markets to optimizing working capital models, I have driven sustainable financial growth even under pressure. My solution-focused mindset combines analytical rigor with insights to Learn, grow, and solve, always aimed at financial leadership and long-term value creation.Passionate About Growth and Innovation: I thrive at the intersection of finance, strategy, and technology, continually exploring new tools and methodologies. Whether mentoring emerging leaders, collaborating on cross-functional projects, or refining supply chain optimization models, I remain curious and deliver actionable outcomes.Outside of work, I’m an avid Formula 1 and cricket fan.Let’s Connect: I’m eager to leverage my global experience and freshly honed strategic toolkit to drive transformative impact at Amazon and beyond. If you’re interested in collaborating on finance, strategy, or operational efficiency initiatives or anything else, feel free to connect or DM me anytime.

Experience

1. Finance Manager

   Amazon

   Jul 2025 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

Education

• The Johns Hopkins University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Finance, Data Analytics & Innovation (STEM)

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Chartered Accountant

  2012 — 2016

• University of Rajasthan

  Bachelor’s Degree

  2012 — 2015

• The Institute of Company Secretaries of India

  Company Secretary, All India Rank - 14th

  2016