Kaushik de

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT KAUSHIK DE

Accomplished Finance Leader with years of progressive experience across FMCG, Manufacturing, and Commodity sectors, spanning Business Partnering, FP & A, Corporate Finance, Accounting & Reporting, and Product Risk Management. Known for building strong business partnerships, improving decision-making through data-driven insights, and leading through complexity. Brings 14 years of international experience, including 6 years in Asia Pacific regional leadership, with a consistent record of value creation, governance enhancement, and strategic influence at the executive level.Led and developed high-performing finance and trade control teams across multiple business groups and geographies. Recognized for strong leadership, influence, and cross-functional collaboration, partnering with commercial and operational teams to deliver profitability targets and strategic business goals. Combines a big-picture strategic mindset with a keen attention to detail, ensuring both long-term value creation and operational excellence. Key capabilities include:•Supervised US GAAP and IFRS accounting, financial reporting, and both statutory and internal audits, ensuring compliance and accuracy.•Led Finance Transformation and Change Management initiatives; deep understanding of end-to-end processes including Record-to-Report (RTR), Order-to-Cash (OTC), and Procure-to-Pay (P2P).•Delivered timely statutory audits and compliance reports, enhancing organizational accountability and risk mitigation.•Advised on financial risk management strategies, including commodity, credit, and forex exposures, as well as trading profit and loss analysis.•Reviewed and optimized annual operating plans, including “Go-to-Market” strategies, to drive business performance.•Directed ERP and back-office system implementations across five countries, streamlining processes and improving efficiency.•Conducted comprehensive financial due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, supporting strategic investment decisions.