Dhaval Shah

About Dhaval Shah

With 13+ years in strategy, finance transformation incl. Financial planning & analysis and Finance Operations. I help organizations unlock value through digital transformation, cost optimization, and process excellence. I’ve led large-scale projects for global clients cross industries in consumer goods, Industrial Products, and manufacturing—delivering 40% process efficiencies, 10–15% cost savings, and improved financial KPIs. As a techno-functional problem solver, I specialize in process and digital transformation, organization design, shared services setup & run, managing large teams and overseeing complex programs as well as designing & implementing digital technologies like AI and advanced analytics. My experience spans primarily in India & APAC geographies with some exposure to the US and Brazil markets and with deep expertise in setting up, transforming and running finance and procurement processes. Recognized for fast-track promotions and multiple awards, I bring analytical rigor, hands-on leadership, and a passion for building high-performing teams.

Experience

1. Strategy Principal

   Accenture

   Jun 2024 — Present

   Digital Finance Transformation – Listed EV Manufacturer (India)Led a team of 12+ consultants to architect and implement future-ready process designs for procure-to-pay, order-to-cash, record-to-report, costing, FP & A, tax, and treasury operations.Defined and delivered “to-be” processes, embedding robust controls and automation to drive efficiency and scalability across all finance functions.Enabled significant process improvements, laying the foundation for future scale-up and supporting the company’s rapid growth trajectory.Championed digital interventions that streamlined workflows, improved compliance, and empowered teams to focus on strategic priorities.Result: Enhanced operational efficiency, strengthened financial governance, and positioned the organization for sustainable expansion in a dynamic industry

Education

• R.A.Podar College of Commerce & Economics

  Bachelor's degree, B.Com

  2007 — 2010

• Fatima High School, Vidyavihar

  Seconday Schooling

  1993 — 2005

• SPJIMR SP Jain Institute of Management & Research

  PGDM, Finance

  2013 — 2015

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Chartered Accountant, Accounting and Finance

  2007 — 2011