Ganesha M.

About Ganesha M.

Strategic Finance Leader | FP & A | P&L Management | Business Transformation | Digital Finance | Financial Controllership Strategic Finance Leader with 20+ years of expertise in financial transformation, FP & A, financial controllership, and capital management. As a trusted partner to executive leadership, I drive financial strategy, business growth, risk optimization, and corporate governance through data-driven insights, digital finance, and strategic decision-making. Passionate about aligning finance with corporate goals to maximize long-term profitability, operational excellence, and compliance. Trusted financial advisor to executive leadership, influencing high-stakes financial decisions Led finance transformation initiatives, achieving $1M+ in annual cost savings Led financial strategy for a $150M+ P&L, driving profitability, cash flow optimization, and risk management aligned with corporate growth objectives Implemented digital finance & ERP systems, improving financial reporting efficiency by 40% Strengthened financial controllership frameworks, ensuring compliance, internal controls, and governance across business operations Secured INR 20 Cr in funding, strengthening financial resilience and growth potential Developed fundraising strategies, supporting corporate expansion and capital structuring initiatives Looking for: Leadership roles in Finance Business Partnering, FP & A, Financial Controllership, and Business Transformation where I can drive enterprise financial strategy, governance, and sustainable growth. Financial Planning and Analysis | Financial Control | Financial Advisory | P&L Management | Accounting Expertise | Cash Flow Management | Treasury Management | Working Capital Management | Financial Transformation | Forecasting and Budgeting | Global Financial Reporting | Risk Assessment & Mitigation | Compliance and Audit | Leadership and Team Management | Talent Management | Risk Management | Fund Management | Profitability Analysis | ERP Implementation | Costing System | Investment Management | Relationship Building | Strategic Planning

Experience

1. Finance Manager

   Griffith Foods

   May 2022 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Partnered with business leaders to align finance strategy with growth and profitability goals. Led financial transformation initiatives, saving $1M annually through process automation and efficiency improvements. Implemented a digital finance strategy, integrating Power BI and SAP-based reporting to enhance decision-making speed and accuracy. Optimized working capital, reducing DSO by 10+ days and improving liquidity. Managed a $150M+ P&L, ensuring alignment with long-term financial goals. Developed and mentored finance teams, driving leadership growth and innovation in financial strategy. Developed strategic FP & A models, increasing forecasting accuracy and improving profitability. Led cost optimization strategies, improving contribution margins by 4-5%. Secured INR 20 Cr in funding, optimizing capital structure and reducing borrowing costs. Implemented an AI-driven costing system, enhancing pricing strategy and cost control. Led ERP & finance transformation, increasing reporting efficiency by 40%. Partnered with operations & sales teams, ensuring financial alignment with growth initiatives.

Education

• Indira Gandhi National Open University

  Bachelor of Commerce - BCom

  2021 — 2023

• Uttaranchal University

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

  2024