Jai Prakash Kothari

About Jai Prakash Kothari

Chartered Accountant with over 11 years of post-qualification experience in finance…

Experience

1. Financial Controller

   Diam Display India Private Limited

   Apr 2024 — Present · Pune, IN

   Achieved EBITDA in line with set targets through effective financial planning and cost optimization.• Monitoring annual budget plans and conducting periodic variance analysis to ensure profitability and cost efficiency.• Tracking project-wise revenue, costs, and profitability while implementing corrective actions to maintain desired margins.• Overseeing monthly cash flows, optimized working capital, and managing funding requirements to support business operations.• Achieved a reduction in overdue ratio from 65% to 35% within six months by implementing proactive credit control measures and structured follow-up mechanisms.• Established strong financial controls and audit processes, ensuring compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.• Administering project accounting software Epicor for accurate cost tracking, reporting, and analysis.• Presenting financial insights and strategic recommendations to the Managing Director and Group Financial Controller in France to support key decision-making.• Leading the finance and accounting team, collaborating with project managers, clients, vendors, and auditors on financial matters.

Education

• Jai Narain Vyas University

  B.Com (Hons.), Accounting and Related Services

  2011 — 2014

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Chartered Accountant, Accounting and Related Services

  2011 — 2015