Madhur Gupta

About Madhur Gupta

Numbers alone don’t tell the full story of a business. Behind every financial model, balance sheet, or cost optimization lies the ability to translate complexity into clarity, and that’s where my journey as a finance leader begins. Over two decades ago, as a young Chartered Accountant, I realized finance was more than compliance; it was a compass for decision-making, risk navigation, and long-term growth. That realization has shaped my career ever since.Today, I serve as a CFO & Operations Head, steering strategic finance and operational excellence while leading diverse teams toward performance and profitability. Along the way, I’ve had the privilege of navigating mergers, ERP transitions, and delivering measurable impact in profitability, liquidity, and governance. Whether it was restoring EBITDA margins, driving cost efficiencies, or building financial resilience, my focus has remained consistent, turning challenges into opportunities for sustainable growth.My leadership philosophy rests on three pillars:• to anticipate shifts in markets, costs, and compliance frameworks.• by leveraging technology, ERP systems, and digital enablement to improve agility.•, where I work as a trusted advisor to boards, CEOs, and investors, aligning financial insights with enterprise strategy.The finance function, in my view, is no longer just about control; it’s about influence, foresight, and resilience. I’ve seen first-hand how the right financial decisions can unlock innovation, empower teams, and secure business continuity even in times of disruption.

Experience

1. CFO & Operations Head

   HarperCollins Publishers India

   Nov 2023 — Present · Gurugram, IN

   As CFO & Operations Head, I lead financial strategy and operational excellence, working with cross-functional teams to enhance profitability, strengthen governance, and drive organizational resilience. My role is cantered on aligning finance with enterprise strategy while improving efficiency across processes and operations: • Achieved a % through optimized print runs and improved demand planning. • Enhanced EBITDA by cutting printing costs and overheads, generating ₹. • Launched a new employee claims app, delivering ₹. • Strengthened working capital and liquidity management, optimizing cash flow. • Elevated financial insights presented to boards, investors, and key stakeholders. • Restored profitability, improving %

Education

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Chartered Accountant, Finance, Accounting, Taxation, Business Studies

• Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta

  Executive Programme in Leadership and Management , Organizational Leadership

  2016 — 2017

• Panjab University, Chandigarh

  Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Business/Commerce, General