Rajesh Bichkar

About Rajesh Bichkar

I am a seasoned Finance Transformation Leader with over 17 years of experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, dedicated to delivering enterprise-wide performance improvements across complex, multi-industry environments. My expertise lies in leading global finance functions, shaping long-term financial strategies, and aligning financial outcomes with business priorities. I am passionate about modernizing reporting frameworks and enhancing the accuracy and timeliness of financial intelligence to support resilient decision-making.As an influential people leader, I have a proven track record of building and mentoring high-performing finance teams while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement. My analytical skills enable me to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable narratives that strengthen executive alignment and organizational confidence. I am committed to driving digital finance transformation and automation to enhance operational efficiency and support strategic objectives.Key Achievements- Reduced MIS turnaround time by approximately 75% through end-to-end automation and process standardization- Improved forecasting and budgeting accuracy by around 30% through strengthened cross-functional collaboration- Enhanced operational efficiency by approximately 33% by leading business process reengineering initiatives- Successfully led the consolidation of critical financial information during a major organizational transition, ensuring accuracy and stakeholder confidence.

Experience

1. Global Head of Financial Planning & Analysis

   Varroc

   Sep 2023 — Present · Pune, IN

   In my current role, I lead enterprise-wide MIS reporting for CXO leadership, delivering real-time dashboards and performance insights that enhance margin visibility and strategic decision-making. I design and deploy KPI-driven reporting frameworks and decision support systems using Qlik sense, ensuring data-driven leadership decisions and consistent performance tracking across business units. I manage end-to-end budgeting, forecasting, and financial closures in collaboration with cross-functional leaders, driving operational efficiency through process transformation and digital enablement.Achievements: I successfully reduced MIS turnaround time by approximately 75% through automation and standardization. Additionally, I improved margin visibility and decision accuracy by implementing KPI-driven dashboards and enhanced forecasting accuracy by around 30% through disciplined planning governance. My initiatives have led to a 33% increase in operational efficiency and improved stakeholder satisfaction through timely financial reporting.

Education

• Savitribai Phule Pune University

  Bachelor of Commerce - BCom, Accounting and Finance

• Sainik School Satara

  Primary and Secondary education, Discipline in life, Patriotism, Life Principles

  1991 — 1998

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Chartered Accountant, Accounting and Finance

  2003 — 2008

• Nirmala Convent High School, Satara

  SSC

  1998 — 2001

Skills

• Erp
• Financial Analysis
• Sap
• Internal Controls
• Toc
• Tqm
• Sap R/3
• Management Information Systems (Mis)
• Financial Reporting
• Accounts Receivable
• Target Costing
• Internal Audit
• Finance
• Mis
• Auditing
• Accounts Payable
• Tax
• Accounting
• Financial Accounting
• Efqm Excellence Model