Raj Kumar Lekhwani

About Raj Kumar Lekhwani

Senior Finance Leader and CXO with +24 Years of Senior Leadership Experience in Global Operations Record of Facilitating Growth, Profitability, and Streamlined Operations at Country and Regional Levels Proven Performer in Diverse Industry Segments and Multinational Settings END-TO-END FINANCE EXPERIENCE AS CFO: I have contributed across multiple, diverse industry segments, business models, and geographies for mature, growing, and fledgling business operations. My expertise includes business finance and support in strategic and operational functions for controllership, treasury, taxation, JV relationships, internal controls, and compliance. SELF-DRIVEN TO SOLVE BUSINESS CHALLENGES, meet requirements, and achieve goals, I hold myself to a standard of excellence. My innate business sense is supported with a high level of commitment to uncover solutions and opportunities in financial analysis, strategic planning, organizational development, process improvement, business partnerships, and growth. MY LEADERSHIP STYLE OF POSITIVITY and personal connection has always led to great results. I am candid, unbiased, and inclusive, encouraging participation and listening carefully to others’ contributions. An effective team player, I understand how to influence and support others, and I’m able to recognize and communicate hard truths that improve others and myself. I love coaching, sharing, and learning together. THERE IS ALWAYS A BETTER WAY and I am committed to finding it. Whether we need to implement an ERP system in record time, develop a growth strategy that harnesses an emerging customer segment, or improve cash flow by innovating partnerships and government relationships, my internal and external customers know I will do what it takes to bring solutions that foster growth and sustainability. SPECIALTIESOperations Management • Business Analysis • Strategic Planning • Financial Reporting • Taxation • Regulatory Compliance and Advocacy • GAAP and SOX • Budgeting • Forecasting • Risk Management • Internal Controls • Cash Management • Capital Allocation • Cost Recovery • Enterprise Technologies • Digitation and Automation • Communications • Stakeholder Management • Talent Development • Teamwork • Problem SolvingWith over 24 years of extensive finance experience across leading FMCG, Pharma, and FMEG, Capital Goods sectors, I currently serve as the Group CFO and Board Advisor at Allana Group, a diversified global conglomerate with a turnover of $2 billion and operations in over 80 countries worldwide.

Experience

1. Group Chief Financial Officer

   Allana Group

   Aug 2023 — Present · IN

   Strategic Group CFO Transforming Allana Group ($2.5 bn) Financial Landscape | Fostering Growth Through Dynamic Leadership | Financial Excellence | Transforming Businesses, Unlocking Value via Business Restructuring, Merger & Acquisition, IPO readiness, Board Advisor, Investment, land Monetization With roots tracing back to 1865, Allana Group has emerged as India\'s leading exporter of processed food products and agro commodities to 85 countries with overall revenue of $2.5BN.As the Group CFO, I orchestrate a global financial operation overseeing +15 manufacturing facilities globally,+45 companies consolidation, listed entities manage, spanning diverse divisions such as Processed Food, Consumer Goods, Coffee, Pet Food, ICE Cream (London Dairy), Bakery, Poultry, fruits & vegetables and Oil & Fats.As Group CFO, my mission is to serve as the guardian of Allana Group financial health. Beyond achieving key metrics, I\'m dedicated to fortifying business strategy through financial acumen, Restructuring, facilitating robust planning, budgeting, Legal, Tax, Treasury and new edge technology.Strategic Financial Leadership: I drive growth-aligned strategies, steering the organization through complex financial landscapes.Global Operations Management: Integrating diverse facilities globally, I ensure financial efficiency and seamless operations.Comprehensive Finance Oversight: Overseeing taxation, investment, mergers, acquisitions, Tax, Treasury, Legal compliance, and internal control.Strategic Partnerships: Managing key business relationships, contributing to overall success and sustainability.

Education

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Associate’s Degree

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Master's degree