Ritesh Agarwal
CA | Corporate Finance Leader | Driving Profitability & Growth | Expertise in Treasury, Fundraising & Strategic Financial Planning | Research Analyst
- Role
- Deputy General Manager of Finance at Star Cement Ltd
- Location
- Kolkata, IN
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Ritesh Agarwal
Strategic Finance Leader | Chartered Accountant | Driving Profitability & Growth A…
Experience
Deputy General Manager of Finance
May 2012 — Present · Kolkata, IN
Led banking and treasury functions, managing consortiums for working capital and term loan facilities. Successfully negotiated with PSU and private sector banks to optimize borrowing costs, improving financial efficiency. Spearheaded fundraising efforts, securing additional credit facilities and enhancing working capital through structured financial strategies.Prepared and analyzed CMA, DPR, TEV studies, and other financial models to support funding decisions. Ensured seamless regulatory compliance by submitting FFR and QRR to banking institutions.Managed import documentation, LC, BG, and foreign exchange hedging, ensuring smooth international transactions, effective hedging management, and risk mitigation. Developed and monitored financial and operational budgets, implementing variance analysis and cost-control measures to drive efficiency and profitability.Streamlined vendor and customer financing models to support business expansion while maintaining strong liquidity. Collaborated with auditors to strengthen internal controls, resolve objections, and improve financial reporting accuracy.Oversaw engagement with external credit rating agencies, securing and maintaining strong ratings for financial facilities. Led the preparation and finalization of annual and quarterly accounts, ensuring adherence to accounting standards and regulatory frameworks.Directed multiple financial projects, aligning them with corporate objectives to drive revenue growth and profitability. Monitored performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategic interventions.Key Skills: Treasury Management | Fundraising | Corporate FP & A | Budgeting & Forecasting | Cash Flow & Debt Management | Banking & Credit Facilities | Forex & Hedging | Financial Reporting & Compliance | Internal Controls | Stakeholder Management
Education
Shree Jain Vidyalaya, Kolkata
Higher Secondary
1996 — 2001
SA Jaipuria College
B.Com (Hons.)
2001 — 2004
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
CA
2004 — 2008
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