Sunil Kumar

About Sunil Kumar

At Hippo Stores, our financial strategies bolster company growth, with a focus on strategic planning, budgeting, and forecasting. My role as Chief Financial Officer is underpinned by expertise in financial planning and analysis (FP & A), where we synchronize operational targets with financial objectives. Risk management is a cornerstone of my approach, ensuring that the business navigates uncertainties with robust mitigation plans. Technological innovation in finance is a hallmark of our team\'s success, driving process reengineering and a culture of continuous improvement. Our accomplishments include harnessing advanced analytics to inform business decisions and shape company strategy. By fostering a collaborative environment, we empower teams to identify key performance indicators that align with Hippo Stores\' ambitious vision.

Experience

1. Chief Financial Officer

   Hippo Homes

   Jun 2023 — Present · New Delhi, IN

   Spearheaded a strategic pivot from B2B to B2C, enabling scalable retail growth in the home improvement sector.Redesigned store formats, optimized assortment, and restructured supply chain—achieving a 40% cost reduction and improving inventory turnover and margins.Led working capital transformation: reduced inventory days by 41%, improved receivables by 44%, and unlocked ₹300M in free cash flow.Secured ₹1.75B in term financing and ₹600M in working capital, while building investor confidence through VDD and financial storytelling.Deployed next-gen financial reporting using analytics (70% faster reporting), and strengthened governance via SOPs and internal controls.

Education

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Company Secretary

  1997 — 2001

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Chartered Accountant

  1999 — 2003

• ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education, Hyderabad

  Diploma

  2009