Vijay A Nichani

About Vijay A Nichani

Financial Turnaround Leader | Delivering Double-Digit EBITDA GrowthProven expertise in GCC and GBS setup with driving cost optimization, margin expansion, and P&L ownership across multi-million EUR portfolios spanning Multi-Tower and Multi-Business Line Deals. Global Service Delivery Executive | Leading 850+ Across 5 ContinentsCommanding cross-functional teams in India, Poland, China, Guatemala, and Brazil to deliver seamless, scalable operations in Finance & Procurement. Transformation Catalyst | Automation, Analytics & GenAI in ActionDelivered 20–30% productivity gains through RPA, Power BI, OCR, and S/4HANA—future-proofing delivery with GenAI and intelligent automation. Transition Specialist | Zero-Disruption Onsite MigrationsLed successful transitions in Russia, Germany, and Luxembourg—reducing costs, accelerating consolidation, and improving reporting timelines.🤝 Builder of Referenceable Relationships | €54M+ in RenewalsSecured long-term client trust through strategic engagement, DEI leadership, and analyst recognition from Gartner, Everest, and HFS.

Experience

1. Senior Director - Finance & Procurement Service Delivery

   Capgemini

   Jul 2021 — Present · Bangalore, IN

   P&L Ownership Delivered cost savings and margin improvement by restructuring grade mix, automating transactional processes, and optimizing delivery locations. Achieved double-digit EBITDA growth through disciplined cost control and revenue stream optimization. Client Productivity Alignment Negotiated and implemented productivity-linked compensation models, aligning delivery with contractual SLAs and driving 10–15% efficiency gains. Ensured budget adherence and zero penalty compliance through proactive client engagement Team Leadership Led a high-performing, diverse team across geographies, achieving 100% completion of annual appraisals and >90% retention of top talent. Built a leadership pipeline by mentoring mid-level managers, resulting in 3 internal promotions to senior roles. Key AccomplishmentsPositioned Capgemini as a Leader in Finance & Accounting Services through strategic analyst engagement and client reference programs, recognized by Gartner, Everest, and HFS.Drove DEI outcomes with 65% female workforce and a 2% inclusivity ratio, contributing to an inclusive workplace.Secured multi-year client renewals by converting short-term 1+1+1 contracts into consolidated 3-year dealsChampioned sustainability in finance operations, leading carbon reduction initiatives aligned with ESG goals.Delivered 20–30% productivity uplift through RPA implementations & automation of high-volume processes.Real-time decision-making by deploying Power BI dashboards and integrating OCR, Blackline, and S/4HANA tools.Developed Gen AI assets for document intelligence and automated 3-way matching, reducing manual effort by 60%. Pre-Sales & Solutioning ImpactLed winning RFP responses with tailored value propositions, securing deals worth $14M+ in annual revenue.Designed Rightshore models & pricing (Fixed Fee, FTE, Outcome-based) improving deal profitability by 15–20%.Orchestrated seamless service transitions with zero disruption

Education

• Bangalore University

  Bachelor's Degree in Commerce from M.E.S. College of Arts; M.E.S. College of Arts, Commerce and Science; Commerce and Science

  1998 — 2003

• Nagasena Vidyalaya, Bangalore

  SSLC

  1993 — 1998

• Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies

  PGDBA, Finance

  2004 — 2006

• CA Intermediate - Institute Of Chartered Accountants of India

  Post Graduation Diploma, Business Administration

  2003 — 2005

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  CA Intermediate, Accounting

  2003 — 2005

• Karnataka State Open University

  B.COM, Finance & Commerce

  1998 — 2003

Skills

• Internal Audit
• Fixed Assets
• Accounts Receivable
• Variance Analysis
• Risk Management
• Team Management
• Account Reconciliation
• General Ledger
• Business Process Improvement
• Analysis
• Bpo
• Accounts Payable
• Business Process
• Business Development
• Sarbanes-Oxley Act
• Mis
• Internal Controls
• Accounting
• Management
• Strategic Financial Planning
• Tax
• Financial Reporting
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Auditing