Vikash Agarwal

About Vikash Agarwal

At Levi Strauss & Co, I am entrusted with upholding the financial integrity of the India business, ensuring meticulous financial reporting, and managing nuanced taxation protocols. This role has enabled me to harness my expertise in statutory and financial controlling, particularly in the realms of audit supervision and treasury operations.Collaborating closely with executive leadership, my focus is on fortifying the organization\'s financial framework and contributing to strategic decision-making. Driven by a commitment to excellence, I play a pivotal role in directing the company\'s financial trajectory, leveraging my extensive experience to cultivate financial resilience and operational efficiency.

Experience

1. Finance Controller

   Levi Strauss & Co.

   Dec 2019 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

   Responsible for maintaining robust financial and operational control environment for India business.Overall responsible for the financial governance and all aspects of financial reporting including Monthly Closing, Statutory/ Internal AuditManage the entire protocols over Indirect & Direct Taxation including Transfer Pricing and APA ( Advance Pricing Agreement )Responsible for treasury operations including cash forecasting, Accounts Payable function and end to end payroll management

Education

• The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India

  Chartered Accountant, Accounting and Finance

  1997 — 2002

• Thr Institute of Company Secretary of India

  Final - Group-1, Company Law and Secreterial Practice

• St. Patrick's H.S. School, Asansol

  ICSE Class X

• St. Xavier's College Kolkata

  Bachelors in Commerce -B.Com (Hons), Business/Commerce, General

  1996 — 1999