Vartika Agarwal
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Proficient in ERP systems including SAP ECC, SAP S/4 HANA, and Oracle, with expertise in data and productivity tools such as Advanced Excel and Power BI. Skilled in governance and risk management platforms like GSAP Risk Tools and CRM systems, ensuring effective operational oversight. Adept at leveraging technology to optimise business processes and drive efficiency across diverse organisational functions.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work history
Manager Finance & Accounts
ITOCHU India Pvt. Ltd.
Gurgaon, India
11.2017 - 03.2025
- Directed end-to-end finance, audit & risk operations: GL, AP/AR, treasury, closings, FX & reporting.
- Oversaw cash flow management, budgeting, forecasting & working capital optimization.
- Ensured full compliance with IFRS, Corporate Tax, GST/VAT, Transfer Pricing and managed statutory, internal, risk based and global audits in coordination with big 4 firms.
- Formulated and deployed accounting, financial, internal & risk control and IT policies, procedures and manuals.
- Led internal control frameworks, driving remediation programs in business process, inventory, fixed asset, authority delegation, IT operations, ledger checking, balance confirmations, transactional testing, etc.
- Chaired Risk & Credit Control Committee, evaluating new business proposals, acquisitions and mitigating risk exposure & driving cost optimization and profitability improvements.
- Oversaw ERP (SAP S/4 HANA, ECC, Cloud Box) implementations and enhancements for Accounting, Risk & Credit Management.
- Collaborated with leadership, HQ (Japan), bloc offices, legal, HR, business Development teams and external auditors (big 4) for financial & corporate governance, strategic compliance and operational alignment.
- Global Japanese conglomerate with multiple verticals over 65 countries; Fortune Global top 100
Head Accounts & Finance
Just Funky India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2015 - 11.2016
- Set up and led finance, ERM, taxation and payroll division for India and overseas operations.
- Ensured compliance with Corporate Governance, FEMA, Taxation and Secretarial standards.
- Framed and implemented SOPs & policies for finance, governance, risk, audit and internal control.
AGM Accounts & Costing
Orient Craft Ltd.
12.2013 - 05.2015
- Led cost accounting, FP&A, tax compliances & internal control for large scale garment manufacturing & exporter.
- Conducted profitability and segment-wise analysis of various cost models under “First Sale Program.”
Assistant Manager Accounts & Finance
RMX Joss Pvt. Ltd.
07.2008 - 02.2011
- Managed day to day accounting, closing, financial reporting, cost reduction, fund flow, taxation & payroll.
- Implemented accounting controls ensuring financial integrity & timely statutory compliance including audits.
Team Lead Audit & Taxation
G. Sharan & Co.
02.2004 - 06.2008
- Preparation of Financial Statements, tax computation, MCA 21 Project compliances and stakeholder coordination.
- Conducted statutory, internal, ISA, risk based, bank, stock audits across diverse industries.
Education
Chartered Accountant (FCA) -
ICAI - May 2004
Company Secretary (ACS) -
ICSI - June 2008
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) -
ISACA(USA) - Dec 2010
Diploma in Information System Audit (DISA) -
ICAI - May 2006
Certification in Valuation -
ICAI - May 2011
Masters in Commerce (M. Com) -
St. John's College, Agra University, India - March 2003
IndiaSkills
- ERP & Systems: SAP ECC, SAP S/4 HANA, Appi Square, Navision, Oracle, Visual Gems, Tally ERP
- Data & Productivity Tools: Advanced Excel, Word
- Governance & Risk Management Tools: GSAP Risk Tools, Cloud Box, CRM Platforms
Languages Proficiency
English, Hindi
Beginner
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
- Reduced operational risks by 65% through ERM framework implementation, resulting in enhanced business continuity, compliance and strong internal control.
- Led credit control strategy, achieving 100% receivables collection for principal operations and 80% for agency business, improving cash flow and working capital efficiency.
- Converted Financial Statement (FS) from GAAP to IFRS, ensuring global statutory compliances and improving reporting accuracy by 30%.
- Implemented SAP S/4 HANA & Cloud ERP system, reducing data processing time by 40% and enhancing data security and real time financial visibility for cross border operations.
- Spearheaded enterprise-wide policies, manuals, guidelines and procedures for accounts, finance, risk, and internal controls, ensuring alignment with statutory and corporate governance frameworks.
- Built & led multicultural finance & ERM teams, mentoring professionals across India, UAE and overseas offices, and coordinating with Big 4 auditors.
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Strategic Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
- Enterprise & Financial Risk Management, Business Continuity Planning, Internal Audit
- IFRS / GAAP / Regulatory Compliances
- Cross-Border Financial Operations, Corporate Tax, Treasury, Budgeting, Forecasting & Cash Flow Optimization
- Internal Controls (ICFR), Corporate Governance & Audit – Statutory, Risk-based, IT
- Stakeholder Engagement including big 4 firms & Reporting to senior management, audit committees, etc.
- ERP Systems implementation & Hands-on use – SAP S/4 HANA, ECC, Appi Square, Oracle, Navision
- Financial Transformation, Design & Implemented Policies, SOPs & Manuals
- Leadership Development & Cross-Cultural Team Management
Timeline
Manager Finance & Accounts
ITOCHU India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2017 - 03.2025
Head Accounts & Finance
Just Funky India Pvt. Ltd.
06.2015 - 11.2016
AGM Accounts & Costing
Orient Craft Ltd.
12.2013 - 05.2015
Assistant Manager Accounts & Finance
RMX Joss Pvt. Ltd.
07.2008 - 02.2011
Team Lead Audit & Taxation
G. Sharan & Co.
02.2004 - 06.2008
Chartered Accountant (FCA) -
ICAI - May 2004
Company Secretary (ACS) -
ICSI - June 2008
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) -
ISACA(USA) - Dec 2010
Diploma in Information System Audit (DISA) -
ICAI - May 2006
Certification in Valuation -
ICAI - May 2011
Masters in Commerce (M. Com) -
St. John's College, Agra University, India - March 2003