Kalyani Raju

Driving Financial Strategy, Cost Optimization, and Compliance for Sustainable Business Growth As a Finance Professional with over a decade of experience in financial planning, analysis, budgeting, and compliance management, I specialize in P&L oversight, cost optimization, stakeholder engagement, and financial reporting. With a strong background in cross-functional collaboration and risk management, I have successfully led financial strategies for multinational organizations. Most recently, as Deputy Finance Manager at Syngene International, I managed $100M in operational expenses, optimized financial planning and forecasting processes, and introduced cost-saving measures to enhance profitability. Prior to this, I played key roles in commercial finance at Diageo India and financial reporting at Mercedes-Benz R&D India, streamlining operations and improving efficiency. Key Strengths & Impact: ✔ Managed P&L oversight for $100M, ensuring financial accuracy and cost control. ✔ Led budgeting and forecasting, improving financial efficiency across departments. ✔ Optimized trade spend accounting, ensuring accurate accruals and reconciliations. ✔ Implemented cost-saving strategies, increasing profitability for global stakeholders. ✔ Awarded Best Performer at Syngene International for streamlining budgeting processes. ✔ Recognized with the ABCD Award at Mercedes-Benz for vendor payment process optimization. I am eager to leverage my expertise in financial strategy, data-driven decision-making, and business planning to drive financial excellence in dynamic organizations