Professional Summary
Professional Overview
Ram Khandelwal is an experienced finance professional with a strong background in strategic finance, financial planning and analysis (FP&A), and corporate development. As the Head of Strategic Finance at Innovaccer, he is responsible for driving the company's financial strategy, financial modeling, and investor relations.
Experience Summary
Current Role
Head of Strategic Finance at Innovaccer (2021 - Present)
- Oversees the company's financial strategy, including capital allocation, budgeting, and forecasting
- Leads the FP&A team in developing robust financial models and reports to support data-driven decision-making
- Manages investor relations, including communicating the company's financial performance and growth plans to key stakeholders
Career Progression
Head of Finance - International Expansion at CARS24 (2020 - 2021)
- Spearheaded the company's international expansion strategy, evaluating new market opportunities and developing financial models to assess feasibility
- Played a pivotal role in securing funding for CARS24's global expansion, contributing to the company's successful Series E fundraising round
Head of Business Finance - FP&A and Investor Relations at CARS24 (2019 - 2020)
- Drove the transformation of the company's FP&A function, implementing advanced financial planning and reporting processes
- Strengthened CARS24's investor relations by enhancing financial transparency and communication with key stakeholders
Co-Founder at Life on Internet Technologies Pvt. Ltd. (2018 - 2019)
- Co-founded a technology startup focused on developing innovative solutions for the education sector
- Responsible for strategic planning, financial management, and fundraising activities
Academic Background
Ram Khandelwal holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from the Indian School of Business, where he specialized in Finance and Strategy. He also earned a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) degree in Mechanical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology, Rourkela.
Areas of Expertise
- Strategic financial planning and analysis
- Corporate finance and capital allocation
- Investor relations and fundraising
- Financial modeling and forecasting
- International expansion and market entry strategy
- FP&A process optimization and implementation
Professional Impact
- Spearheaded the financial strategy and international expansion efforts at CARS24, contributing to the company's significant growth and successful Series E fundraising
- Transformed the FP&A function at CARS24, driving data-driven decision-making and enhancing financial transparency
- Co-founded a technology startup and managed the financial and operational aspects of the business
Conclusion
With his impressive track record in strategic finance, financial planning, and corporate development, Ram Khandelwal is well-positioned to drive Innovaccer's financial strategy and contribute to the company's continued growth and success. His extensive experience in the technology and finance sectors, coupled with his strong analytical and leadership abilities, make him a valuable asset to any organization.