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Kanishka Kabra

Kanishka Kabra

Top Rated Expert Highest rated in Corporate Finance category
Top Skills Controlling in Startups • PnL Design • Compliance • Risk Management • Fund Raising
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₹ 3,000 per hour
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🌱 Got big dreams in business or leadership?

Hey there, I'm Kaniska. With over 12 years of experience, from being a CFO to a Leadership coach, I've got a lot to share with you. I love helping up-and-comers figure out the tricky stuff, especially when it comes to money and leading teams.

🚀 Feeling stuck with finance or leadership?

Been there, done that. Whether it's finding funding, planning your financial future, or just being a better leader, I've got your back. My mission? To give you the tools and confidence to make your vision a reality.

💡 Want to lead with a bit of brain power?

Mixing neuroscience with real-world business, I can show you how to make smarter decisions, be more creative, and keep your cool under pressure. Perfect for anyone wanting to step up their leadership game or just understand themselves better.

🌟 Dreaming of acing it in finance?

With my deep dive into economics and all things money, plus my time in the trenches managing finances for different companies, I can help sharpen your finance skills, get strategic, and stand out in your field.

🔍 A bit more about me... From advising CEOs to mentoring startup founders and everything in between, I've got a knack for making things better—whether it's your career, your team's vibe, or your company's bottom line.

🤔 → 👩‍🔬 → 🚀 Ready to discover what you're really capable of? Let's map out your journey to success together. If you're looking for a mentor who's all in on helping you grow, I'm just a meet away.

Education

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Chartered Accountant, Accounting and Finance
2008 - 2012

 

Calcutta University, Kolkata
Graduation, Commerce
2007 - 2010

 

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certified Public Accountant, Accounting and Finance

2016 - 2016

Professional Experience

Awign

Head of Finance | Jul 2023 - Present · 9 mos

Greater Bengaluru Area · On-site

 

CoreStack

Head of Finance | Oct 2022 - Jul 2023 · 10 mos

Skills: Controllership Functions · Fundraising · Strategy · Budgeting · FP&A

 

Salesken · 2 yrs 9 mos

Vice President Finance | Jan 2021 - Oct 2022 · 1 yr 10 mos

Greater Bengaluru Area

 

AVP finance | Feb 2020 - Jan 2021 · 1 yr

Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India

  • Established and led Finance, Controllership, FP&A, Costing under CEO's office.
  • Drove operational efficiency through cost monitoring and savings initiatives.
  • Oversaw accurate financial reporting, tech stack implementation, and investor relations.
  • Successfully closed Series C funding round.
  • Managed strategic planning, controls implementation, and GTM collaboration for revenue growth.
  • Skills: Fundraising, Strategy, Budgeting, Financial Analysis

 

PwC

Senior Manager | Aug 2017 - Feb 2020 · 2 yrs 7 mos

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

  • Ensuring seemless completion of audit from risk assessment to deliverables and board presentation.
  • Managing a portfolio of clients.
  • Managing multiple engagement teams and stakeholders simultaneously.
  • Supporting the leadership in business development.
  • Identifying areas of improvement in control processes.
  • Reviewing and reporting on internal controls over financial reporting.
  • Reviewing Ind-As and I gaap financial statements.

 

Honeywell HTS

Assistant entity controller | Aug 2015 - Aug 2017 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

  • Month end close support, ensure all accounting and reporting activities are completed as per schedule.
  • Ensure all reported transaction are complete and correct, prepare consolidation adjustment journal where required.
  • Manage audits conducted by internal and external auditors and coordinate in a peer to peer audits.
  • Reviewing all unusual journal entries.
  • Reviewing all deliverables to be reported for local and global complaince.

 

KPMG

Assistant Manager | Nov 2012 - Aug 2015 · 2 yrs 10 mos

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

  • Statutory audit executory role for a portfolio of client.
  • Reviewing the work of team and ensuring quality deliverables.
  • Managing a team ranging between 2 to 10 members.
  • Managing stakeholders relationship.
  • Ensuring complaince with engagement plans and internal quality and risk management procedure.
  • Work on setting up audit procedures and improving engagement quality.

Certifications

CFA Institute, USA
CFA level II, Finance
Nov 2012 - Dec 2014

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Our Offerings

  • 1 on 1 General Consultation:

    During a one-on-one call, users have the opportunity to directly interact with a mentor of their choice.
    This call is ideal for engaging in insightful discussions tailored to your industry insights, trends, general know-how on tasks related to your professions, and career guidance needs.

  • Consultation - Specific insights and PnL planner:

    These sessions can be booked to address specific financial and compliance issues encountered during strategy implementation or the general running of the business. You can use this call to plan your financial strategy as per your company’s needs or brainstorm ideas to structure your process to effectively navigate the compliance web.

  • Interview and Resume Preparation:

    Ace your next job interview and stand out from the crowd with our specialized resume and interview preparation services. From crafting ATS-compliant resumes to mastering interview techniques, we'll help you showcase your skills and land your dream job.

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