Alok Goenka
@alokgoenka
Strategic finance leader driving GCC setup, digital transformation, and cost-efficient global FP&A operations.
What I'm looking for
I am a strategic finance executive with 25+ years of progressive global finance leadership, specializing in GCC/GBS establishment, FP&A, and digital transformation. I have led end-to-end GCC setups, scaled teams to 100+ members, implemented ERP systems (D365, Workday, Oracle, SAP), and delivered sustained financial impact including turning loss-making operations profitable and achieving six-figure annual savings through RPA and process optimization.
I combine strong compliance and reporting expertise (US GAAP, IFRS, GST, TDS, RBI) with a hands-on approach to automation, analytics, and executive reporting. Currently pursuing CPA and CMA certifications, I focus on building high-performing finance functions that improve productivity, reduce risk, and support scalable global growth.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Head of Finance
Zelis Healthcare India Pvt. Ltd.
Apr 2023 - Aug 2024 (1 year 4 months)
Spearheaded establishment and scaling of the Global Finance Shared Services Centre, growing the team from 0 to 50+ and delivering ~10% cost reduction (~$100K annually) via RPA-driven automation and process redesign.
Senior Director, Finance
Spectraforce Technologies
Apr 2015 - Apr 2023 (8 years)
Led finance GCC scaling to 100+ members and supported revenue growth from $100M to ~$300M, drove ERP (D365 F&O) and RPA implementations that shortened budgeting cycle by 25% and saved $100K+ annually.
Led global FP&A for gaming revenue streams managing $500M+ budgets across US, UK and APAC, improved forecast accuracy by 15% and reduced reporting time by 20% using automated dashboards and scenario modeling.
Financial Analyst, FP&A
Deloitte Support Services India Pvt. Ltd.
Jul 2004 - May 2007 (2 years 10 months)
Improved financial reporting efficiency by 30% through automation and supported US Controllership with monthly business decks, budgeting and headcount analysis using SAP and Business Explorer.
Transitioned and stabilized bank reconciliation and non-life reinsurance processes, supported 1099 tax compliance and completed a six-month onsite assignment in the UK to streamline operations.
Finance Officer
Susknit Garment Exports
Nov 2000 - Mar 2001 (4 months)
Managed bank funds and export banking requirements, prepared accounts and MIS reports, and coordinated taxation and statutory audits to ensure compliance with government tax guidelines.
Finance Trainee
R.K. Patodi & Co.
Sep 1997 - Sep 2000 (3 years)
Supported audits and financial statement preparation, assisting senior accountants with statutory filings and audit schedules.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Udemy
Certificate, Sustainable Finance / ESG
2025 - 2025
Completed a course on ESG and Sustainable Finance integrating ESG metrics into financial strategy in 2025.
Indian Institute of Management Calcutta
MBA (Executive Program), Business Management
Completed the Executive Program in Business Management (MBA executive program) at IIM Calcutta in 2006.
Harvard Business School Online
Certificate, Management & Leadership
Completed the Essentials of Management & Leadership e-learning program in 2005.
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
CA - Inter, Accounting
Completed CA Intermediate level (Chartered Accountant - Inter) in 2000.
Institute of Company Secretaries of India
CS - Inter (Group II), Corporate Law / Governance
Completed CS Intermediate (Group II) in 2000.
Bhawanipur Education Society College, University of Calcutta
Bachelor of Commerce (Hons.), Commerce
Awarded B.Com. (Hons.) from Bhawanipur Education College under the University of Calcutta in 1999.
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