Goutham Jayaprakash
@gouthamjayaprakash
I build finance systems that scale multi-unit businesses profitably.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
I co-founded Just Shawarma and scaled its multi-brand QSR business to 25+ outlets and ₹8 Cr in annual system-wide sales. I led capital raising, built DCF models and budgets, improved outlet economics, and increased average monthly revenue per outlet from ₹3 lakh to ₹6 lakh.
Now, as a Fractional CFO at TAG Consultancy Solutions, I help founder-led MSMEs and SMEs improve cash flow, reporting, and strategic decision-making through rolling forecasts, board-ready MIS, KPI dashboards, and finance workflows across Zoho Books, Tally, and Excel. My work spans FP&A, controllership, commercial finance, pricing, working capital, and operational systems.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Fractional CFO
TAG Consultancy Solutions
Dec 2025 - Present (9 months)
Advises MSMEs and SMEs as Fractional CFO, delivering monthly MIS, cash flow forecasts, and board-ready reporting. Built rolling 13-week cash flow forecasts and designed executive dashboards covering EBITDA, cash runway, and KPI trends.
Co-Founder, Head of Finance & Operations
Just Shawarma
Jan 2017 - Sep 2025 (8 years 8 months)
Co-founded and scaled a multi-brand QSR chain to 25+ outlets and ₹8 Cr annual sales. Raised capital, built budgets and forecasts, led pricing strategy, and redesigned supply chain to improve profitability.
Managed full-cycle accounts payable, GL accounting, and month-end close using Tally. Reduced supplier payment cycle from 90 days to 30 days and supported ERP transition to Microsoft Dynamics NAV.
Supported CAs across tax and audit functions during peak periods. Assisted with internal controls audits across 3 client engagements using SAP and Microsoft Dynamics.
Summer Intern
EK Kanoo
May 2014 - Jun 2014 (1 month)
Assisted the accounts team with bank reconciliations on Oracle ERP and gained exposure to the order-to-cash cycle.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Christ University
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours), Commerce
Completed Bachelor of Commerce with Honours, gaining a strong foundation in commerce and finance.
Indian School Bahrain
Higher Secondary Certificate, Commerce
Completed CBSE Class XII in Commerce, building foundational knowledge in business and economics.
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
ACCA Affiliate, Accounting and Finance
Achieved ACCA Affiliate status, demonstrating advanced knowledge in accounting, finance, and strategic management.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
IndiaAuthorized to work in
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Skills
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