Sonam Agarwal
@sonamagarwal1
Finance Operations & Commercial Finance Lead at a UK multi-site business who cut selected product purchase costs from 40% to 25%.
IndiaWhat I'm looking for
At a Confidential UK Chain, I progressed from operational accounting into a broader commercial finance role supporting 8 corporate and franchise locations. I prepare management accounts and forecasts, analyze store- and product-level profitability, and provide owners and senior management with information for commercial decisions.
I also lead supplier sourcing, benchmarking, and procurement; alternative sourcing and negotiation reduced purchase costs on selected products from approximately 40% to 25%. Since 2014, I’ve provided international clients with remote accounting, management reporting, reconciliations, and operational finance support.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Finance Operations & Commercial Finance Lead
Confidential UK Chain
Aug 2025 - Present (1 year 2 months)
Progressed from operational accounting into a broader commercial finance role, supporting 8 corporate and franchise locations. Prepare monthly management accounts, manage budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow, and lead procurement and supplier negotiations.
Founder - Remote Finance & Accounting Services
Self Employed
Jan 2014 - Present (12 years 9 months)
Provide accounting, management reporting, reconciliation, operational finance, and business analysis support to international clients. Manage remote finance assignments and develop customised reporting and process-improvement solutions.
Worked on audit and financial reporting assignments supporting multinational clients and global engagement teams. Supported financial reporting under IFRS and US GAAP and performed financial analysis and audit procedures.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India
Chartered Accountant, Accounting
Chartered Accountant qualification from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India.
St. Xavier's College, Kolkata
Master of Commerce, Commerce
Master of Commerce degree from St. Xavier's College, Kolkata.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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