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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Personal Information
Out Of Office Activities
Skills And Certificates
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Ajit Sudam Mali

Ajit Sudam Mali

Finance Head
Karad

Summary

Currently serving as the Finance Head at Multipro Private Limited, the FMCG distribution arm of the Kellogg’s and Tolaram Group in Ghana. In this leadership role, I oversee a wide range of cross-functional operations including Finance, Treasury, HR, Admin, Warehouse, Logistics, and Procurement. My responsibilities are rooted in deep financial expertise, with a focus on accounting, auditing, compliance, and strategic financial planning.

Previously, I worked as an Executive and Finance Controller at Multipro Consumer Products Limited, the FMCG distribution arm of the Kellogg’s and Tolaram Group in Nigeria. There, I played a key role in managing finance, operations, and statutory audits in a dynamic, high-performance environment.

I am a Chartered Accountant, certified by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI), and hold a Bachelor of Commerce degree from MES Garware College of Commerce, Pune. These academic qualifications support my proficiency in financial accounting, tax compliance, and audit.

I remain committed to leveraging my experience and education to strengthen financial governance, improve operational efficiency, and drive sustainable growth.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Finance Head

Kellogg's, Multipro Private Ltd
09.2024 - Current


  • Leading Finance function of the Ghana FMCG distribution business, overseeing team of > 30 people across finance, treasury, HR, admin, procurement, warehouse, and logistics.
  • Prepare and finalize management accounts, monthly MIS reports, and support board-level financial reporting.
  • Develop and implement annual budgets and 5-year strategic plans, ensuring alignment with business growth objectives.
  • Ensure full compliance with Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), PAYE, and pension regulations, and coordinate regulatory and statutory and internal audits.
  • Manage treasury operations, including fund planning, cash flow management, establishing banking relationships.
  • Oversee the procurement planning for import SKUs, optimizing cost, lead times, and inventory levels.
  • Design and implement internal controls across key operational areas to mitigate risk and improve financial discipline.
  • Drive automation in finance and operations using tools like DMS streamlining processes and enhancing communication.
  • Spearhead company-wide SAP ERP implementation, ensuring effective integration with third-party systems and across departments.
  • Supervise fleet and distribution logistics, ensuring timely product delivery and cost-effective transportation strategies.
  • Mentor junior staff and lead cross-functional teams, playing a key managerial role in organizational development and operational efficiency.

Finance Controller & Audit Executive

Kellogg's, Multipro Consumer Products Ltd
12.2021 - 09.2024


  • Oversaw the monthly and annual financial close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting of financials in line with IFRS and company policy.
  • Managed day-to-day finance operations, price changes including preparation of detailed reports and financial analysis to support strategic decision-making by senior leadership.
  • Conducted the statutory audit of a company with over USD 1 billion turnover, ensuring full compliance with IFRS and local regulatory requirements.
  • Played a pivotal role in the successful SAP ERP implementation, contributing to process mapping, data migration, and end-user training for finance and operations.
  • Ensured timely compliance with tax regulations, statutory filings, and coordinated internal and external audits.
  • Actively supported regulatory inspections, external audits, and financial due diligence exercises for business evaluations and partner onboarding.


Industrial Trainee

Cloudtail India Pvt Ltd ( Amazon Group Company)
08.2020 - 08.2021
  • Fixed asset register automation to oracle systems
  • Prepaid expenses automation to oracle systems
  • GST 2A Reconciliations of entity
  • Assist in month end closing

Articleship Trainee

Hemant Shah & Associates Chartered Accountants
08.2018 - 08.2020
  • Statutory & Tax Audits u/s 44AB of Income Tax Act, 1961 of various companies.
  • Income Tax Compliances, TDS, TCS Returns & Advisory.
  • GST Compliance of Multiple types of entities and GST Audit.
  • GST Returns & GST Refunds on Unutilized ITC.
  • Project Financing (Debt Financing).
  • Special Assignments Related to Scientific Deductions (Sec-32 2ab).

Education

CA Final -

ICAI
Pune
05.2018 - 07.2021

CA Inter -

ICAI
Pune
07.2017 - 05.2018

CA CPT -

ICAI
Pune
05.2017 - 07.2017

B.Com -

Pune University
Pune
04.2018 - 09.2020

XII -

BMCC
Pune
05.2015 - 03.2017

X -

Green Valley Public Scool
Kolhapur
03.2014 - 03.2015

Skills

  • Financial Planning & Analysis

  • Audit & Compliance

  • Strategic Budgeting

Treasury & Fund Management

Balance Sheet Review

Tax Strategy

Deferred Taxation

Variance Analysis

External Relationships

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 06/23/99
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Single

Out Of Office Activities

  • Fitness Enthusiast
  • State Level Gold Medalist in TUG-OF-WAR.
  • Completed Training as MCC (Maharashtra Cadet Corps)

Skills And Certificates

  • ICITSS-Orientation Course-ICAI
  • ITSS-Information Technology-ICAI
  • Excel Certification Course
  • MS Office

Disclaimer

I hereby affirm that the information in this document is true to the best of my knowledge.

Timeline

Finance Head

Kellogg's, Multipro Private Ltd
09.2024 - Current

Finance Controller & Audit Executive

Kellogg's, Multipro Consumer Products Ltd
12.2021 - 09.2024

Industrial Trainee

Cloudtail India Pvt Ltd ( Amazon Group Company)
08.2020 - 08.2021

Articleship Trainee

Hemant Shah & Associates Chartered Accountants
08.2018 - 08.2020

CA Final -

ICAI
05.2018 - 07.2021

B.Com -

Pune University
04.2018 - 09.2020

CA Inter -

ICAI
07.2017 - 05.2018

CA CPT -

ICAI
05.2017 - 07.2017

XII -

BMCC
05.2015 - 03.2017

X -

Green Valley Public Scool
03.2014 - 03.2015
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