FP&A transformation can make the overall finance function more efficient whilst adding more value through analytical insights. The time for transformation is now!
Kedar Kale
Kedar works as MENA FP&A at Amazon. His previous experience included an experience at Godrej Consumer Products Limited, India's largest homegrown consumer products company. Also, he has previously worked in various finance roles at Colgate-Palmolive and EY. He is an Indian Chartered Accountant, has cleared all levels of the CFA course and has an Advanced Diploma in Management Accounting from the CIMA. He has a keen interest in the future of finance as a function and analytics and loves to write.
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