Sojanya Bum
Thane
Summary
Chartered Accountant with 16+ years of leadership experience in Finance & Accounts across NBFCs, Banks, and Big 4 consulting firm. Proven expertise in managing the Balance sheet and implementing the controls in finance processes, fundraising, financial planning, RBI compliance, automation of finance processes, and board-level reporting. Track record of driving process efficiency, managing lender relations, and delivering business-aligned financial strategies.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Sr. Vice President – Finance & Accounts
Svasti Microfinance Private Limited
Mumbai
09.2020 - Current
- Manage end-to-end Finance and Accounts for NBFC-MFI with ₹1,300 Cr AUM, ensuring compliance with RBI and other regulators.
- Led fundraising initiatives, raising ₹2,400 Cr in debt at a competitive cost of funds.
- Implemented automation in finance processes, reducing manual errors, and improving turnaround time.
- Implemented controls in the financial processes.
- Strengthened lender and investor relations, ensuring adequate liquidity.
- Prepared business plans, tracked performance, and presented quarterly updates to the Board.
Vice President – Finance
IDFC Bank Limited
08.2015 - 08.2020
- Contributed to core finance team managing standalone and consolidated financial statements and annual report preparation.
- Ensured compliance through successful migration to Ind-AS reporting, achieving audit readiness.
- Designed and implemented accounting frameworks for new product launches and system integrations.
- Coordinated with auditors, audit committee, and RBI to maintain regulatory compliance.
- Led financial system migration projects that enhanced accuracy and operational efficiency.
Senior Manager – Finance
HDFC Bank Limited
08.2011 - 08.2015
- Prepared US GAAP financials & ensured SEC compliances
- Managed disclosures, annual report, and statutory filings within the tight timelines
- Handled RBI and regulatory requirements seamlessly.
- Assisted CFO on specific projects
- Prepared IGAAP financials, and handled consolidation at Bank and at the Parent level
Associate
Price Waterhouse
Mumbai
06.2009 - 08.2011
- Conducted statutory audits for Goldman Sachs India, Franklin Templeton AMC, and CLSA India.
- Led IFRS audits for Mauritius and Cyprus, managing inter-office coordination.
- Coordinated audit teams of 3 to 6 members to ensure delivery of high-quality financial reviews.
Article Assistant
K. S. Aiyar & Co.
Mumbai
04.2006 - 04.2009
- Led internal audits, statutory audits, and compliance reviews for listed and unlisted companies.
- Conducted process walkthroughs, risk assessments, and control testing to identify areas of improvement.
- Ensured adherence to Accounting Standards and regulatory norms through rigorous evaluation.
Education
Chartered Accountancy (Final) -
ICAI
01.2008
B.Com -
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s
01.2006
Chartered Accountancy (PE-II) -
ICAI
01.2005
AISSCE (CBSE) -
Kendriya Vidyalaya
01.2003
Skills
- MS Excel (Advanced)
- PowerPoint
- Oracle
- Core Banking Systems
- LMS
Websites
Accomplishments
- Secured All India Rank 44 in C.A. P.E. II, Nov 2005
- Awarded Best Article Assistant, K. S. Aiyar & Co., 2009
- Awarded GEM (Going the Extra Mile), PwC, for outstanding project delivery
Hobbies and Interests
- Sports enthusiast – Badminton
- Cricket
- Chess
Timeline
Sr. Vice President – Finance & Accounts
Svasti Microfinance Private Limited
09.2020 - Current
Vice President – Finance
IDFC Bank Limited
08.2015 - 08.2020
Senior Manager – Finance
HDFC Bank Limited
08.2011 - 08.2015
Associate
Price Waterhouse
06.2009 - 08.2011
Article Assistant
K. S. Aiyar & Co.
04.2006 - 04.2009
Chartered Accountancy (Final) -
ICAI
B.Com -
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s
Chartered Accountancy (PE-II) -
ICAI
AISSCE (CBSE) -
Kendriya Vidyalaya