Deepak Sethia

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About Deepak Sethia

Finance, for me, has always been more than numbers — it's about building strong foundations for businesses to grow with confidence As a Chartered Accountant with 11+ years of experience across Education, SaaS, Real Estate, Pharma, Automotive industries and Consulting, I specialize in leading finance, accounting, and taxation functions for global organizations. Currently, as Assistant Finance Controller at NewGlobe Education Services, I manage a dynamic 32-member team, oversee multi-country financial operations, and support strategic decision-making across eight countries My career spans impactful roles at Reputation.com, Ascendas, Dr. Reddy’s, Bosch, and Ernst & Young, where I have driven cost savings, optimized reporting frameworks, led audits, and built global finance teams. Achievements like saving annually and strengthening SPAC audit readiness reflect my commitment to operational excellence An ICAI-qualified Chartered Accountant (first attempt) and Osmania University graduate, I’ve been recognized for leadership and analytical excellence, including being awarded the Times NIE “Student of the Year.” I stay passionate about continuous learning, global financial standards, and technology-driven finance practices Passionate about knowledge-sharing, I run "F for Finance" — a platform aimed at demystifying financial concepts for a broader audience. I actively volunteer with professional networks and community organizations, reinforcing my belief that leadership is about service as much as it is about success If you believe finance can be a catalyst for real change — not just number-crunching — I’d love to connect