Devin Idippily

Background

About Devin Idippily

I bring nearly a decade of experience in helping companies manage their end-to-end finance tasks and achieve their financial objectives, with the last 5 years dedicated to leading successful managerial roles. My journey encompasses a deep understanding of financial intricacies, data-driven decision-making, and strategic planning and driving companies toward the achievement of their financial objectives. Leveraging my extensive managerial experience, I've consistently built and guided teams toward organizational growth. Hands-on leader with in-depth knowledge of IFRS and tax legislation, diverse skills in SAP/ERP, project management, and strong analytical skills with attention to detail. Skilled in achieving EBIT enhancements, process excellence, regulatory compliance, financial reporting and budgeting, and ensuring financial stability. Here are some of my key achievements,* Successfully managed SAP S4 Hana (PS, FICO, MM, and PP Modules) implementation project.* Exhibited exceptional project management skills, leading a four-member team for three years to ensure the timely completion of the Annual report.*Secured USD 4.5 million in bank facilities through successful negotiations with relationship managers over three years.*Awarded a Certificate of Merit for the 2019/20 Annual Report at the 55th Annual Report Awards by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka.*Critically analyzed cost structure and recommended disposal of obsolete inventory, resulting in a remarkable 182% year-over-year increase in other operating income. Additionally, I am an advocate of synergy and believe that “One plus one equals three, or six, or sixty—you name it.” I have a passion for numbers and am intrigued by complex problems and there is no better feeling than solving them even if it takes hours and hours of thinking, brainstorming, and crunching numbers. Learning new things whether it be related to my field of expertise or not is something that I love doing. During my spare time, I read self-help books to transcend my thinking. “Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill” is one of my all-time favorite books.