Vishvanath Krishnan

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About Vishvanath Krishnan

Strategic Finance Leader with 18+ years of cross-industry experience across Construction, Oil & Gas, Energy, and Manufacturing, driving financial governance, capital efficiency, and sustainable business performance. Adept at translating corporate strategy into actionable financial plans, optimizing cash and capital structures, and partnering with C-suite and Boards to deliver long-term value.Proven expertise in corporate finance, investment structuring, FP & A, IFRS reporting, and multi-billion-dollar commercial negotiations. Strong track record in renegotiating SPAs, designing complex escrow arrangements, improving working capital cycles, and implementing SAP-driven financial governance across diversified groups.Recognized for building high-performing teams, strengthening internal controls, driving budgeting and forecasting excellence, and leading transformation initiatives including ERP implementations, tax structuring (VAT/Corporate Tax), and sustainability reporting. Adept at operating in fast-paced multicultural environments across the Gulf and India.