AK Maheshwari

Financial leadership professional with a strong record of elevating performance, strengthening governance, and delivering measurable operational and commercial improvements across complex, multi-entity environments. Known for applying disciplined financial principles, driving organisational clarity, and influencing strategy through accurate, insights-driven reporting. Recognised for building cohesive, accountable teams and leading with a calm, decisive, solutions-focused approach that consistently strengthens business confidence.

I excel at connecting executive strategy to operational execution, improving financial visibility, and transforming processes to support long-term organisational resilience. My leadership approach combines deep financial expertise with strong commercial acumen, allowing me to shift seamlessly between high-level strategic thinking and hands-on detail when required. I am trusted by senior stakeholders for my integrity, clarity, and unwavering focus on outcomes.

Proven Expertise

• Executive financial reporting & analysis
• P&L leadership and performance optimisation
• Multi-entity budgeting, forecasting & modelling
• Governance, controls, and regulatory compliance
• Organisational performance improvement
• Process transformation & system optimisation
• Cross-functional leadership and mentoring
• Audit management (PwC, Pitcher Partners)
• Stakeholder engagement with CEO, Board & senior leaders
• Change leadership in evolving operational environments