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Raunaq Shah

Raunaq is a qualified CA with over 13 years of experience in corporate finance, strategic planning, and financial management. He has also done Masters in Business Administration in Finance from USA.

As a Virtual CFO, Raunaq partners with startups and growing businesses to provide financial leadership, optimize cash flow, drive profitability, and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks. He also brings deep expertise in budgeting, fundraising, financial modeling, and process automation. His strategic insights help businesses scale efficiently, streamline operations, and navigate complex financial challenges with confidence.

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Vatsal Parikh

Vatsal is a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) and Company Secretary (CS) with over a decade of experience in Corporate Finance, Start-up Consulting and Transfer Pricing. He has worked with leading firms such as PwC and KCM, as well as in corporate roles, delivering strategic financial and tax solutions to diverse businesses. His core strengths include establishing robust financial processes, supporting management in strategic decision-making and managing stakeholder relationship.

In his role as a Finance Controller / Virtual CFO, Vatsal has managed finance functions, including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, compliance, audits and operational finance. His experience also includes developing and implementing transfer pricing policies and advising multinational corporations on complex cross-border transactions. Vatsal brings a strong blend of technical expertise and practical financial leadership to drive business growth and ensure regulatory compliance.

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Vidhi Shah

Qualified CA (All India Ranker and Gold Medalist) and IBBI registered valuer (SFA) with over 14 years of experience across M&A, business restructuring, cross-border transactions, taxation and financial reporting. Her experience also includes handling statutory, tax, and regulatory audits for large corporations, ensuring compliance with IND AS, IFRS, and Companies Act.

Vidhi, helps organizations to optimize tax structures, enhance financial controls, and make informed business decisions. She has led complex financial transformations, including business acquisitions, buy-side and sell-side deal support, and restructuring She also specializes in FEMA and exchange regulations, guiding businesses on FDI, ODI, ECB compliance. Her extensive background in financial reporting, MIS, and CFO support services enables her to provide insights that drive operational efficiency and financial growth.

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Riddhi Patel

A qualified Chartered Accountant with 13 years of experience in financial management, taxation, audit, and compliance. Riddhi specializes in Virtual CFO services for businesses seeking streamlined financial operations and robust regulatory adherence.

With extensive experience in GST compliance, indirect taxation, and departmental audits, she has worked with large corporates and professional firms, managing pan-India indirect tax compliance, reconciliations, and scrutiny handling. She has also advised businesses on statutory compliance, tax structuring, and financial controls to optimize operations and minimize risks. Her expertise covers statutory and internal audits, ROC filings, and financial reporting, making her a trusted advisor for companies looking to enhance their financial efficiency and compliance framework.