Senior finance judgment on every engagement
CFO CRAFT is a CA-led practice. The person who reviews your numbers each month has run finance functions, not just audited them.
Founder
Sudhir Gawandi
Chartered Accountant · 25+ years in finance leadership
Sudhir has spent his career on the finance side of manufacturing, trading, professional services and technology businesses, across large corporates, mid-market companies and SMEs. His work has covered financial planning and analysis, reporting and compliance, ERP implementation, M&A due diligence and post-acquisition integration, and cash flow management.
He founded CFO CRAFT in 2022 to give growing manufacturers and traders the kind of finance leadership that larger companies take for granted. At CFO CRAFT he leads strategy and works directly with the promoters and managing directors we serve.
- Sectors
- Manufacturing, trading, professional services, technology
- Areas of depth
- FP&A, MIS, working capital, ERP, M&A integration
- Based in
- Malad West, Mumbai
The advisory team
The people who work on client engagements alongside the founder.
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Mukesh Gupta
Director - Assurance
Mukesh Gupta is a senior accounting and regulatory professional with over 30 years of experience in different industries, such as financial services, telecom & media, infrastructure, EPC, manufacturing, and IT.
He has strong international accounting and auditing skill sets, with in-depth knowledge of business processes and internal controls. His technical skills include statutory audits, IFRS and US GAAP, COSO framework, IGAAP and Ind-AS, Companies Act, PCAOB, ISA, SEBI regulations, business valuations, and Indian Income Tax. Mukesh has led various complex audits, including audits of prestigious listed companies. He also advises clients on accounting issues relating to IFRS, regulatory matters, and improvement of internal control processes.
Prior to his current position with the firm, Mukesh held various senior positions at Big Four audit firms. He holds a degree in Commerce from Mumbai University (India) and is a qualified Chartered Accountant from ICAI.
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Asmita Vagal
Principal Consultant
Asmita Vagal, a highly motivated finance professional with over 18 years of extensive experience in financial management, accounting, and reporting.
Having worked across multiple geographies including Canada, India, and the Asia-Pacific region, Asmita brings a wealth of international experience to the table. Her exposure to diverse business environments has equipped her with a deep understanding of global markets and cultural nuances. Asmita’s ability to adapt her strategies to suit different contexts makes her a versatile consultant capable of delivering results in any setting.
One of Asmita’s greatest strengths lies in her operational leadership experience. She has a proven track record of implementing controls and processes that enhance operational efficiency and drive organizational excellence. Asmita’s hands-on approach to leadership ensures that her strategies are not just theoretical but also practical, delivering tangible results on the ground.
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Vikas Mimani
Principal Consultant
Vikas Mimani, a Chartered Accountant, Registered Valuer (SFA), and Certified Independent Director, has over 20 years of experience in business strategy, financial management, and reporting across diverse industries.
He has worked with leading organizations, driving successful acquisitions and integrations while strengthening financial controls and governance.
His expertise spans IFRS, Ind-AS, IGAAP, SEBI, the COSO framework, and business valuations. Vikas regularly advises on complex accounting and regulatory matters, bringing strategic insight, financial discipline, and data-driven judgment to board-level decision-making.
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Satyanarayan Patro
Principal Consultant
Satyanarayan Patro, M.Com, MBA (Corporate Finance), is a seasoned finance professional with over 23 years of experience in corporate finance, accounting, and project management.
He has worked with leading organizations including Motherson Sumi, JBM Auto, Enkei/Alican Group, Sanden Vikas, and Xolertic Asia.
His expertise spans financial planning, budgeting, costing, cash flow management, and project financing. Skilled in ERP implementation, MIS reporting, and stakeholder management, he brings deep experience in structuring industrial projects, raising capital, and driving financial efficiency for sustainable business growth.
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What stays the same on every engagement
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A named CFO owns your account
One senior person is accountable for your numbers and attends your monthly review. You are never handed from one junior to the next.
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Senior review before anything reaches you
MIS, cash forecasts and recommendations are reviewed by the engagement CFO before they are shared with you or your bank.
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Your data stays confidential
Client information is held in access-controlled systems, and each engagement is covered by a written confidentiality agreement.
Meet the person who would look after your numbers.
An intro call is with a senior member of the team, not a sales representative.