Saatvik Solar, the Indian solar PV module manufacturer has roped in Abani Kant Jha as its new chief financial officer (CFO). Backed by more than 25 years of experience across diverse industries, Jha will help bolster Saatvik Solar’s financial leadership and drive its ambitious growth plans. His versatile career spans critical sectors including telecom, retail, technology, and industrial manufacturing.
Jha was formerly group chief financial officer, Technology Company, working out of India, Singapore, Canada, Dubai and the US. For over three years, he guided the company through IPO preparations and helped it navigate intricate financial landscapes.
An alumnus of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, Jha also holds an MBA from from Manipal GlobalNxt University.
From 1994 to 1998, Jha worked as senior audit manager at Mazars in India.
Four years later, he joined PCH Inc. as CFO and head commercial-global distribution business, working out of the US and India.
He was associated with Reliance as head-finance and commercial for F&V business for Pan-India and for Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, from 2003 to 2006. This role saw him working out of Delhi, Hyderabad and Mumbai for well over three years.
In January of 2007, he moved to DP World, as general manager, finance and commercial.
His next stop was the Adity Birla Group, where he spent over eight years, starting off as chief financial officer, Epoxy business, and going on to become global CFO, CISO and head-commercial for global Epoxy business.
March of 2019 saw him joining EaseMyTrip.com as group chief financial officer, for almost two years. Then followed a short stint with Jindal Films, as director of business operations and CFO, US and European business/manufacturing facilities.
He was appointed co-chairman, The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) in April 2024.
Jha is known for his exceptional leadership skills, financial acumen and strategic analysis capabilities. His proficiency in implementing integrated business planning techniques across complex enterprises sets him apart.
In his new assignment he will oversee the finance department and collaborate closely with the management team to promote operational efficiency and boost financial performance in at Saatvik Solar. HRKatha wishes him all the best!
Prashant Mathur, CEO, Saatvik Solar, is confident that Jha’s “proven track record of financial stewardship and strategic insight aligns perfectly with our mission to drive sustainability and lead innovation in the renewables sector.” He is looking forward to Jha’s expertise “in propelling our financial strategies and reinforcing our position as an industry leader.”
Jha himself is eager to “leverage my experience and collaborate with talented teams to achieve our strategic financial objectives, which align with the company’s vision of becoming one of India’s strongest and largest renewable energy companies.”
