Soumen Ray
About Soumen Ray
Soumen Ray is the Chief Financial Officer at Bharti Airtel, with extensive experience in finance across various sectors including media, automotive, and FMCG. He has held senior financial roles at notable companies such as Bajaj Auto, Viacom18, and Hindustan Unilever.
Current Role at Airtel
Soumen Ray serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Bharti Airtel, a position he has held since 2021. He operates from Gurugram, Haryana, India. In this role, he oversees the financial operations of one of India's leading telecommunications companies, contributing to strategic financial planning and management.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to his role at Airtel, Soumen Ray held several significant positions in finance. He was the Chief Financial Officer at Bajaj Auto Ltd from 2019 to 2021 and served as Deputy CFO at Viacom18 Media Private Limited from 2013 to 2016. His experience includes managing finance operations with a focus on Forex and investments in the automotive sector.
Education and Expertise
Soumen Ray studied at The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, where he achieved the ACA designation. He also holds a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) from St. Xavier's College, Kolkata. His educational background supports his extensive experience in finance across various sectors, including Media & Entertainment and telecommunications.
Career Background
Soumen Ray's career spans multiple industries, including telecommunications, automotive, and FMCG. He has worked at Hindustan Unilever Limited as General Manager Finance from 2007 to 2013 and held various roles at Viacom18 Media Private Limited, including Chief Finance and Strategy Officer. His early career included a managerial position at Eveready and a commercial manager role at ITC Limited.
Achievements in Media & Entertainment
Throughout his career, Soumen Ray has gained significant experience in the Media & Entertainment sector, particularly in managing intangibles. He has implemented best practices by leveraging his knowledge from the FMCG industry, enhancing financial operations in both B2C and B2B contexts, including digital offerings such as Music and Video on Demand.