Ca Sandeep Kabra
About Ca Sandeep Kabra
Sandeep Kabra serves as the Executive Director and Head of India Operations for Merchant Banking at Amherst, where he oversees service delivery and manages teams in private equity and financial modeling. He has extensive experience in finance, having held various leadership roles at Credit Suisse and SS&C GlobeOp Financial Services over a career spanning nearly two decades.
Current Role at Amherst Holdings
Ca Sandeep Kabra serves as the Executive Director and Head of India Operations for Merchant Banking at Amherst. He has held this position since 2023, overseeing the service delivery agenda and priorities for the company's operations in India. His responsibilities include managing a team focused on private equity, capital raising, and financial modeling. Kabra is also responsible for leading the India People and location strategy at Amherst.
Previous Experience at Credit Suisse
Kabra worked at Credit Suisse for 14 years, from 2009 to 2023, in various roles including Financial Controller, Chief Operating Officer, and Risk & Controls. His tenure included responsibilities in Finance/Risk, Limits Operations, and Operations Risk. He also served as a Legal Entity Financial Controller, focusing on Finance Delivery, FP&A, and Group & Regulatory Reporting. His extensive experience at Credit Suisse provided him with a strong foundation in financial management and operational controls.
Experience at SS&C GlobeOp Financial Services
Before his time at Credit Suisse, Kabra worked at SS&C GlobeOp Financial Services from 2005 to 2008 as a Manager in Finance Control. His role involved Hedge Fund Operations, Process Transition, and ensuring compliance with STPI SEZ regulations. This position contributed to his expertise in financial operations and compliance within the financial services industry.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Kabra has a strong educational background in accounting and finance. He studied at The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, where he achieved an Associate's degree in Accounting and Finance from 1999 to 2003, and later obtained his ACA certification from 2000 to 2003. He also earned an IFRS Certification in 2010. Additionally, he studied at Narsee Monjee College of Commerce & Economics, where he completed his B.Com from 1997 to 1999.
Contributions to Business Intelligence and Data Analytics
At Amherst, Kabra led the development and expansion of a Business Intelligence and Data Analytics platform. His involvement in this initiative highlights his commitment to leveraging data for informed decision-making and operational efficiency. He also played a role in building and expanding Mortgage-backed Securities operations within the company.