Puja Vora, MBA, Ca
About Puja Vora, MBA, Ca
Puja Vora is the Associate Finance Director, Planning and Analysis at General Mills in the Greater Toronto Area, Canada, with extensive experience in finance and community service leadership.
Professional Title and Current Role
Puja Vora currently serves as the Associate Finance Director, Planning and Analysis at General Mills. She is based in the Greater Toronto Area, Canada and plays a crucial role in financial planning and analysis, contributing to the strategic financial decisions of the company.
Experience at General Mills
Puja Vora has accumulated extensive experience at General Mills over several years. She has held various positions including Finance Manager for Meals & Baking and OEP business units (2019-2021), Associate Finance Manager for Sales Finance handling Metro/UGI and Channels/Independents team (2019), and Senior Financial Analyst for Sales Finance (2017-2018). She began her journey at General Mills as a Financial Analyst Intern in 2014 and moved up to roles such as Financial Analyst for Planning and Analysis (2015-2017).
Educational Background and Credentials
Puja Vora earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) with a focus on Finance & Strategy from the University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management in 2015. She is also a Chartered Accountant, having studied Finance, General at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India from 2007 to 2011. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree in Accounting and Finance from H.R. College of Commerce and Economics.
Early Career and Internships
Before her tenure at General Mills, Puja Vora gained valuable experience through internships and early career roles. She worked as a Full-time Intern at S.R. Batliboi & Co. (a member firm of Ernst & Young) from 2007 to 2010 and at Deloitte Haskins & Sells for 8 months in 2007. From 2012 to 2013, she was an Executive in the Financial Services - Assurance Practice at Ernst & Young, India, where she honed her financial assurance skills.
Leadership Roles and Community Involvement
Puja Vora served as President of the Rotaract Club of Mumbai Shivaji Park from 2011 to 2012 and held various leadership positions in the club over four years. Her roles included Director of Training, Revival & Sustenance, Editor, and Secretary. Her active involvement in community service showcases her passion for making a difference and her leadership capabilities.