Kedar Ahirwadkar
About Kedar Ahirwadkar
Kedar Ahirwadkar serves as the Finance Lead at HSBC, where he has worked since 2024. With extensive experience in finance across multiple countries, he has held various roles at HSBC and Credit Suisse, demonstrating expertise in financial modeling and team management.
Work at HSBC
Kedar Ahirwadkar has held multiple roles at HSBC, showcasing his expertise in finance and management. He served as Delivery Head for Cost & Commercial Management in HSBC GBM IT from 2020 to 2022 in Pune, Maharashtra. Following this, he worked as Global CTB Portfolio Finance Lead in London, England, from 2022 to 2024. Currently, he is employed as Finance Lead at HSBC since 2024, continuing his work in Pune, Maharashtra, India. His roles have involved significant responsibilities in financial oversight and strategic planning.
International Work Experience
Kedar Ahirwadkar possesses international work experience in Australia and the United Kingdom. His tenure at Hewlett-Packard as Senior Financial Analyst from 2010 to 2014 in Sydney, Australia, contributed to his global finance expertise. Additionally, his role at HSBC in London further enhanced his understanding of international finance dynamics. This diverse experience has equipped him with a broad perspective on financial management across different markets.
Education and Expertise
Kedar Ahirwadkar has a solid educational background in commerce and finance. He studied at Saraswati Bhuvan (S.B.) and achieved S.Sc from 1987 to 1992. He then attended S.B. College of Arts & Commerce, obtaining his H.Sc in Commerce from 1992 to 1994. He completed his B.Com at Savitribai Phule Pune University from 1994 to 1998. Kedar is also pursuing Chartered Accountancy at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, focusing on Accounts, Tax, and Law since 2001. His education supports his specialization in building accurate financial projection models.
Career Progression
Kedar Ahirwadkar has progressed through various significant roles in his finance career. He worked at Credit Suisse in several capacities, including Assistant Vice President from 2008 to 2010 and later as Vice President from 2016 to 2018. His experience at Credit Suisse involved managing financial operations and leading teams. He also contributed to Hewlett-Packard as a Senior Financial Analyst. This career trajectory reflects his ability to handle complex financial challenges and lead teams effectively.
Leadership and Management Skills
Kedar Ahirwadkar has demonstrated strong leadership and management skills throughout his career. He has a proven ability to lead and manage global teams, focusing on talent acquisition and retention. His track record includes executing and delivering assignments within strict timelines, showcasing his organizational skills and commitment to achieving business objectives. These attributes have been essential in his roles at HSBC and Credit Suisse, where he has managed diverse teams and projects.