Saurabh Tikmani
About Saurabh Tikmani
Saurabh Tikmani is a Director in the Special Situations Group at KPMG India, with a background in finance and banking. He has held various positions in reputable organizations, including Commonwealth Bank and ICICI Bank, and has a strong academic foundation in accountancy and finance.
Current Role at KPMG India
Saurabh Tikmani serves as the Director of the Special Situations Group at KPMG India. He has been in this role since 2018, contributing to the firm's strategic initiatives in managing complex financial situations. His expertise in special situations allows him to provide tailored solutions to clients facing unique challenges in the market.
Previous Experience at Commonwealth Bank
Before joining KPMG, Saurabh Tikmani worked at Commonwealth Bank as an Assistant Vice President from 2014 to 2017. During his tenure in the Mumbai Area, he focused on financial services and contributed to the bank's operations and client management strategies.
Education and Expertise
Saurabh Tikmani holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Hons.) degree from Delhi University, which he completed from 1999 to 2002. He also earned an MBA in Analytical Finance and Strategy & Leadership from the Indian School of Business in 2009. Additionally, he is a member of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, having achieved the ACA designation while studying Accountancy, Taxation, and Law from 2001 to 2004.
Professional Background
Saurabh Tikmani has a diverse professional background, having worked in various roles across multiple financial institutions. He was a Relationship & Credit Manager at ICICI Bank from 2005 to 2008, and later served as Chief Manager in the Corporate Banking Group from 2011 to 2014. He also held a managerial position at CRISIL Limited, focusing on ratings from 2009 to 2011.
Involvement in Educational Framework Development
Saurabh Tikmani was part of the core team that designed and developed a unique grading framework and assessment model for the higher education sector in India. This initiative aimed to enhance the evaluation processes within educational institutions, contributing to improved standards in the sector.