Dhawal Rangwala
About Dhawal Rangwala
Dhawal Rangwala is the Director of Financial Reporting at New Fortress Energy, where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in financial reporting and advisory roles across various industries, having previously held positions at Grant Thornton, KPMG India, and EY.
Work at New Fortress Energy
Dhawal Rangwala currently serves as the Director of Financial Reporting at New Fortress Energy. He has held this position since 2023 and is based in the New York City Metropolitan Area. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing financial reporting processes and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Previous Experience in Financial Services
Prior to his current role, Rangwala gained extensive experience in financial services. He worked at EY for several years in various capacities, including Senior Manager from 2014 to 2018 and again from 2021 to 2023. His responsibilities included advising clients on capital market transactions and ensuring compliance with SEC regulatory requirements. He also held a position as Associate Director at KPMG India from 2009 to 2014.
International Experience and Leadership Roles
Rangwala has significant international experience, including a three-year rotation in Stuttgart, Germany, where he collaborated with the EY Financial Accounting Advisory Services leadership team on global initiatives. He has also held interim leadership roles, such as Interim CFO and Interim Financial Reporting Head, which enhanced his leadership and cross-functional teaming skills.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Rangwala has a strong educational background in accounting. He studied at ACCA and achieved the Diploma in IFRS. He also completed his CPA through the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and holds a CA designation from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. His education has equipped him with the skills necessary to prepare professionals for the Diploma in IFRS exam.
Advisory and Client Engagement
Throughout his career, Rangwala has advised clients across various industries, including life sciences, automotive, and technology. He has conducted client-specific Continuing Professional Education (CPE) sessions and has led performance improvement projects to address internal control deficiencies. His expertise includes advising on capital market transactions, such as IPOs and acquisitions.