Saibal Sengupta
About Saibal Sengupta
Saibal Sengupta is the Chief Financial Officer at Orient Electric, with extensive experience in finance and cost management across various industries.
Current Role at Orient Electric
Saibal Sengupta serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Orient Electric. He has been in this role since 2018, where he plays a vital part in Sales Commercial Management, contributing to strategic pricing and sales operations. He oversees Internal Financial Controls (IFC) and all financial audits, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards. His responsibilities also include Working Capital Management, focusing on optimizing the company's cash flow and overall financial health. Additionally, he has expertise in Enterprise Risk Monitoring and Treasury Management, which are essential for managing financial risks and optimizing liquidity.
Previous Experience in Finance
Before joining Orient Electric, Saibal Sengupta held several significant positions in finance. He worked at Usha International as Chief Financial Officer from 2016 to 2018. Prior to that, he served as Vice President Finance at Dabur India Limited from 2014 to 2016, and as Sr. General Manager / General Manager - Finance at the same company from 2008 to 2014. His earlier roles include CFO at Noble Group for one year in 2007, General Manager - Finance at GSK Consumer Healthcare India from 1997 to 2005, and Financial Controller at Carrier Airconditioning & Refrigeration from 2005 to 2007.
Educational Background
Saibal Sengupta has a solid educational foundation in finance and accounting. He studied at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, where he achieved his Chartered Accountant (CA) designation from 1985 to 1988. He also holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com. Hons) degree from St. Xavier's College, Kolkata, which he completed from 1982 to 1985. His early education was at Don Bosco School, Kolkata, where he completed his ISC/ICSE from 1971 to 1982.
Career Progression and Roles
Saibal Sengupta's career in finance spans several decades and includes diverse roles across various organizations. He began his career as a Management Accountant at General Electric Company from 1988 to 1991. He then served as Assistant Manager - Finance at Jenson & Nicholson (I) Ltd from 1991 to 1995. Following that, he worked at Apollo Tyres Ltd. as Zonal Commercial Head - East from 1995 to 1997. His extensive experience in finance has equipped him with a broad skill set, enabling him to manage financial operations effectively.