Rakesh Kalavagunta

Rakesh Kalavagunta is an experienced financial professional with a strong background in operational excellence, production controls, and financial management across various industries. Currently serving as a Plant Industrial Controller at Bunge, Rakesh focuses on operational excellence and financial results. Prior to this role, Rakesh held the position of Cost Controller at DSM, contributing to budgeting, forecasting, and continuous improvement projects. Rakesh also has experience as an Operations Controller, Financial Management Consultant at Shell, and Group Financial Controller at AXA, providing financial analysis, reporting, and consolidation services. Rakesh's early career included a role as a Senior Audit Assistant at Deloitte, specializing in statutory and internal audits. Rakesh's educational background includes degrees in Accounting and Finance from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and a Certified Management Accountant designation from the Institute of Cost Accountants of India.