Gajanana Hegde

Gajanana Hegde is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in financial management and reporting across various organizations. Currently serving as Financial Controller at Kennametal since September 2009, Gajanana has held multiple managerial roles, overseeing finance operations in India and the APAC region, while ensuring timely MIS reporting. Prior experience includes roles at MetLife as Assistant Manager in Finance, IBM India Private Limited as Senior Executive in Finance & Accounting, and Robert Bosch as Senior Process Executive, focusing on reconciliations and general ledger management. Gajanana began the career as an Article Assistant, developing foundational skills in accounting and auditing. Educational qualifications include CA intermediate from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, an M.Com in Finance from Karnataka State Open University, and a B.Com from SDM College.