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Taha Boxwala, Fund Controller - Associate Director

Taha Boxwala

Fund Controller - Associate Director·Apollo Global Management, Inc.

India

Master's degree, Certified Practicing Accountant

Work experience

Total years of experience: 18 years, 6 months

Fund Controller - Associate Director

November 2019 - Present

Apollo Global Management, Inc.

Mumbai, India

November 2019 - Present

• Contributed to the New York team overseeing Fund Finance, accounting, and reporting for leading Private Equity, Co-investment, and Sidecar Funds.
• Spearheaded the successful migration of intricate fund activities to the Mumbai office, enhancing operational efficiency.
• Gained comprehensive exposure across all fund operations through self-administered funds.
• Optimized legacy processes within the Apollo Core Private Equity Finance team, driving improvements in workflow.
• Played a key role in the subsequent close rebalancing process of investor allocations for a newly launched $20 billion flagship fund, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Company industry:
Venture Capital & Private Equity
Job role:
Finance and Investment

Supervisor for Private Equity & Real Estate Fund accounting

January 2018 - November 2019

The Citco Group of Companies

Mumbai, India

January 2018 - November 2019

• Led the successful migration of Private Equity fund operations from the US to India, enhancing operational efficiency.
• Reviewed and validated quarterly NAV workpapers for Funds of Funds, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Supervised a high-performing team of fund accountants, fostering collaboration and professional development.
• Conducted thorough reviews of investor allocations for capital calls and distributions, optimizing fund performance.
• Delivered timely, high-quality outputs for the North America team, including NAVs, capital events, and ad-hoc reports, while maintaining strict adherence to internal controls.
• Monitored and evaluated team performance, implementing strategies for continuous improvement and excellence in fund accounting.

Company industry:
Financial Services

Manager Private Equity & Hedge Fund accounting

January 2010 - January 2018

Viteos Fund Services

Mumbai, India

January 2010 - January 2018

• Managed comprehensive fund accounting and reconciliations for hedge funds and private equity funds, enhancing financial accuracy and client satisfaction.
• Collaborated with top-tier North American clients in the alternative investment sector, delivering high-quality shadow accounting services.
• Acquired in-depth knowledge of various OTC products, including FX forwards, equity swaps, interest rate swaps, and credit default swaps, strengthening investment strategy insights.
• Executed diverse reconciliations, such as P&L, dividend, cash & positions, and trial balance reconciliations, ensuring meticulous financial reporting and compliance.
• Developed strong analytical skills and attention to detail, essential for transitioning into a Financial Controller role.

Company industry:
Financial Services

Senior Fund Accountant

January 2009 - January 2010

Standard Chartered Bank

Mumbai, India

January 2009 - January 2010

• Managed comprehensive fund accounting and reconciliation processes for a prominent Indian mutual fund client.
• Ensured accuracy and timeliness in finalizing the Net Asset Value (NAV) on a daily basis, enhancing operational efficiency.
• Prepared and disseminated detailed financial reports to clients, fostering transparency and trust.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting workflows and improve reporting accuracy.
• Leveraged analytical skills to identify discrepancies and implement corrective actions, contributing to the integrity of financial data.
• Developed a strong understanding of regulatory compliance and financial reporting standards, positioning for a transition to a Financial Controller role.

Company industry:
Banking

Associate Fund accounting

January 2008 - January 2009

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

Mumbai, India

January 2008 - January 2009

• Managed end-to-end fund accounting processes for Indian mutual funds, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Conducted daily NAV calculations for various mutual fund schemes, including Equity, Debt, and Liquid, enhancing reporting efficiency.
• Reviewed financial statements and portfolio performance, identifying discrepancies and ensuring data integrity.
• Prepared comprehensive month-end reports for clients, providing insights into fund performance and contributing to informed decision-making.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting operations, improving overall workflow and efficiency.
• Developed a keen understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards, positioning for a transition into a Financial Controller role.

Company industry:
Banking

Education

CPA Australia

February 2025

February 2025

Master's degree, Certified Practicing Accountant

India

AICPA & CIMA

April 2024

April 2024

Master's degree, FCMA, CGMA

India

University of Mumbai

January 2008

January 2008

Bachelor's degree, Accounting

India

GPA (percentage): 56%

GPA (percentage): 56%

Cleared my graduation form Mumbai University in commerce and accounting
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Skills

Financial Management
Expert
Financial Management
Expert
People Management
Expert
People Management
Expert
Financial Control
Expert
Financial Control
Expert
Private Equity
Expert
Private Equity
Expert
Fund Accounting
Expert
Fund Accounting
Expert
FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
Expert
FINANCIAL ANALYSIS
Expert
FINANCE
Expert
FINANCE
Expert
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Expert
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Expert
BUSINESS TO BUSINESS
Intermediate
BUSINESS TO BUSINESS
Intermediate
MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
MANAGEMENT
Intermediate
ACCOUNTING
Expert
ACCOUNTING
Expert
OPERATIONS
Intermediate
OPERATIONS
Intermediate
PRIVATE EQUITY
Expert
PRIVATE EQUITY
Expert
HEDGE FUNDS
Intermediate
HEDGE FUNDS
Intermediate

Languages

Hindi

Native Speaker

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Certified Practicing Accountant
Jan 2025

Hobbies and interests

Geo-politics