Senior Finance Professional with 30+ Years of PSU Experience
CA Rajsekhar Nakala
F.C.A
With over three decades of expertise in financial management and corporate governance, he has held key leadership positions at South Eastern Coalfields Limited (SECL) and Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL)—both subsidiaries of Coal India Limited (CIL). Retiring as General Manager (Finance) in 2019, he played a pivotal role in financial strategy, system implementation, and policy development.
Professional Certifications & Specializations
To further strengthen his professional expertise, he has successfully completed specialized certification programs conducted by ICAI, including:
- Forex and Treasury Management (FXTM) – Certified by the Committee on Financial Markets and Investors’ Protection, ICAI.
Key Areas of Expertise & Contributions
- Financial Leadership & Compliance – Led finalization of accounts, budgeting & cost control, and CAPEX management, while overseeing statutory, internal, and CAG audits.
- Corporate Finance & Treasury Management – Managed financial planning, treasury operations, and project financing for large-scale coal sector projects.
- Technology-Driven Transformation – Spearheaded:
- System Development in CoalNet
- ERP Implementation
- E-Payments & E-Procurements
- Computerization of Store Accounting & Cash Transactions
- Policy & Standardization – Played an instrumental role in drafting finance manuals and standards to enhance financial governance and efficiency.
- Board-Level Engagement – Served as Member (Finance) on the Board of MNH Shakti Ltd. and MBPL (subsidiaries of Mahanadi Coalfields Limited).
His extensive financial expertise, technological acumen, and leadership in policy development make him a distinguished professional in public sector finance and corporate governance.