Manjunath Nanjundachar Kadugodi

Finance Transformation Consultant IBM

Manjunath is a passionate and creative thought leader in digital finance transformation, with over two decades of experience partnering with CFOs and senior finance executives to reimagine the finance operating model. His mission is to help finance functions evolve from traditional bookkeeping roles into strategic business advisory hubs - leveraging real-time data, intelligent workflows, and automation to drive enterprise growth and deliver exceptional customer experiences. With deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA Finance, Blue Prism Robotics, and AI-powered intelligent workflows, Manjunath brings a hands-on understanding of end-to-end finance operations - from Procure to Pay and Order to Cash, to Financial Planning & Analysis and Management Reporting. He is adept at designing and deploying automation operating models, managing bot command centres, and applying AI to create touchless finance processes. Manjunath’s approach is grounded in innovation and performance benchmarking. He applies leading frameworks from Hackett and APQC, uses design thinking and garage methods to secure investment in transformation, and builds maturity models that guide organisations toward best-in-class finance capabilities. His 23-year career spans global leaders such as IBM, Genpact, and Accenture, where he has held roles in solution design, transition, and service delivery. Certified in Six Sigma and PMI, Manjunath combines operational excellence with visionary leadership to help finance teams become catalysts for growth, efficiency, and innovation.