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R Rajan Associates - Chartered Accountants

Team Profile

Our Team

R Rajan, FCA

R. Rajan, FCA, is one of the Founder Partners of R. Rajan Associates and a distinguished Chartered Accountant with over five decades of professional experience in audit, accounting, taxation, valuation, and advisory services. Operating from the firm's Head Office in Coimbatore, he has been instrumental in establishing and nurturing the firm's reputation for technical excellence, professional integrity, and client-centric service.

During the early years of his career with M/s. Frazer & Ross, he gained extensive exposure to statutory audits across diverse sectors, including estate enterprises, solicitor firms, and transport companies. He later served with The Oriental Insurance Co. Ltd. for over four and a half years, where he successfully handled complex accounting matters, financial reconciliations, and merger-related assignments, further strengthening his expertise in financial management and corporate accounting.

A veteran of the profession, Mr. Rajan possesses extensive experience in Government Audits, Bank Branch Audits, statutory audits, and other assurance engagements. Over the years, he has led numerous audit assignments for government bodies, public sector entities, and leading banking institutions, earning the confidence of clients through his meticulous approach, technical competence, and unwavering commitment to quality.

He is also a Registered Valuer approved by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) and a Qualified Insurance Surveyor and Loss Assessor licensed by the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI). His multidisciplinary expertise enables him to provide valuable insights in valuation, insurance claims, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance.

Throughout his distinguished career, Mr. Rajan has guided businesses across diverse industries, offering strategic advice on audit, financial governance, taxation, and compliance. His vast professional experience, combined with his practical approach and deep understanding of evolving regulatory frameworks, continues to be a cornerstone of the firm's growth and reputation.

Expertise

  • Direct taxes, Indirect taxes, representations on various cases up to the Appellate Tribunal level.
  • Project preparation, evaluation and management.
  • Banking – Statutory, Branch and Concurrent audits.
  • Audits of insurance companies, trading companies, manufacturing companies, clubs and educational institutions.
  • Valuation of shares and stock as a registered valuer for amalgamation, merger and demergers, along with share broking of many reputed corporates.

S Sivaramakrishnan, FCA

S. Sivaramakrishnan is one of the Founder Partners of R. Rajan Associates and a highly respected Chartered Accountant with over four and a half decades of post-qualification experience. Based out of the firm's Thrissur office, he has built an outstanding reputation for providing strategic tax advisory, litigation support, and representation services to both domestic and international clients across South India.

A veteran of the profession, Mr. Sivaramakrishnan possesses extensive expertise in direct and indirect taxation, with a particular focus on tax litigation and dispute resolution. Over the course of his distinguished career, he has successfully represented clients before various statutory and appellate authorities, handling complex tax matters with a practical, solution-oriented approach. His deep understanding of tax laws and procedural matters has enabled businesses and individuals to navigate intricate regulatory and litigation challenges with confidence.

In addition to his litigation practice, he advises clients on tax planning, regulatory compliance, and strategic business matters, drawing upon decades of professional experience and a thorough understanding of the evolving tax landscape. His commitment to technical excellence and ethical practice has earned him the trust of a diverse clientele across industries.

His leadership and professional standing are reflected in his appointment as a Director of The Dhanalakshmi Bank Ltd., where he contributed to the governance and strategic oversight of one of Kerala's leading private sector banks. This experience has further strengthened his understanding of corporate governance, regulatory compliance, risk management, and the financial services sector.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Mr. Sivaramakrishnan is actively involved in educational and community initiatives. He serves as the Honorary Associate Secretary of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan (BVB), Thrissur Kendra, where he is a member of the management committee overseeing the institution's educational, cultural, and administrative activities in the region.

A committed community leader, he also serves as the District President of the Thrissur Unit of the Kerala Brahmana Sabha (KBS), contributing to various social, cultural, and community development initiatives. His dedication to public service reflects the same values of integrity, leadership, and commitment that have defined his professional career.

With decades of experience spanning taxation, litigation, advisory, and public service, Mr. Sivaramakrishnan continues to be a guiding force within the firm, mentoring professionals and delivering practical, high-quality solutions to clients across a wide spectrum of industries

Expertise

  • Representations on various cases before Direct and Indirect tax authorities including and up to Appellate Tribunal.
  • Management Assurance services spanning across FMCG, Manufacturing, Trading, Retail, Hospitality, Entertainment, Medical and Financial Services industries.
  • Regulatory Services spanning from the initial setting up of operations for a business, incorporation of companies to liquidation of existing companies.
  • He has extensive knowledge of the Banking Sector and was Director at The Dhanalakshmi Bank.

Harikrishnan V, FCA, DISA, MBA

Harikrishnan V is a Chartered Accountant with over 15 years of post-qualification experience, currently serving as Partner at R Rajan Associates, where he leads the operations of the Thrissur Branch under the guidance of the Managing Partner. An alumnus of the prestigious Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode (IIM-K), where he completed his MBA, Harikrishnan brings a rare blend of technical accounting rigour and strategic business acumen to every engagement. His domain experience spans audit and assurance functions for clients across trading, manufacturing, IT and ITeS, and NBFCs, encompassing listed and unlisted companies as well as wholly owned Indian subsidiaries of multinational corporations.

He holds Post Qualification Certifications from ICAI in IFRS and Concurrent Audit, along with a Diploma in Information Systems Audit and a specialization in Estate and Succession Planning — reflecting a career built on continuously deepening his expertise across both traditional and emerging areas of the profession.

Harikrishnan is widely recognised as an expert in fundraising, working closely with startups and MSMEs to help them navigate capital-raising strategies, investor readiness, and financial structuring. He is a sought-after trainer in the entrepreneurial ecosystem, regularly conducting sessions for the Kerala Startup Mission, leading business schools, Headstart Network, the MSME Development & Facilitation Office, CPCRI Kasargod, and Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University — reflecting his commitment to strengthening financial literacy and fundraising capability among India’s next generation of entrepreneurs and institutions.

Beyond his professional practice, Harikrishnan is an active community leader, having served as District Treasurer of Rotary International District 3201. He was President of TMA-YLT, the youth wing of the Thrissur Management Association, for 2024-25, and currently serves as Secretary of the Youth Wing of the Thrissur Chamber of Commerce for the term 2024-2026 — reflecting his continued commitment to civic leadership and nurturing the next generation of business and community leaders in Thrissur. He is also a Director of TSIC – Thrissur Startup Incubation Council, a non-profit company that works for fostering the startup ecosystem in Thrissur. He is also a founder of T-Phoenix Angels, an angel network that provides mentoring, money and market access to Startups in Kerala.

Expertise

  • Audit and Assurance: Statutory and internal audits across trading, manufacturing, IT/ITeS, and NBFC clients, including listed companies, unlisted companies, and wholly owned Indian subsidiaries of MNCs
  • Fundraising Advisory: Strategic guidance for startups and MSMEs on capital raising, investor readiness, and financial structuring
  • Estate and Succession Planning: Structuring and advisory for intergenerational wealth transfer and succession
  • IFRS: Advisory and compliance under International Financial Reporting Standards
  • Concurrent Audit: End-to-end concurrent audit execution and reporting

Ajaykrishnan C, FCA, RV (IBBI)

Kochi Office

Ajaykrishnan C is a seasoned Chartered Accountant, Registered Valuer, and strategic finance advisor with over a decade of experience across Audit, Taxation, Valuation, Transaction Advisory, Financial Modelling, and Business Consulting. Having previously worked with Big Four accounting firms, Ajay has advised corporates, startups, and promoter groups on tax structuring, business and shareholding re-organizations, cross-border transactions, and strategic financial planning.

Ajay currently serves as the Practice Head of the Kochi Office of R Rajan Associates, where he leads engagements across corporate finance, valuation, transaction support, regulatory consulting, and strategic financial advisory. Over the years, he has worked with numerous businesses across healthcare, IT/ITeS, education, retail, NBFCs & Banking, NGOs, Service industries, luxury businesses and manufacturing, helping them navigate growth, optimize financial performance, and build scalable systems.

He has worked closely with promoter-led and family-run businesses in structuring growth, governance frameworks, succession-ready financial systems, and long-term value creation strategies. Ajay has also served as a Fractional CFO / Consulting CFO, partnering with promoters and management teams to drive financial discipline, MIS reporting, budgeting, cash flow management, profitability analysis, and strategic decision-making.

He has extensive experience in Financial Due Diligence, investment readiness, fundraising, and transaction advisory, and has advised on transactions and valuations ranging from early-stage fundraising to multi-crore strategic investments and acquisitions. His expertise also extends to buy-side and sell-side advisory, investor negotiations, structured franchising deals, and financial modelling. Ajay has also led the valuation of companies, startups, brands, businesses, and intangible assets across India and international markets.

Beyond his professional practice, Ajay is actively involved in community service and leadership through Rotary. He is an active Rotarian and has served as the Past President of the Rotary Club of Cochin Beachside, leading several impactful community development, healthcare, education, and CSR initiatives. He has also served in various District leadership roles in the Rotary International District 3205, contributing to leadership development, service projects, and district-level initiatives. His commitment to service reflects his belief that professional excellence should be complemented by meaningful social impact and community engagement.

In addition to his professional and community leadership roles, Ajay is a regular speaker, mentor, evaluator, and judge at various professional, entrepreneurial, and academic forums, where he shares insights on finance, valuation, entrepreneurship, leadership, and business growth.

Expertise

  • Business/Transaction/Shareholding restructuring advisory and implementation
  • Valuation of Shares, Businesses and Intellectual Properties
  • Fractional CFO, Consulting CFO Services and C Suite Advisory
  • Business Succession Planning & Estate Planning
  • Employee Stock Option Plans structuring & IPO Consulting
  • Advisory on Franchising of businesses & Startup fundraising
  • Indian Tax Advisory, FEMA/RBI Regulatory Compliance
  • Due Diligence for buy-sides and assistance for Due Diligence for the sell-sides
  • Outsourced Bookkeeping and Accounting

V Ramanujam, FCA, ACS

V. Ramanujam has over four decades of professional experience in audit, corporate advisory, company law, and financial compliance. A dual-qualified professional, he is a Fellow Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) and an Associate Member of the Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI). Having qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1985, he joined R. Rajan Associates in 2012 and has since been leading the firm's Puducherry practice.

Prior to joining the firm, Mr. Ramanujam held key positions in Government and Public Sector organisations, where he gained extensive experience in finance, governance, and corporate administration. His professional career includes significant assignments with organisations such as Pondicherry Special Economic Zone Company Limited and TIDEL Park Coimbatore Limited—a joint venture of TIDCO, ELCOT, TIDEL, and STPI, Chennai. These roles provided him with valuable exposure to public sector governance, infrastructure projects, regulatory compliance, and corporate management.

At the firm, he advises clients on a broad spectrum of assurance and compliance matters, with particular expertise in Corporate Secretarial Compliance, Company Audits, Revenue Audits, and Concurrent Audits of Banks. His comprehensive understanding of corporate laws, financial reporting, and regulatory frameworks enables him to provide practical and effective solutions to businesses across diverse sectors.

Based out of the firm's Puducherry office, Mr. Ramanujam has played a pivotal role in strengthening the firm's presence in the region. His extensive professional experience, technical proficiency, and disciplined approach to client service have earned him the confidence of corporates, financial institutions, and business enterprises alike.

With a career spanning more than forty years, Mr. Ramanujam continues to guide clients on matters relating to audit, corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and business advisory, upholding the firm's commitment to excellence, integrity, and professional service.

Expertise

  • Corporate Secretarial compliance.
  • Company Audits, Revenue Audit and Concurrent Audit of Banks.
  • Consultancy in Taxation.

S A Sankaranayanan

S. A. Sankaranarayanan has over four decades of post-qualification experience in the fields of audit, assurance, taxation, and business advisory. Having qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 1985, he joined R. Rajan Associates in 2002 and has since been an integral part of the firm's Coimbatore Head Office, contributing significantly to its audit and consulting practice.

Over the course of his distinguished professional career, Mr. Sankaranarayanan has developed extensive expertise in Audit and Assurance Services, Statutory Audits, Internal Audits, Tax Audits, Revenue Audits, and Concurrent Audits of Banks. His vast experience across diverse industries enables him to provide practical, risk-focused, and value-driven assurance solutions tailored to clients' business requirements.

In addition to assurance services, he has considerable experience in taxation consultancy, advising clients on tax compliance, regulatory matters, and business-related financial issues. His methodical approach, technical proficiency, and deep understanding of financial and regulatory frameworks have made him a trusted advisor to corporates, business enterprises, and financial institutions.

Based out of the firm's Coimbatore Head Office, Mr. Sankaranarayanan plays a key role in leading internal audit and consulting assignments, helping clients strengthen governance frameworks, enhance internal controls, improve operational efficiencies, and maintain regulatory compliance.

With more than forty years of professional experience, Mr. Sankaranarayanan continues to uphold the firm's commitment to excellence, integrity, and high-quality professional service, delivering practical and dependable solutions to clients across a wide range of industries.

Expertise

  • Audit and Assurance Services, Company Audits, internal audits.
  • Tax Audits, Revenue Audit and Concurrent Audit of Banks.
  • Consultancy in Taxation.

Ambika Varma A C, FCA, DISA, FAFD

Kochi Office

She is a Fellow Chartered Accountant with over 15 years of professional experience, including more than 10 years of post-qualification experience in Taxation and Regulatory Services. She qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2015 and has since built extensive expertise in taxation, regulatory compliance, litigation, and advisory services. She completed the Diploma in Information Systems Audit (DISA) in 2021 and the Certificate Course on Forensic Audit and Fraud Detection in 2022.

Prior to joining the firm as a Partner in 2018, she was associated with a Big Four accounting firm, where she gained significant experience in taxation, business and shareholding restructuring, and international transactions.

She handles the Direct Tax Advisory, Regulatory Compliance, Internal Audit, and Compliance practices at the Cochin office. She is actively involved in liaising with clients across diverse industries, providing strategic advisory services and ensuring seamless regulatory and statutory compliance.

Expertise

  • Direct tax advisory and compliance, tax litigation and representation before tax and regulatory authorities
  • Regulatory services covering the incorporation of companies and LLPs, business restructuring, liquidation and winding up of companies, FEMA compliance, ROC filings etc.
  • Due diligence, internal audits, information systems audits, forensic audits, and fraud detection.
  • Handling litigation matters and advising clients on complex regulatory, tax, and compliance issues, SFT Filing of Banks and Financial Institutions

Mahalakshmi Natarajan, FCA, FAFD

Kochi Office

A Chartered Accountant with 10+ years of post-qualification experience, she brings a blend of Big 4 rigor and entrepreneurial advisory to every engagement.

Her career began at a Big 4 firm specializing in International Tax and Regulatory Services, where she developed deep expertise in cross-border taxation, regulatory compliance, and litigation. She then moved into consulting, leading restructuring advisory and implementation, tax due diligence, RERA consulting, and audit assignments across real estate and corporate clients. During this phase, she also completed her certification in Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection.

Returning to the Big 4, she led statutory audits of multinational corporations as Senior, managing complex audit and reporting frameworks for global entities.

At R Rajan Associates, she oversees a full spectrum of services including statutory and internal audits, routine compliance work, forensic audit, direct tax and GST litigation, FEMA and RERA advisory, regulatory certifications, and business restructuring. She is also a certified professional in Ind AS and has completed AICA Level 1 (Artificial Intelligence).

With hands-on experience across audit, tax, regulatory, and advisory, she partners with clients to navigate complexity, ensure compliance, and build resilient, growth-focused businesses.

Expertise

  • Statutory Audit & Internal Audit of Corporates and MNCs
  • Forensic Audit and Fraud Detection Assignments
  • International Tax and Cross-border Taxation related Advisory
  • Direct Tax Litigation Support and Advisory & Tax Due Diligence
  • GST Litigation, Advisory & Routine Compliance
  • Business Restructuring, Implementation & FEMA Advisory
  • RERA Consulting for Real Estate Clientele
  • Advisory Assistance for Startups and Support in Fundraising

Preetha Shenoy, FCA

Preetha Shenoy is a home-grown Chartered Accountant who qualified in 2019. With over 7 years of rich post-qualification experience, Preetha has established herself as a trusted advisor in navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Based out of our Thrissur branch, she heads the regional taxation and audit verticals, offering tailored financial stewardship to a diverse clientele.

Preetha believes in a proactive approach to financial compliance. By combining deep technical knowledge of changing tax laws with a sharp understanding of ground-level business realities, she ensures that clients at the Thrissur branch receive seamless, forward-looking, and legally sound financial guidance.

Preetha has hands-on experience in tax litigation and has built a strong reputation for her advocacy skills. She represents clients with a high success rate before various tax authorities, navigating complex dispute resolution processes. Her representation expertise extends across multiple tiers, including Assessing Officers & Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals), GST Appellate Authorities and Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) level disputes.

Expertise

  • Direct Taxation: Strategic tax planning, compliance management, and advisory services for individuals, firms, and corporates.
  • Goods & Services Tax (GST): End-to-end GST compliance, structuring of transactions, input tax credit optimization, and audit management.
  • Non-Corporate Audits: Comprehensive statutory and internal audits for partnership firms, LLPs, trusts, and sole proprietorships, ensuring financial integrity and regulatory adherence.

Vijayakumar P, FCA

Vijayakumar P has over a decade of professional experience, including around nine years of post-qualification experience. Having qualified as a Chartered Accountant in 2017, he joined the firm as a Partner in 2021 and is based out of the firm's Puducherry office.

He specializes in Audit and Assurance Services, Tax Consultancy, and Information Security Audits, advising clients across diverse industries on financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and risk management. His expertise spans statutory audits, internal audits, tax compliance, and the evaluation of information security controls, enabling organizations to strengthen governance frameworks while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and standards.

Mr. Vijayakumar combines strong technical knowledge with a practical, solution-oriented approach, assisting clients in addressing complex business and regulatory challenges. His focus on delivering high-quality professional services, coupled with his understanding of emerging business risks and evolving compliance requirements, enables him to provide value-driven solutions tailored to each client's needs.

Based out of the firm's Puducherry office, he actively contributes to the firm's assurance and advisory practice, supporting clients with reliable, timely, and effective professional services. As part of the firm's leadership team, he remains committed to upholding the highest standards of integrity, technical excellence, and client service that define R. Rajan Associates.

Expertise

  • Direct Taxation: Strategic tax planning, compliance management, and advisory services for individuals, firms, and corporates.
  • Goods & Services Tax (GST): End-to-end GST compliance, structuring of transactions, input tax credit optimization, and audit management.
  • Non-Corporate Audits: Comprehensive statutory and internal audits for partnership firms, LLPs, trusts, and sole proprietorships, ensuring financial integrity and regulatory adherence.

Sreenath S, ACA

A home-grown Chartered Accountant who has been associated with the firm for more than a decade. Having begun his professional journey with the firm, he has grown through its ranks and was inducted as a Partner in 2021, reflecting his technical expertise, leadership, and commitment to the firm's values.

He has developed significant expertise in Audit and Assurance Services, Income Tax Advisory, Export-Import Regulatory Compliance, and Export Documentation and Procedural Formalities. He regularly advises businesses on statutory compliance, taxation, audit, and matters relating to international trade documentation, helping clients navigate complex regulatory requirements with practical and efficient solutions.

Mr. Sreenath also possesses specialized expertise in the audit and taxation of charitable and non-profit organizations, including trusts, societies, and Section 8 companies. He advises charitable institutions on regulatory compliance, tax exemptions, audit requirements, and governance matters, enabling them to operate efficiently while adhering to the applicable legal and taxation framework.

His client-focused approach, sound technical knowledge, and practical understanding of business operations have enabled him to successfully handle assignments across diverse industries. He is committed to delivering high-quality professional services while maintaining the highest standards of integrity, accuracy, and responsiveness.

As a member of the firm's leadership team, Mr. Sreenath continues to contribute to the firm's growth by delivering value-driven assurance, taxation, and advisory services, while mentoring young professionals and upholding the firm's longstanding commitment to excellence and client service.

Expertise

  • Direct Taxation: Strategic tax planning, compliance management, and advisory services for individuals, firms, and corporates.
  • Goods & Services Tax (GST): End-to-end GST compliance, structuring of transactions, input tax credit optimization, and audit management.
  • Non-Corporate Audits: Comprehensive statutory and internal audits for partnership firms, LLPs, trusts, and sole proprietorships, ensuring financial integrity and regulatory adherence.