Vedanta Limited has appointed Pankaj Jha as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of its Power Sector, following his successful tenure as CFO of Vedanta’s Aluminium Business in Jharsuguda. With more than 16 years of global experience in finance, strategy, business planning, and risk management, Jha brings extensive expertise in driving financial transformation and strengthening organizational growth.
During his leadership at Vedanta Aluminium Business, Jha played a key role in establishing strong cost-control mechanisms, implementing robust financial strategies, and enabling business expansion through structured financial transformation. Prior to this, he made significant contributions at Bharat Aluminium Company Limited as Associate Manager (FP&A), where he focused on board-level reporting, reconciliations, and monitoring business performance to ensure operational efficiency.
Jha’s association with Vedanta has seen him rise through multiple leadership roles, including Deputy CFO and General Manager – MAS in Mumbai, where he was instrumental in aligning financial operations with strategic business goals. His career reflects adaptability and consistency in creating value across different business verticals.
He began his professional journey as an Industrial Trainee with Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), where he gained foundational expertise in MIS reporting, audit processes, and financial analysis. These early experiences shaped his analytical approach and prepared him for larger responsibilities in corporate finance.
Jha’s career also spans extensive international exposure across South Africa, Zambia, Namibia, Taiwan, China, Japan, Fujairah, South Korea, Italy, and Brazil, where he spearheaded projects in internal controls, financial benchmarking, and adoption of best practices. This global outlook has enabled him to integrate diverse financial perspectives into Vedanta’s operations.
Known for his focus on financial discipline, adaptability, and long-term value creation, Jha continues to be a pivotal leader in strengthening Vedanta Limited’s financial ecosystem. In his new role as CFO of the Power Sector, he is expected to drive sustainable financial strategies, enhance operational efficiency, and further solidify Vedanta’s position in the energy and resources industry.
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