Machan Resorts has announced the appointment of Ankit Kotriwal as Head of Finance, based at the company’s Mumbai Head Office. The appointment underscores Machan Resorts’ focus on building strong leadership capabilities as it continues to scale its experiential and sustainability-led hospitality portfolio.
A seasoned finance professional with global exposure
A Chartered Accountant by qualification, Ankit brings with him over 15 years of extensive experience across leading global corporates. He has worked with reputed organisations such as Ernst & Young and KPMG, gaining deep expertise in financial controls, audits, compliance, risk management, and strategic financial planning.
With professional exposure spanning India, the UK, and the Middle East, Ankit has developed a strong understanding of multinational financial systems, reporting standards, regulatory frameworks, and scalable business operations—experience that will be instrumental as Machan Resorts strengthens its internal financial architecture.
Driving financial strategy and operational efficiency
In his new role, Ankit will be responsible for driving the overall financial strategy of Machan Resorts. His mandate includes strengthening financial discipline and controls, optimising operational efficiencies, and supporting the organisation’s long-term growth and sustainability objectives. He will report directly to the Leadership Team and work closely with senior stakeholders across the business.
Leadership perspective from Machan Resorts
Commenting on the appointment, Sanat Hooja, Partner, Machan Resorts, said, “We are delighted to welcome Ankit to the leadership team. His depth of experience across global consulting firms and corporates, coupled with his strong understanding of financial systems and controls, will play a crucial role as we continue to strengthen our internal processes and support the company’s growth journey.”
A shared vision for sustainable growth
Expressing his enthusiasm on joining the organisation, Ankit said, “I am excited to join Machan Resorts at this important phase of its growth. The brand’s strong focus on sustainability and experiential hospitality resonates deeply with me. I look forward to working closely with the leadership team to build robust financial frameworks that support long-term value creation.”
