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Our Leadership Team

Driven by Experience. Powered by Expertise. Leading with Vision

At Anand and Ponnappan, we are proud to be led by a team of visionary professionals and industry pioneers who uphold the highest standards in financial governance and professional ethics. Our partners bring together decades of expertise across domains such as audit, taxation, financial consulting, forensic investigation, risk management, and regulatory compliance. From shaping industry norms to leading national institutions, our leadership is defined by insight, impact, and integrity.

Founding Partners - Visionaries Who Built the Foundation of Excellence

"Pioneering thought leadership and integrity since inception."

R. Anandakumar

Founder Partner

With an illustrious career spanning 40+ years, he specializes in bank audits, internal audits, and statutory audits for leading institutions. He has been a past member of ICAI's Sub-Committee on Insurance, contributing his regulatory expertise. His extensive experience in auditing public and private sector enterprises, coupled with his deep financial acumen, makes him a valuable asset to the firm. He brings deep regulatory knowledge and financial acumen to the firm.

R. Ponnappan

Founder Partner

A distinguished professional with over 40 years of experience in financial reporting, taxation, forensic audits, and due diligence. As a past member of the CESURA of ICAI (2004-05) and a co-opted member of the Public Finance Committee (2008-09), he has played a vital role in shaping industry standards. He has extensive experience handling audits for public and private sector companies, including central statutory audits of nationalized banks and insurance companies. He is also an empanelled Technical Reviewer for ICAI's Financial Reporting Review Board, Peer Review Board, and Quality Review Board. He plays a key role in ensuring the audit quality, shaping financial governance and compliance.

Managing & Senior Partners - Guiding Growth with Strategic Foresight

"Steering the firm's evolution through vision, governance, and deep expertise."

B. Hariharan

Managing Partner

With over 25 years of experience, he is a specialist in statutory and internal audits, taxation, and financial reporting. He is a registered Insolvency Resolution Professional and a qualified DISA professional. His expertise extends to direct tax consultancy, including income tax representation. His strategic approach helps businesses navigate complex financial landscapes.

J. Chandrasekaran

Senior Partner

With 40 years of expertise in financial reporting and company audits. His deep knowledge of Ind AS and company audit regulations makes him a key contributor to the firm's audit quality and compliance practices.. His commitment to financial integrity and risk management ensures high standards in all engagements.

D. Santhanam

Senior Partner

A veteran with over 40 years of experience in public and private sector audits. He specializes in taxation, accounting, and indirect laws. He is a qualified DISA professional and has completed the Ind AS Certification Course. He is also a Technical Reviewer of ICAI's Financial Reporting Review Board, Quality Review Board and a Peer Reviewer.

R. Sundararajan

Senior Partner

With 37 years of expertise in audits for public and private sector companies. He ensures transparency, regulatory compliance, and financial excellence. He is a qualified DISA professional and holds a Graduate ICWAI qualification. Involves in providing strategic financial insights that drive business success. Stationed at Madurai, he strengthens the firm's presence in the region.

M. Subramanian

Senior Partner

Bringing 32 years of experience in audits, taxation, and accounting. He is a trusted expert ensuring compliance and business growth for clients. Based in Madurai, he leads engagements across diverse industries.

C. Krishnan Menon

Senior Partner

Bringing 35 years of experience in statutory and internal audits. He has deep expertise in taxation and financial reporting. He is a qualified DIRM professional and provides direct and indirect tax consultancy, including representation before regulatory authorities. He provides analytical insights that help businesses thrive. Based in Kochi, he plays a crucial role in the firm's operations in the region.

V. Mohan

Senior Partner

With 13 years of experience in company audits, taxation, and accounting post service in Industry. He has a strong foundation in internal and statutory audits for both public and private sector entities. He possess certification in Concurrent Audit of Banks with ICAI.

Partners - Emerging Leaders & Innovators in Financial Solutions

"Innovating compliance and insight-driven solutions for tomorrow's enterprises."

D. Kavitha Chowdary

Partner

With 10 years of experience, she specializes in financial reconciliation, data analytics, and insurance claim verification. Certified in Concurrent Audit of Banks (ICAI), she has extensive knowledge of banking operations and fraud detection. Her expertise in compliance and internal control evaluations ensures robust financial management. Her innovative approach ensures businesses remain compliant and financially optimized.

R. Divya

Partner

A dynamic professional having experience of 10 years and a Graduate Member of ICWAI. She has extensive exposure handling in corporate audits, financial reconciliations, and risk assessments. Certified in Concurrent Audit of Banks, SAP, and Ind AS (ICAI), she excels in regulatory compliance, forensic accounting, and financial reporting. Her ability to leverage data analytics enhances internal controls and decision-making processes. She helps in businesses maintain accurate audits and strategic financial planning.

Y. Banuteja

Partner

A dedicated and passionate Chartered Accountant with 5 years of extensive experience. He is currently a co-opted member for Students Committee of SIRC of ICAI. He has led statutory and internal audits for listed companies, Public Sector undertakings, banks, insurance companies, charitable trusts/NGOs/Non-Profit Organisations and other non-corporate entities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and financial accuracy.

His expertise spans financial reporting, auditing and assurances, taxation, accounting and corporate governance. His sectoral experience includes power generation, chemicals and fertilizers, shipbuilding, engineering, highways, construction, mining, healthcare and education. He holds additional qualifications as a Cost Accountant (ICWAI), Diploma in Information Systems Audit (ICAI) and has certifications in Ind AS, GST, Forensic Accounting and Fraud Detection (FAFD), and Business Responsibility & Sustainability Reporting. Demonstrates his expertise in enhancing audit quality and compliance through active participation in ICAI's Centre of Audit Quality and assistance with Quality Review Board, Financial Review Reporting Board and Peer Review Board assignments.

A Chetna

Partner

With over 14 years of experience in corporate taxation and accounting, she specialize in financial software migration, tax compliance, and audit management. She have successfully led transitions from QuickBooks to Tally ERP, ensuring 99% data accuracy, and provided expert consulting on income tax, GST, and regulatory matters. She supports startups, SMEs, and nonprofits in financial reporting, funding compliance, and statutory obligations. Adept in Tally Prime, QuickBooks, and Power BI, she deliver tailored, tech-enabled financial solutions that improve efficiency and support business decisions.

Industry Leaders - Catalysts in Strategic Thinking & Policy Advisory

"Transforming the landscape of finance through insight, mentorship, and governance."

D. Balasubramani

Partner

Bringing 30+ years of Industrial experience holding various key executive position in the Accounting and Finance Functions of Multinational Companies. He is also a member of Institute of Cost and Management Accountants of India and Institute of Company Secretaries of India. He also guides students pursuing accountancy and commerce profession.

S. N. Rajeswari

Partner
Former CMD, Oriental Insurance Co. Ltd. | Former Member (Distribution), IRDAI

A seasoned leader in the insurance industry with over 37 years of distinguished service. A Chartered Accountant, MBA graduate from Bharathiar University, and Fellow of the Insurance Institute of India, she exemplifies the fusion of technical excellence and executive leadership.
Her illustrious career began in 1984 as a Direct Recruit Officer with United India Insurance Company Ltd., where she mastered roles in marketing, technical operations, finance, and accounts. Her promotion to Deputy General Manager & CFO at New India Assurance Co. Ltd., and later elevation to General Manager, marked her rise as a transformative leader in the industry.
In a significant leadership milestone, she served as the Chairman-cum-Managing Director of The Oriental Insurance Company Limited, contributing to the strategic direction of one of India's premier public sector insurers.
She was later appointed as Member (Distribution) at the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) on March 4, 2021, a post she held with distinction on a contract for tenure of three years, which ended on March 3,2024.
Ms. Rajeswari is highly regarded for her regulatory insight, operational excellence, and pioneering contributions to India’s general insurance landscape.

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