Balaji Iyengar

Experience

• Chief Financial OfficerCurrent

  Manipal Education and Medical Group · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

  Feb 2026 – Present

• Chief Financial Officer & Founding MemberCurrent

  UNext Learning ( Manipal Group) · Bangalore Urban, Karnataka, India

  Jan 2021 – Present

  Budgeting and Financial Planning: -Develop and manage budgets that align with the company's strategic goals. -Collaborate with other departments to ensure financial plans support key initiatives. -Resource Allocation for Technology: -Assess and allocate resources for the development and maintenance of educational technology platforms. -Evaluate the return on investment (ROI) for technology expenditures. Funding and Capital Structure: -Secure funding through various channels, such as Bank Debt, Equity & strategic partnerships. -Optimize the company's capital structure to ensure sustainable growth. Risk Management: -Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with technological advancements and market dynamics. -Implement strategies to safeguard against uncertainties in the EdTech industry. Financial Reporting and Compliance: -Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting to stakeholders and regulatory bodies. -Stay updated on relevant financial regulations impacting the EdTech sector. Strategic Decision Support: -Provide financial insights to support strategic decision-making. -Collaborate with the executive team to align financial strategies with overall company objectives. Scaling Operations: -Develop financial strategies that support the company's expansion and scaling efforts. -Manage financial aspects of mergers, acquisitions, or partnerships. -Customer Acquisition and Retention: -Evaluate the financial aspects of customer acquisition costs and retention strategies. -Contribute to pricing strategies that balance competitiveness and profitability. Long-Term Sustainability: -Establish financial models that ensure the long-term sustainability of the EdTech company. -Anticipate and address financial challenges associated with changes in educational policies or technological advancements. To navigate the intersection of finance, technology, and education to drive financial success and contribute to the company's overall mission of improving education.