Saumil Shah
Managing Partner
+91-9867018793 saumilshah@clayrich.in

Background

Saumil is a seasoned Chartered Accountant, renowned for his profound expertise in Mergers and Acquisitions,corporate restructuring, and international taxation. Graduating with a distinct rank in 1996 and furthering his education with a Certificate in International Taxation from Golden Gate University in 2000.

Saumil has built an impressive career over 25 years. He has held pivotal roles in the tax practices at leading firms, including Partner positions at KPMG India, PwC India, and Dhruva Advisors in Mumbai. His international exposure includes significant stints at KPMG in Silicon Valley, US, and PwC in Bangalore.

Key Expertise

Saumil's expertise extends beyond traditional accounting; he possesses a comprehensive understanding of various legal frameworks crucial to effective M&A execution, family arrangements & succession planning including tax laws, SEBI provisions, NBFC regulations, FEMA provisions, and international tax treaties.

Saumil's strengths include devising and managing complex & cross-border succession planning and M&A structuring including corporate mergers/ demergers, due diligence reviews, making him a trusted advisor in high-stakes transactions. He also contributes his acumen as an investor and mentor to young businesses and serves as an independent director on several boards.

Renowned for his go-getter attitude and strong commercial acumen, Saumil balances his professional commitments with personal passions, being an avid badminton player and tabla enthusiast.

Sujoy Mehta
+91-9892512345 sujoymehta@clayrich.in

Background

Sujoy is a Chartered Accountant and a Commerce graduate, with over 10 years of experience in Audit andTaxation.

Sujoy has worked with a leading consulting firm, Price Water house Coopers (PwC) for 3 years, prior to becoming a practitioner.

Key Expertise

• Sujoy has a wide exposure in the fields of Direct and Indirect tax, including Compliances, Advisory, Appeals,Assessments and Litigations.
• Sujoy works extensively with Start-up Companies.
• Sujoy has co-authored a book on GST Registration for GSTPAM.
• Sujoy is also an active member of various professional bodies viz. The Chamber of Tax Consultants, Mumbai(CTC) and The Goods and Service Tax Practitioner's Association of Maharashtra (GSTPAM).

Nilesh Dharia
+91-9821751650 nileshdharia@clayrich.in

Background

Nilesh, a Chartered Accountant with over 40 years of experience in audit and taxation, has a proven track record of delivering high-quality, reliable, and efficient services to clients across diverse industries.

Nilesh has gained extensive experience in conducting audits of financial statements, internal audits, and compliance audits, as well as providing a range of taxation services including tax planning, preparation and filing of tax returns, and representing clients in tax disputes.

Key Expertise

Nilesh extends his expertise in audit and taxation to a wide range of industries, including manufacturing,retail, real estate, healthcare, government companies and professional services. Nilesh has also worked with clients of various sizes, from small family-owned businesses to large multinational corporations.

Nilesh is known for providing personalized attention, clear communication, and practical solutions to complex accounting and taxation issues. He focuses on building strong, lasting relationships with clients, grounded in trust, integrity, and professionalism.

Wasim Shaikh
+91-9870036789 wasimshaikh@clayrich.in

Background

Wasim is a Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and a commerce graduate fromMumbai University

He has gained extensive experience working with multiple organizations post-qualification, where he specialized in handling a wide range of direct taxation matters. Over the years, he has been actively involved in representing clients before the Income-tax authorities, including Assessing Officers and the Commissioner of Income-tax (Appeals), gaining hands-on exposure in litigation, assessments, and appellate proceedings.

Key Expertise

Wasim has rich knowledge for tax planning and compliance services across various industries, helping clientsreduce their tax liabilities through well-structured, practical, and business-focused solutions tailored to their specific needs

He brings in-depth expertise in direct tax matters including return filing, and advisory on complex income-taxissues, ensuring clients maintain strong compliance and optimal tax positions.

Known for his analytical approach and attention to detail, he consistently delivers accurate, timely, andtechnically sound tax advice, backed by up-to-date knowledge of evolving tax laws and judicial developments.

Chinkit Gandhi
+91-9664291909 chinkitgandhi@clayrich.in

Background

Chinkit is a qualified Chartered Accountant with a decade of professional experience in diverse financial services.

Throughout his career, Chinkit has advised a diverse clientele from emerging businesses to multinational corporations across sectors such as manufacturing, healthcare, retail, and professional services. He has played a key role in offering expertise for financial statement analysis, accounting realignment, and strategy implementation.

Key Expertise

With extensive training and practical experience in financial management, Chinkit has developed a strong capabilities in financial analysis, GST compliance, TDS regulations, and reporting systems, using technology to streamline operations and enhance financial efficiency.

With expertise in financial analysis and Indirect Taxation, Chinkit excels at interpreting complex business data, ensuring accurate financial information for informed decision-making.

Passionate about current affairs, regulatory updates, and integrating them into client-centric advisory.

Mitul Valia
+91-88795 52757 mitulvalia@clayrich.in

Background

CA Mitul Valia has over a decade of professional experience, having worked with multiple reputed CA firms,including Big 4 organizations, where he specialized in handling a wide spectrum of Statutory Audits, InternalAudits, and Virtual CFO assignments across diverse industries.

Known for his collaborative approach, Mitul works closely with management teams to turn financial data into practical insights that support informed decisions and long-term business growth

Key Expertise

Mitul has extensive experience in Statutory and Internal Audits across diverse business segments, including manufacturing, trading, and services.

He has successfully managed Outsourced Accounting and Virtual CFO assignments for both domestic and international clients, driving financial efficiency and business insights.

His exposure also extends to Direct Tax and GST matters, providing comprehensive advisory and compliance support across various industries