Khushboo Jain

Finance Director | Chartered Accountant | IFRS, UK GAAP, US GAAP, SOX | Board & Audit Committee Advisor | Speaker

United Kingdom

About

I am a Chartered Accountant and strategic finance leader with over 15 years of experience across Big Four firms and senior finance roles in global listed organisations. Currently, I serve as Director of Financial Reporting at Carnival plc (dual-listed UK/US, $25bn turnover), where I lead UK and IFRS reporting, partner with Boards and Audit Committees, and drive reporting transformation initiatives. Throughout my career, I have delivered high-quality financial reporting, SOX compliance, and governance frameworks for some of the world’s largest listed companies, including Carnival, British American Tobacco, Dow Chemicals, WPP, and Bharti Airtel. I combine deep technical expertise in IFRS, UK GAAP, US GAAP, and SOX with the ability to communicate complex issues clearly to senior stakeholders. Recognised for leadership, collaboration, and mentoring, I thrive on building and developing high-performing teams and driving process improvements that deliver lasting value. I am passionate about embedding strong financial controls, advancing sustainability reporting (TCFD), and ensuring finance functions are future-ready. 🔑 Core Expertise • Financial Reporting (IFRS, UK GAAP, US GAAP) • SOX & Internal Controls (COSO 2013) • Risk & Governance Frameworks • Sustainability & TCFD Reporting • Board & Audit Committee Advisory • Finance Transformation & Efficiency • Team Leadership, Coaching & Mentoring I am always open to networking with finance leaders, board members, and professionals passionate about shaping the future of financial reporting and governance. When not immersed in financial statements, I channel creativity into painting, embracing the balance between analytical precision and artistic expression.

Experience

  • Director Financial Management at Sodexo
    Mar 2026 - Present · 5 mos

  • Director, Financial reporting at Carnival Corporation
    Jul 2022 - Feb 2026 · 3 yrs 8 mos

    • Lead UK statutory and IFRS reporting for the world’s largest cruise operator ($25 billion turnover, dual-listed UK/US). • Partner with CFO Group, Audit Committee, Board, external auditors, and regulators on complex reporting matters. • Led business transformation in finance - Implemented FRS 101 UK GAAP, reducing complexity and driving efficiency. • Presented technical accounting papers directly to the Board and Audit Committee. • Embedded governance frameworks, risk mitigation policies, and reporting process improvements. • Mentor and coach finance professionals, fostering growth and wellbeing.

  • KPMG (3 yrs 7 mos)
    • Senior Manager
      Jul 2020 - Jul 2022 · 2 yrs 1 mo

      • Directed audits for FTSE 10/100 clients, including British American Tobacco (£25bn dual listed). • Led SOX compliance and ICOFR audits, including first-year implementation under COSO 2013. • Strengthened governance and internal controls, influencing executive-level decision-making. • Collaborated with international service centres to deliver efficient global audit solutions. • Represented Audit in corporate leadership forums; recognised with multiple Encore Awards for excellence

    • Manager
      Jan 2019 - Jul 2020 · 1 yr 7 mos

  • Manager at Deloitte LLP
    Jan 2017 - Jan 2019 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Managed audits for leading clients including Dow Chemicals, WPP, United Biscuits, and GW Pharmaceuticals. • Oversaw budgets, contract negotiations, and fee recoveries. • Ensured audit quality through technical review and team mentoring.

  • Senior at Deloitte & Touche AERS Pvt. Ltd.
    Dec 2014 - Dec 2016 · 2 yrs 1 mo

    Delivered audits for global listed clients under a remote service model, including Tullow Oil, UnitedHealth Group, and Aurora Healthcare.