ITC Narmada, a luxury collection hotel in Ahmedabad, has announced the appointment of Hemant Kumar Sharma as the property’s new Head of Finance. Sharma, a cost and management accountant with over 16 years of experience, has held leadership positions across India’s largest conglomerates in hospitality, manufacturing, and financial services.

In his new role at ITC Narmada, Sharma will lead the finance function, ensuring robust governance, efficient financial operations, and compliance with regulatory frameworks. He will also oversee financial planning and analysis, with a focus on enhancing value creation and supporting ITC Narmada’s long-term growth strategy in Ahmedabad’s competitive and diverse market.

Previously, Sharma served as Head of Finance at ITC Hotels Limited, managing internal audits, statutory audits, budgeting, forecasting, and monthly financial statements across multiple functions. He has also worked with Oberoi Hotels & Resorts (EIH Limited), where he managed financial planning, corporate reporting, internal controls, and strategic cost management at both property and group levels.

Commenting on his appointment, Sharma said, “I am delighted to join ITC Narmada at such an exciting stage in its journey. The property has set new benchmarks in luxury and sustainable hospitality in Ahmedabad and Gujarat, and I look forward to contributing to its continued success by strengthening financial stewardship, driving operational efficiencies, and supporting its growth vision.”

Sharma holds a CMA qualification from the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI), a Master of Commerce from IGNOU, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration (Finance) from SCDL Pune. His expertise includes SAP implementation, IFRS integration, and the development of internal controls and standard operating procedures, making him well-equipped to guide ITC Narmada’s finance strategy in alignment with the brand’s premium hospitality standards.