Irving, California — DJ&A, a multidisciplinary consulting firm with a 50-year legacy, has appointed Nikhila Srirangpatna as its new Chief Financial Officer.
The Indian American finance leader brings over 20 years of experience in fiscal strategy and organizational scaling to lead the firm's financial operations as it accelerates its national expansion across the United States.
Key Facts
• Srirangpatna brings close to 20 years of proven experience in fiscal strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and organizational scaling across multiple senior leadership roles.
• DJ&A has grown from a startup in 1973 to a firm with over 120 professionals serving clients across the Western United States and now pursuing national expansion.
• She holds a Master of Accountancy from Texas State University, an MBA from Xavier Institute of Management in Bhubaneswar, and a BCom from St. Francis College for Women in Hyderabad.
Most recently, Srirangpatna held the position of Vice President of Finance at Verdantas, where she rose from associate vice president and oversaw complex financial models and mergers and acquisitions due diligence processes. Her track record demonstrates consistent success navigating rapid growth phases and complex organizational transformations.
Her professional journey includes significant tenures as CFO at Leighton Group and Group 206, where she focused on stabilizing financial operations in high-speed business environments. Most notably, she spent over a decade as CFO of Group Delta Consultants, Inc.
, a role that established her reputation for disciplined financial management and values-based leadership.
Srirangpatna's early career was built on a strong technical foundation in accounting and corporate finance. She began her professional journey with firms such as Cooper Graci & Co and Polaris Software, developing expertise that would shape her executive leadership approach.
Her educational background reflects a commitment to rigorous financial training and cross-cultural business acumen.
She completed her Master of Accountancy at Texas State University, earned her MBA in Accounting and Finance from Xavier Institute of Management in Bhubaneswar, India, and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from St. Francis College for Women in Hyderabad.
DJ&A describes her as bringing
The firm believes her expertise in guiding organizations through transformation positions them to navigate shifting economic landscapes in the consulting industry.
Srirangpatna will lead a financial team tasked with ensuring DJ&A maintains its technical excellence while exploring new market opportunities. The consulting firm, known for its professional services ranging from engineering to environmental consulting, views her arrival as foundational to enhancing its national strategic capabilities.
As the consulting industry faces evolving economic conditions and market demands, Srirangpatna's background in M&A and operational efficiency is expected to position DJ&A for continued resilience and growth. Her leadership is anticipated to provide the financial foundation necessary for the firm to honor its 50-year tradition of technical service while embracing the challenges and opportunities of expanding its national footprint.
DJ&A said regarding her expertise.
The appointment marks a significant milestone for both Srirangpatna and DJ&A as the firm pursues ambitious national expansion goals. Industry observers will watch closely to see how her strategic financial leadership influences the firm's growth trajectory in the competitive consulting sector.
Do You Know?
DJ&A evolved from a 1973 startup focused specifically on U.S. Forest Service projects into a multidisciplinary consulting powerhouse operating across the entire Western United States with over 120 professionals today.
Key Terms
• PERM Labor Certification: A U.S. Department of Labor process that employers use to sponsor foreign workers for permanent residency by demonstrating that hiring a foreign worker does not undercut U.S. wages or job opportunities.
• Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A): Business transactions in which one company acquires another or two companies combine, requiring detailed financial analysis and due diligence to evaluate risks and opportunities.
• CFO (Chief Financial Officer): The executive responsible for managing a company's financial planning, financial records, financial reporting, and financial strategy to guide organizational growth and stability.
• Due Diligence: A comprehensive investigation or audit of a company's financial records, operations, and legal standing, typically required during acquisitions to assess risks and validate valuations.
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