Profile

Indrajit Roy Choudhury

Indrajit Roy Choudhury is an Indian banking strategist and digital transformation advisor known for modernizing core banking systems and implementing enterprise digital initiatives across Asia and the Middle East. His career spans nearly four decades, during which he has shaped operational, financial, and technological reforms in both public and private banking institutions.

Key Facts

• Current roles: CFO, Shandz Company; Strategic Consultant (2025–present)
• Previous tenures: Banking Consultant, Trade Bank of Iraq (2007–2023); Operation Advisor, RT Bank (2024)
• Earlier career: Senior Manager, Punjab National Bank (1985–2007)
• Education: M.Sc. in Mathematics, University of Delhi (1985)
• Core expertise: Core banking modernization, digital transformation, trade finance, risk management

Career and Leadership

Indrajit began his career at Punjab National Bank, where he led major initiatives such as the rollout of the Infosys-Finacle core banking solution, decentralisation of finalisation of accounts to the zonal level, and ISO 9000 quality certification across multiple branches. At the Trade Bank of Iraq, he was instrumental in deploying Finastra’s (erstwhile, Misys) Equation and Trade Innovation systems, digitising trade finance operations valued at over USD 20 billion. His leadership extended to digital banking adoption, mobile platform implementation, and risk governance enhancements that substantially improved efficiency and compliance.

Strategic Consulting and Transformation

Beyond operational roles, he advises financial institutions and conglomerates on strategic modernisation and economic equity initiatives. His consultancy work emphasises enterprise resource planning (ERP), core banking integration, and trade finance solutions. At Shandz Company, he oversees group-wide financial restructuring and digital transformation to strengthen fiscal control and reporting accuracy.

Recognition and Achievements

Throughout his career, Indrajit has received numerous commendations for leadership and innovation—from ISO certification milestones to pioneering the digital integration of banking networks in India and Iraq. He is also the recipient of the University of Delhi’s His Holiness the Pope Scholarship for academic excellence.

Education and Credentials

He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in mathematics from the University of Delhi and professional certifications in digital transformation, credit and foreign exchange operations, reputation risk, and financial markets regulation.