Through our commitment to innovation, integration, and exceptional execution.
We Don't Just Consult; We Revolutionize the Consulting Experience
Who Are We?
S&B Consulting, a leader in risk, business, technology, and financial consulting, embodies the fusion of expert execution and innovative technology. Our seasoned professionals, many with backgrounds from Big 4 consulting firms, leverage over decades of expertise to navigate the intricacies of today’s dynamic business world.
Founded by veterans from top-tier consulting, S&B has evolved into a powerhouse of consulting excellence. We are dedicated to providing strategic, tech-driven solutions, harnessing both traditional wisdom and cutting-edge approaches to steer our clients towards unparalleled success and transformation in their fields.
SIGHT BEYOND - Envisioning Future Possibilities
SIGHT BEYOND is not just a theme; it’s the essence of S&B Consulting. We believe in looking beyond the immediate, beyond the conventional, to uncover opportunities and solutions that others might miss. This encapsulates our commitment to forward-thinking, offering a vision that transcends traditional boundaries and embraces future possibilities.
Our Vision, Mission & Values
Our Unwavering Commitment to Empowering Businesses with a Sight Beyond
MISSION
To provide clients with a profound understanding of the dynamic business landscape, enabling them to make informed decisions that drive sustainable success.
VISION
To empower businesses with a Sight Beyond the ordinary, illuminating possibilities and propelling them towards a future defined by strategic brilliance.
VALUES
S&B is dedicated to providing exceptional service with integrity, client focus, innovation, and collaboration.
Key Leadership Members
Manish is an experienced advisory professional with over 20+ years of expertise including CEO, COO, and Chief Audit Executive positions in consulting (PwC and KPMG) and various industries across the UAE and Hong Kong and India. He is a Chartered Accountant, Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Fraud Examiner and a Certified Risk and Governance professional.
Manish is a Chartered Accountant and a Certified Internal Auditor with over 20 years of experience in a wide range of areas, including internal audit, governance, audits, tax and compliance. He has worked in both the private sector and consulting (PwC, E&Y & Deloitte) in various countries, including the UAE, Muscat, West Africa, India, the USA, and the UK.
His experience spans across various industries, such as manufacturing, retail and consumer, oil and gas, pharmaceutical, engineering services, hospitality, logistics, and media.
Manish's expertise lies in providing consulting services on UAE VAT, corporate tax assessment, assurance services, process risk reviews, and compliance with economic substance regulations (ESR) and anti-money laundering (AML) regulations in the UAE. He has also conducted webinars and seminars on UAE corporate tax.
Reema Shah is a data scientist with 20 years of experience. She holds a PGD in Leadership & Entrepreneurship from the University of Berlin and a PG in AIML & Data Science from the University of Texas. She has worked in various roles, from Strategic consultant to Program Lead, for Product Companies, VCs, System Integration Co’s, and Distribution Houses. Reema also has experience in seeding product companies in India and South Asia under the umbrella of a VC.
Reema has been pursuing Data Transformation Projects using AIML, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Automation & RPA solutions across Retail, Wholesale, Corporate Banking, Life & General Insurance, NBFCs, AMCs, Broker Houses, IT Companies, and Media Houses in India, UAE, GCC, US, Australia and Africa.
Reema has worked closely with Governing bodies in India such as RBI, IRDA, SEBI, and TRY while trying to seed technologies with consulting houses such as KPMG, PWC, Deloitte, and E&Y. This collaboration has led to her specialization in Banking, Financial Sector & Insurance.
Last 3 years Reema has been pursuing Data Transformation Projects using AIML, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Automation & RPA solutions across Retail, Wholesale, Corporate Banking, Life & General Insurance, NBFCs, AMCs, Broker Houses, IT Companies, Media Houses in India and Internationally.
Launched and managed an American tool on Desktop & Infra Automation, India & South Asia (Worked with Global Partners like Wipro, HCL, TCS for deploying projects in India, South Asia & ME).
Reema has worked closely with Governing bodies in India such as RBI, IRDA, SEBI, TRY while trying to seed technologies with consulting houses such as KPMG, PWC, Deloitte, E&Y and hence specializes in Banking, Financial Sector & Insurance.
Paras is a Chartered Accountant and has over two decades of experience in Audit and Accounting Services and have worked with consulting firms, E&Y and PwC. He has also gained valuable experience working at senior positions and as an entrepreneur in the industry. Previously, Paras held the position of General Manager at Cunico Marketing FZE (Dubai), a subsidiary of Cunico Resources NV (Netherlands), and Corporate Finance Manager of Cunico Resources NV.
His expertise encompasses Financial Accounting and Reporting, Regulatory Accounting, Corporate Governance, Corporate and Tax Laws, Assurance, and Advisory Business Services. Paras possesses a solid understanding and application of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). He has extensive experience in preparing, reviewing, and analyzing financial statements in accordance with IFRS, including multi-level consolidation, complex cash flow statements, cash flow analysis, and the resolution of technical issues.
Prakriti is a Chartered Accountant from India and also holds a Bachelor in Accounting and Finance. She has 12 years of experience in Corporate Tax including Transfer Pricing and International Taxation. She has worked for 8 years in PwC India and has served plenty of Multinational Companies (MNCs) on their Compliance, Dispute resolution & Litigation and Advisory projects.
She has assisted MNCs with transfer pricing planning and advisory support for initial set up, included conducting benchmarking for price setting for various transactions. Reviewed global transfer pricing documentation for MNC clients in IT and Staffing sector. Prepared submissions for transfer pricing assessment and Dispute Resolution Penal (DRP) applications. Prepared/ reviewed domestic transfer pricing compliance and documentation reports including Master file, Local file and Country by Country Report (CbCR).
In UAE she has been involved in Corporate Tax assessment, Related Party, connected party transaction analysis, and Transfer Pricing benchmarking documentation. She has prepared Intra Group Services Report for MNC, documenting the evidence for receipt of services, need and benefit, cost allocation mechanism and arm's length analysis in compliance with OECD guidance on IGS documentation.
Prajakta brings over a decade of experience in Value Added Tax (VAT), Corporate Tax, and International Taxation, honed through her work at Big4 Consulting, PwC and other consulting firms. As a seasoned taxation professional, she possesses a wealth of knowledge and proven skills in minimizing companies' tax exposure and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Her expertise extends to managing and overseeing tax compliance functions, designing and implementing tax strategies within organizations. Prajakta is adept at adhering to all tax regulations while working diligently to minimize tax liabilities and maximize after-tax profits.
Prajakta has successfully ensured that clients comply with regulations and meet their state and federal tax obligations. Her contributions include conceptualizing and executing strategic tax planning initiatives, leading to lower effective tax rates and improved operational efficiency.
Shardha has nine years of experience in international taxation with Big4 consulting firms such as Deloitte and PwC. She has reviewed and participated in the preparation of global transfer pricing documentation reports, master files, and benchmarking reports for Indian clients and clients across Australia, Japan, Singapore, the UAE, and the USA.
She is knowledgeable about the BEPS Action Plan's compliance requirements for multinational conglomerates, such as three-tiered documentation, country-by-country reports, master files, and global documentation. Shardha has conducted functions, assets, and risks interviews and drafted FAR analysis for transfer pricing reports. She has performed benchmarking of intercompany financial transactions (loans, guarantees, fees, and charges), credit rating analysis, and financial transactions analysis, including loan benchmarking, annual fee analysis, and cash pool analysis.
Her advisory assignments include framing transfer pricing policies for groups, updating existing policies, and commenting on transfer pricing implications in various jurisdictions. She is proficient in conducting corporate tax assessment assignments in the UAE.
Neha is a Chartered Accountant and Company Secretary from India, with a Master’s degree in Commerce from Rajasthan University. She brings over 11 years of expertise in Indirect Taxation across India and the GCC, specializing in GST, UAE VAT, and cross-border tax compliance.
Her professional journey includes over five years at Ernst & Young (EY) India and a tenure at Crowe UAE, where she led complex tax advisory and compliance projects across industries such as consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, infrastructure, and services.
Currently a Senior Manager at S&B Consulting, Neha advises clients on VAT registration, compliance assessments, ESR requirements, and cross-border tax structuring. She holds the PwC UAE VAT Compliance Diploma and is known for her strategic insights, regulatory acumen, and results-driven approach.
Naman is a Chartered Accountant with over 4 years of experience in Internal Audit, Risk Advisory, and Compliance, developed through his work with Baker Tilly in India and consulting engagements in the UAE. He has worked across diverse industries including healthcare, power, hospitality, NBFCs, and consumer goods.
He brings strong expertise in risk management, internal controls, and governance frameworks. His core competencies include Fraud Risk Assessment, AML Compliance, Internal Financial Controls (IFC/ICFR), and the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Naman has led multiple cross-functional audit assignments, vendor risk assessments, and inventory reviews, helping organizations strengthen compliance and improve operational resilience. His ability to analyze control environments and recommend automation and process improvements adds measurable value to his clients’ business operations.
