CA. (Dr.) Durgesh Pandey

Managing Partner

PhD, FCA, LLB, CFE(USA), DISA (ICAI)

CA. (Dr.) Durgesh Pandey is the Founder and Managing Partner of DKMS & Associates, specializing in Forensic Accounting, Financial Crime Investigation, and Management Consulting. With over 15 years of experience, he has advised corporates, regulators, and enforcement agencies in India and abroad on high-impact financial crime cases, accounting transformations, and technology-led consulting projects.

Key Highlights:

• Global Expert & Academic - Honorary Professor at the University of Portsmouth (UK), former Professor of Practice at NFSU (India), and trainer for regulators, enforcement agencies, and corporates across 35+ countries.
• Industry Leadership - Investigated 200+ financial crime cases, supported agencies such as the Enforcement Directorate, Economic Offences Wing, Anti-Corruption Bureau, and advised leading banks, PSUs, and corporates.
• Thought Leadership & Research - Author of Forensic Foresight: Case Based Persective on FAIS (Taxmann), published widely in international journals (Scopus, Journal of Money Laundering Control, Fraud Magazine), and led funded research on blockchain, governance, and fraud centres with ICAEW and the UK Home Office.
• Training & Mentorship - Trained 20,000+ Chartered Accountants, bankers, police, and regulators, including officers of SFIO, ED, SEBI, State Bank of India, and Royal Malaysian Police.
• Management Consulting & Technology Projects - Delivered feasibility studies, ERP implementations, fixed asset register projects, and large-scale accounting automation using advanced digital platforms.

Recognized for bridging practice, policy, and academia, he contributes as a Board Member at Universities and is a sought-after speaker at national and international platforms including ICAI, ASEANAPOL, and the UK Counter-Fraud Conference.

CA. (Dr.) Vibha Pandey

Partner

PhD, B.Com, FCA, FAFD (ICAI), DISA (ICAI)

CA. (Dr.) Vibha Pandey is a Partner at DKMS & Associates, bringing over a decade of professional and industry experience to the firm's leadership. Based at the Ahmedabad Head Office, she plays a key role in both client engagements and firm administration.

Areas of Expertise:

• ERP System Implementation & IT Assurance - Extensive experience in ERP deployment, IT security audits, and technology-enabled financial systems.
• Financial Advisory & Debt Syndication - Advising on structured financing solutions, corporate debt syndication, and financial planning for growth.
• Gap Analysis & Compliance Readiness - Supporting businesses in identifying process inefficiencies, strengthening internal controls, and aligning with regulatory requirements.
• Digital Finance Transformation - Leading initiatives to integrate automation, digital tools, and data-driven reporting for enhanced decision-making. She has completed her PhD in Finance, reflecting her strong academic orientation alongside practical industry application. At the firm, she contributes actively to strategic decision-making, capacity building, and operational excellence.

CA Minesh Patel

Partner

B.Com, FCA, Cert. in Concurrent Audit (ICAI)

CA Minesh Patel leads the Nadiad branch of DKMS & Associates, managing it as an independent profit centre and overseeing a dedicated team of professionals. With extensive experience in Direct and Indirect Taxation, Accounting, and Audit, he provides end-to-end services to businesses across sectors.

• Heads the branch operations with responsibility for client service delivery, compliance, and team management.
• Specializes in Direct & Indirect Tax Advisory, Project Finance, and Compliance Services.
• Strong background in Internal Audit from his earlier association with Sharp & Tannan, enabling him to strengthen systems and processes.
• Known for his analytical approach, preparing detailed project reports and offering practical business solutions to clients.

CA Payal Tosniwal

Partner

B.Com, FCA

CA Payal Tosniwal leads the Vapi branch of DKMS & Associates, where she drives the firm's traditional chartered accountancy services and manages a full-service client portfolio. She operates the branch as a profit centre, ensuring delivery of quality professional services through her team.

• Heads the branch practice in Accounting, Audit, and Indirect Taxation.
• Extensive experience in managing compliance, reporting, and statutory requirements for clients across industries.
• Provides hands-on guidance to clients in streamlining accounting practices and ensuring robust audit readiness.
• Plays a key role in client relationship management and branch growth through effective leadership and service delivery.

CA Ankit Bundela

Partner

B.Com, ACA, FAFD (ICAI)

CA Ankit Bundela is an Associate Chartered Accountant with strong expertise in Forensic Accounting, Financial Investigations, and Assurance Services. He plays a critical role in the firm's investigative engagements, supporting the Managing Partner in executing complex assignments and ensuring high-quality delivery.

• Forensic & Investigation Practice - Actively involved in end-to-end forensic engagements, from data review to evidence gathering, coordinating with enforcement agencies, and supervising field teams.
• Engagement Execution - Responsible for day-to-day delivery of assignments, ensuring timelines, accuracy, and compliance with professional standards.
• Broader Experience - Exposure to taxation, statutory audits, corporate audits, and bank audits, including contributions to international projects.
• Operational Leadership - Acts as a bridge between senior leadership and execution teams, ensuring smooth project management and effective outcomes. With over 4.5 years of professional experience, Ankit brings a practical, hands-on approach to financial crime investigations and audit assignments, making him a key contributor to DKMS & Associates' client engagements.

Ms. Sreedevi S

B Com, CFE

Ms. Sreedevi has joined DKMS & Associates and invested her productive time in managing and planning the forensic accounting portfolio. She supports the firm's content development, training, and knowledge-building efforts.

She is a determined reader and a Certified Fraud Examiner who handles the portfolio very meticulously.

CA Mohammad Abrar

B Com, ACA

Mohammad Abrar is a Chartered Accountant (ICAI) and Associates at DKMS since March 2024. He holds a B.Com from MLSU, Udaipur, and a Certificate in Artificial Intelligence for CAs - Level 1 (ICAI).

He possesses extensive experience in Statutory and Bank Audits, Forensic Accounting, Internal Audit, Consulting, and Taxation across manufacturing, cooperative, financial, and automobile sectors. Abrar has conducted audits for major entities including a unit of GCMMF and other unlisted companies, ensuring compliance with IGAAP and cooperative norms.

He has also led forensic investigations, ERP consulting projects, and an international engagement, focusing on system efficiency and governance. Additionally, he has handled internal audits in the automobile industry

CA Nikhil Patel

BCom, ACA

Nikhil is an Associate Chartered Accountant and has been a part of Team DKMS since 2021.He began his Articleship with DKMS and continued with the firm after qualifying as a Chartered Accountant.

Nikhil possesses extensive experience in Forensic Accounting, Bank Audits, Taxation, Corporate Audits, and Management Consultancy projects. He is proficient in automation and in leveraging technology to enhance work efficiency and accuracy