Led by Partners.Driven by Expertise.
Four partners with complementary expertise, each bringing decades of specialised practice.


CA. Akhil Poddar
B.Com (Hons) (St. Xavier's College) | FCA | CS | DISA (ICAI) | IFRS Certified
CA. Akhil Poddar is the Partner of the firm and has been in practice as a Chartered Accountant since 2002. He holds a B.Com (Hons) degree from St. Xavier's College and also cleared the Company Secretary examinations in 2002.
He has qualified DISA from ICAI and completed certificate courses in Concurrent Audit and IFRS, bringing a multi-disciplinary perspective to every engagement.
His two decades of experience span statutory audits, internal audits, audits of banks and government institutions, cost audit, direct taxation, due diligence, and corporate law matters. He is particularly sought after for his expertise in loan syndication and investment consultancy.

CA. Uttam Jain
B.Com (Hons) | FCA (AIR 30) | CS | DISA (ICAI) | IFRS Certified
CA. Uttam Jain is a Partner and has been in practice since 2002. He was placed in the merit list of ICAI in CA Final (All India Rank 30), Intermediate (All India Rank 36), and Foundation (All India Rank 19) — a testament to his academic rigour.
He qualified DISA from ICAI, cleared Company Secretary examinations, and completed certificate courses in Concurrent Audit and IFRS.
His core competency lies in bank financing activities, direct taxation, and company law. He leads the firm's project consultancy practice, advising clients on financial feasibility, project structuring, and regulatory compliance.

CA. Rahul Saraf
B.Com (Hons) (University of Calcutta) | FCA | DISA (ICAI)
CA. Rahul Saraf joined the firm in 2007 immediately upon qualifying as a Chartered Accountant. A commerce graduate from the University of Calcutta, he holds DISA from ICAI and a certification in Concurrent Audit from ICAI, bringing nearly two decades of dedication and continuity to the firm's leadership team.
While his core focus lies in Direct Tax Advisory and Litigation, he is recognised for his multidisciplinary approach. He provides high-level oversight in Statutory Audits, while guiding clients through complex milestones such as Mergers & Acquisitions, Greenfield projects, Project Finance, and capital fundraising.
Known for his analytical rigour, he helps organisations move beyond compliance to identify operational vulnerabilities and establish resilient financial foundations.

CA. Anish Agarwal
FCA
CA. Anish Agarwal is a Fellow Chartered Accountant and Partner at Jain Poddar & Co., bringing extensive experience in taxation, audit, and financial advisory services.
With a strong commitment to professional excellence and client-centric solutions, he has been instrumental in guiding individuals, businesses, and corporate clients through complex financial and regulatory landscapes.
His practice encompasses income tax planning and return filing, tax audits under Section 44AB, statutory and internal company audits, GST consultancy, and litigation representation before Income Tax, GST(A), and GSTAT authorities.

Santosh Kumar Jha
B.Com (Hons) · LLB · CA (Final)
Santosh Kumar Jha is a dynamic professional with a strong academic foundation and practical expertise in finance and law. Santosh leads the Internal Audit division, where he brings a meticulous approach to risk management, compliance, and process improvement.
His dual background in commerce and law equips him with a unique perspective, enabling him to deliver comprehensive audit solutions that align with both financial accuracy and regulatory requirements. With a commitment to excellence and a keen eye for detail, Santosh plays a pivotal role in strengthening organisational governance and ensuring operational efficiency.

Amarjeet Rai
B.Com (Hons) · LLB · CA (Inter)
Amarjeet Rai is a dedicated professional with a strong academic background in commerce and law. At Jain Poddar & Co., Amarjeet heads the Direct Tax division, where he specialises in tax planning, compliance, and advisory services.
His expertise lies in interpreting complex tax laws and providing practical solutions that help clients optimise their tax positions while ensuring full regulatory compliance. With his blend of legal and financial knowledge, Amarjeet brings clarity and precision to direct tax matters.
The best compliance work is invisible — clients never hear from the department because we resolved it before it became a conversation.
