Ashutosh Gokhale
CFO & Senior Vice President of Business Management, HII Mission Technologies
Ashutosh Gokhale works alongside the CEO to drive financial growth and is heavily involved in the strategy that led the transformation of HII Mission Technologies — and of HII. The division grew from 10% of HII’s revenues to nearly 25% in 2023.
Strategically focused on multiple initiatives, Gokhale and his team led efforts to upgrade many of the financial systems used, working closely with operations to upgrade the level of financial analyses performed and incorporating enhancements to infrastructure and systems. These all are important pieces to ensure efficient operations, maximum efficiency and stronger cash position.
Under his leadership, Mission Technologies implemented financial strategies and processes that made the organization more efficient and growth focused.
“Ashutosh has played a pivotal role not only in integrating the largest acquisition in HII’s history, but also in realizing the acquisition synergies,” said Andy Green, executive vice president of HII and president of Mission Technologies. “He has been instrumental in the financial stewardship of the division as we continue to be the growth engine for HII.”
Why Watch
Gokhale has a dedicated focus on achieving growth, improving financial performance and modernizing financial systems for operational excellence, efficiency and effectiveness. His team improves working capital by collaborating with operations to elevate financial analyses across contracts.
Gokhale is committed to maintaining high standards of accountability and integrity in financial reporting. He empowers his team to work closely across all functional departments and business groups to ensure budgets, forecasting and cost efficiencies continue to drive value and growth that exceed expectations.
The enhancements led by Gokhale’s team have been key to achieving efficiency and long-term success for HII Mission Technologies.
Earlier this year, Gokhale received the WashingtonExec Chief Officer Award in the Public CFO category.