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Sundarraman Ramamritham

Mumbai

Summary

I am Sundarraman, a seasoned finance professional with over 25 years of experience in Corporate Finance, Accounting, and Financial Advisory. Throughout my extensive career, I have developed a deep understanding of the banking and finance industry, enabling me to navigate diverse financial landscapes effectively. My expertise spans across areas such as Accounting, MIS Reporting, Costing and Budgeting, Equity Raising, Change Management, Investor Relations, Internal Audit, and Management.

As a finance leader, I pride myself on delivering strategic insights, leading and inspiring diverse teams, and identifying areas for process improvements and cost savings.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Independent Consultant

Self-employed
Mumbai
03.2023 - Current
  • Ability to deliver strategic insights, lead and inspire diverse teams, and identify areas for process improvements and cost savings.

Advisor

Utkarsh Small Finance Bank
Mumbai Metropolitan Region
09.2021 - 03.2023
  • Provided strategic financial advisory services
  • Supported the bank in implementing effective financial controls and processes.

Financial Advisor

Infina Finance Private Limited
Mumbai
11.2014 - 08.2021
  • Managed a family office corpus of ₹2500 crores
  • Provided financial advisory services focusing on investment strategies and portfolio management.

Director

Business Standard
01.2020 - 12.2020
  • Led strategic initiatives to enhance the company's financial performance

Executive Vice President- Investor Relations

Kotak Mahindra Bank
Mumbai
01.1996 - 01.2014
  • Headed investor relations, leading discussions with FIIs, analysts, and fund managers
  • Represented the bank in international conferences and non-deal roadshows
  • Planned and executed Oracle Financials platform implementation.

Senior Manager

Tata Motor Finance
Mumbai
04.1995 - 05.1996
  • Instrumental in spearheading establishment of a decentralized internal audit team which led to improved operational efficiency
  • Strategically set up internal audit teams in 2 key regions
  • Pivotal in appraising branch operations/ Auto Finance Division to recognize loopholes.

Manager

Colgate-Palmolive
Mumbai
08.1993 - 03.1995
  • Spearheaded accounts finalization as per US and Indian Accounting Standards
  • Managed taxation accounting as per Indian and US tax enactments
  • Stellar role in integration of CIBA (acquired from Hindustan Ciba Geigy Ltd.) and company accounts.

Senior Executive

Asian Paints
08.1987 - 08.1993
  • Implemented a unique cash management system at the plant
  • Initiated system based/ backed internal audit processes
  • Effective inter personal skills ensured stellar team performance at the plant
  • Conducted audits of 5 plants and 45 branches.

Education

AICWA - COST ACCOUNTING AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

Institute of Cost Accountants of India
01.1986

BCOM - ACCOUNTING

University of Mumbai
01.1979

Skills

  • Financial Advisory
  • Process Innovation and Efficient Project Execution
  • Comprehensive Audit Planning and US GAAP Migration
  • Effective Team Management and Strong Interpersonal Skills
  • Accounts Finalization, Cost Control, and Prudent Budgeting
  • Successful Implementation of Oracle Financials & MIS Reporting

Timeline

Independent Consultant

Self-employed
03.2023 - Current

Advisor

Utkarsh Small Finance Bank
09.2021 - 03.2023

Director

Business Standard
01.2020 - 12.2020

Financial Advisor

Infina Finance Private Limited
11.2014 - 08.2021

Executive Vice President- Investor Relations

Kotak Mahindra Bank
01.1996 - 01.2014

Senior Manager

Tata Motor Finance
04.1995 - 05.1996

Manager

Colgate-Palmolive
08.1993 - 03.1995

Senior Executive

Asian Paints
08.1987 - 08.1993

AICWA - COST ACCOUNTING AND MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

Institute of Cost Accountants of India

BCOM - ACCOUNTING

University of Mumbai
Sundarraman Ramamritham