Sayee Ramaswami MBA - Finance And Systems
Chennai
Summary
Results-driven Finance Operations Leader with a proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and significantly improving profit margins at PURPOSE LEGAL PRIVATE LIMITED. Expertise in developing Strategic Financial Dashboards and talent development, combined with exceptional stakeholder engagement skills, has consistently driven financial excellence and team growth.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior General Manager - Global Finance
PURPOSE LEGAL PRIVATE LIMITED(Formerly Cobra Legal Solutions)
Chennai
01.2021 - Current
- Comprehensive Accounting Operations: Managed complete accounting operations, including India payroll, AP, and US/IN tech.
- Financial Planning and Analysis: Overseen weekly revenue forecasting, monthly invoice rejections, and margin analysis for clients, service lines, and locations.
- Process Improvement and Automation: Automated billing and revenue reporting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Financial Performance Management: Identified and prepared key financial KPIs for leadership, including EBITDA dashboard.
- Team Leadership and Development: Led and mentored a global team, managing finance, taxation, and, corporate matters.
- Strategic Leadership and Change Management: Led cross-functional teams, implemented risk management protocols, and spearheaded organizational change.
- Operational Excellence: Enhanced team productivity, fostered a collaborative work environment, and ensured regulatory compliance.
General Manager - Global Accounting Operations
COBRA LEGAL SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED
Chennai
04.2020 - 12.2020
- Comprehensive Accounting Operations: Managed complete accounting operations, including India payroll, Accounts Payable, and Audit.
- Financial Planning and Analysis: Overseen weekly revenue forecasting, monthly invoice rejections, and margin analysis for clients, service lines, and locations.
- Process Improvement and Automation: Automated billing and revenue reporting processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Financial Performance Management: Identified and prepared key financial KPIs for leadership, including EBITDA dashboard.
- Team Leadership and Development: Led and mentored a global team, managing finance and information technology functions.
General Manager - Accounts & MIS
COBRA LEGAL SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED
Chennai
01.2012 - 03.2020
- Financial Accounting and Reporting: Ensured timely and accurate processing of salaries, reviewed journal entries, reconciled accounts, and prepared financial reports.
- Policy and Procedure Development: Defined and implemented accounting policies and procedures to streamline operations and ensure compliance.
- Audit and Compliance: Participated in internal and external audits, implementing recommendations to improve processes and controls.
- Financial Analysis and Reporting: Assisted in the production of annual reports and internal financial reports, collaborating with budget owners and stakeholders.
- Risk Management and Control: Implemented fraud detection and prevention techniques, while collaborating with other departments to maintain financial integrity.
Manager - Accounts & MIS
COBRA LEGAL SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED
Chennai
10.2009 - 12.2011
- Financial Management: Oversaw financial planning, budgeting, cost control, reporting, compliance, and business case analysis for the India division.
- Operational Excellence: Led and executed special projects, MIS and reporting, treasury, legal, taxation, and commercial matters.
- Internal Controls and IT: Monitored internal controls, audits, and information technology, including ERP implementation.
- HR and Admin Support: Provided support for HR activities, including recruitment, performance management, training, and payroll.
- Stakeholder Management: Managed relationships with government agencies and other partners.
Manager - Human Resources
Cobra Legal Solutions Private Limited
Chennai
01.2009 - 09.2009
- Enhanced HR Efficiency: Optimized HR processes, implemented new technologies, and streamlined recruitment to boost efficiency and accuracy.
- Improved Performance Management: Implemented effective performance management systems to drive productivity and results.
- Ensured Legal and Regulatory Compliance: Monitored labor regulations and maintained compliance with local, state, and federal laws to mitigate risks.
- Strengthened Corporate Social Responsibility: Championed CSR initiatives to enhance the company's community reputation.
- Optimized Compensation and Benefits: Structured compensation and benefits packages to attract and retain top talent, while adhering to budget constraints.
Deputy Manager (Branch Operations Manager)
HDFC Bank Ltd
Chennai
04.2007 - 01.2009
Assistant Manager – Operations
Kabul Bank AF
Afghanistan
02.2006 - 03.2007
Assistant Manager - Operation
ICICI Bank Ltd
Madurai, Tamilnadu
07.2003 - 01.2006
HR Executive / Sales Coordinator
Krish Financial Services
Chennai
12.2000 - 06.2003
Executive Assistant to MD / Systems Manager
Enterprising Enterprises
Chennai
01.2000 - 11.2000
Software Support Executive
Mani & Sridharan(Deputed at Citibank NA)
Chennai
08.1995 - 08.1997
Education
MBA - Finance And Systems
Sri Chandrasekharendra Viswa Mahavidyalaya
Kancheepuram, India04.1999
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Madras
Tamilnadu, India03.1995
Skills
- Strategic Financial Dashboard
- Profit Margin Enhancement
- Stakeholder Engagement Expertise
- Payroll Administration
- Internal Financial Controls
- Operational efficiency and business process improvement
- Revenue forecasting and recognition
- Risk mitigation with regulatory and legal compliance
- Financial budgeting and forecasting
- Transfer Pricing - Cross-border Accounting Administration
- Talent Development
- QuickBooks, Tally ERP 9
Affiliations
- Member of Profitability Analytics Centre of Excellence
- Member of Institute of Management Accountants
Accomplishments
- Digital Transformation: Spearheaded the implementation of an HRMS system, significantly improving HR processes and reducing payroll processing time.
- Strategic Financial Planning: Implemented a new revenue forecasting process, empowering leadership to make data-driven decisions.
- Operational Excellence: Led process improvements resulting in a 20% reduction in operational costs. Increased EBITDA margins by 10% through cost-saving initiatives.
- Risk Management and Compliance: Safeguarded the company from financial penalties by proactively identifying and mitigating compliance risks.
- Talent Development: Oversaw the training and development of accounting staff globally to enhance skills and capabilities.
Certification
INSEAD Certificate Program in Strategy Management , Business Management, INSEAD (powered By Hero Vired) -
Remote/Online
Certification in Financial Modelling & Valuation, Accounting And Finance(Currently Pursuing), Grant Thorton (powered By GTAcademy) -Remote/online
Timeline
Senior General Manager - Global Finance
PURPOSE LEGAL PRIVATE LIMITED(Formerly Cobra Legal Solutions)
01.2021 - Current
General Manager - Global Accounting Operations
COBRA LEGAL SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED
04.2020 - 12.2020
General Manager - Accounts & MIS
COBRA LEGAL SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED
01.2012 - 03.2020
Manager - Accounts & MIS
COBRA LEGAL SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED
10.2009 - 12.2011
Manager - Human Resources
Cobra Legal Solutions Private Limited
01.2009 - 09.2009
Deputy Manager (Branch Operations Manager)
HDFC Bank Ltd
04.2007 - 01.2009
Assistant Manager – Operations
Kabul Bank AF
02.2006 - 03.2007
Assistant Manager - Operation
ICICI Bank Ltd
07.2003 - 01.2006
HR Executive / Sales Coordinator
Krish Financial Services
12.2000 - 06.2003
Executive Assistant to MD / Systems Manager
Enterprising Enterprises
01.2000 - 11.2000
Software Support Executive
Mani & Sridharan(Deputed at Citibank NA)
08.1995 - 08.1997
INSEAD Certificate Program in Strategy Management , Business Management, INSEAD (powered By Hero Vired) -
Remote/Online
Certification in Financial Modelling & Valuation, Accounting And Finance(Currently Pursuing), Grant Thorton (powered By GTAcademy) -Remote/online
MBA - Finance And Systems
Sri Chandrasekharendra Viswa Mahavidyalaya
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
University of Madras
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