Suresh Seshadri, Chief Financial Officer
Professional Overview
Suresh Seshadri is an accomplished financial executive with over a decade of experience in driving strategic financial decisions and operational excellence. As the Chief Financial Officer at Fivetran, he leverages his deep expertise in financial planning, analysis, and treasury management to support the company's rapid growth and expansion.
Experience Summary
Current Role
Suresh currently serves as the Chief Financial Officer at Fivetran, a leading data integration platform. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the company's financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. He also plays a pivotal role in strategic decision-making, helping to identify and capitalize on new market opportunities.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Fivetran, Suresh held the position of Chief Financial Officer at OpenGov Inc., where he was instrumental in streamlining financial processes and implementing robust controls to support the company's growth. He has also served as the Chief Financial Officer at Freshworks, where he played a key role in driving the company's international expansion, and the Vice President of Finance & Treasury at AppDynamics, where he successfully managed the company's financial operations during a period of rapid growth.
Before his senior leadership roles, Suresh held finance positions at VMware, including Sr. Director of Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis and Director of Finance for the Global Business Unit. In these roles, he demonstrated his ability to analyze complex financial data, develop strategic financial plans, and collaborate cross-functionally to achieve organizational goals.
Academic Background
Suresh holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business, and a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree from the University of Madras.
Areas of Expertise
- Financial planning and analysis
- Treasury management
- Budgeting and forecasting
- M&A integration and due diligence
- Operational efficiency and cost optimization
- Strategic decision-making
- Cross-functional collaboration
Professional Impact
During his tenure at OpenGov Inc., Suresh played a crucial role in streamlining the company's financial processes, leading to improved operational efficiency and increased profitability. At Freshworks, he successfully guided the company's international expansion, contributing to its rapid growth and increased market share.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience in financial leadership, strategic planning, and operational excellence, Suresh Seshadri is well-positioned to continue driving Fivetran's success as its Chief Financial Officer. His proven track record of driving positive financial outcomes and supporting business growth makes him a valuable asset to the organization.
