T.S. Ramesh
About T.S. Ramesh
T.S. Ramesh serves as the VP Global Controller and CAO at Brooks Automation, bringing extensive financial expertise from previous roles at companies like Toast, Wayfair, and Zipcar. He has played a significant role in IPO processes and has a strong background in financial operations, compliance, and risk management.
Work at Brooks Automation
T.S. Ramesh currently serves as the Vice President Global Controller & Chief Accounting Officer (CAO) at Brooks Automation. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the company's financial operations in a hybrid role based in the Greater Boston area. His responsibilities include overseeing financial reporting, compliance, and strategic financial planning.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to his role at Brooks Automation, T.S. Ramesh held several significant positions in finance. He worked at Toast, Inc. as Vice President of Finance from 2019 to 2021. Before that, he served as Global Controller at Wayfair from 2013 to 2019 and as Vice President & Controller at Zipcar Inc. from 2009 to 2013. His career began at Wang Global as a Finance Manager in 1999 and included a managerial role at PricewaterhouseCoopers from 1992 to 1999.
Education and Expertise
T.S. Ramesh holds a Bachelor's degree in Commerce from Loyola College and a Master's degree in Accounting from the University of Rhode Island - College of Business. His academic background supports his extensive expertise in financial operations, including technical accounting, treasury management, and compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) regulations.
Achievements in IPO Processes
T.S. Ramesh played a key role in the initial public offering (IPO) processes for three major companies: Toast Inc., Wayfair, and Zipcar Inc. His involvement in these IPOs highlights his expertise in financial reporting and compliance, as well as his ability to navigate complex financial environments.
Skills in Financial Management
T.S. Ramesh possesses a wide range of skills in financial management. He is experienced in systems implementation and automation to enhance financial operations. His expertise includes conducting business valuations, managing debt compliance, and leading tax initiatives to generate cash savings. He is also skilled in financial planning and analysis, focusing on budgets, forecasts, and cost management.