Suraj Sasidharan, Fcca, Cpa, Cga
About Suraj Sasidharan, Fcca, Cpa, Cga
Suraj Sasidharan is a Senior Business Analyst at Chemtrade in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with extensive experience in financial analysis and accounting across various industries.
Current Position at Chemtrade
Suraj Sasidharan is currently a Senior Business Analyst at Chemtrade in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In his role, he focuses on providing strategic financial insights and support to enhance business decision-making processes. He has implemented a new financial reporting system, which improved reporting accuracy by 15%, and led a cross-functional team to streamline budgeting processes, resulting in a 10% reduction in budget preparation time. Additionally, he developed a comprehensive training program for junior analysts to enhance their financial analysis skills.
Previous Experience at Weir Canada Inc.
Suraj Sasidharan worked as a Financial Analyst at Weir Canada Inc. from 2018 to 2020, located in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. During his tenure, he focused on financial analysis and received the 'Employee of the Year' award in 2019 for his outstanding performance. His contributions significantly impacted the company's financial decision-making and overall efficiency.
Education and Credentials
Suraj Sasidharan holds a CPA CGA designation from the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada, achieved between 2016 and 2018. He also earned the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) qualification after studying Accounting and Finance from 2009 to 2013. Furthermore, he obtained a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and Finance from the University of Kerala, completed between 2006 and 2010. His foundational education was at New Indian Model School, Dubai, where he studied Accounting and Business/Management from 1992 to 2006.
Professional Experience in Dubai
Before his roles in Canada, Suraj Sasidharan worked in several financial positions in Dubai. He was a Senior Management Accountant at DAL Food from 2015 to 2018, where he gained extensive experience in management accounting. Prior to that, he worked as a Senior Accountant at Easa Saleh Al Gurg Group for five years, from 2010 to 2015. His career began at Al Fatein Computers, where he worked as a Bookkeeper from 2008 to 2010.
Contributions and Recognition
Suraj Sasidharan has made significant contributions to the field of accounting and finance through various initiatives and recognitions. He presented a paper on financial risk management at the 2022 Canadian Accounting Conference. He also authored an article on the impact of digital transformation on financial management, published in the Journal of Accountancy. Additionally, he volunteers as a mentor for aspiring accountants through the CPA Canada mentorship program, sharing his knowledge and experience with the next generation of financial professionals.