Ayo Senaratne
About Ayo Senaratne
Ayo Senaratne is a Senior Commercial Analyst with over 15 years of experience in finance and marketing across various industries, including Health and FMCG. He has held multiple roles at L'Oréal and currently works at Chobani in Melbourne, Australia.
Current Role at Chobani
Ayo Senaratne has been working as a Senior Commercial Analyst at Chobani since 2021. In this role, he applies his extensive experience in commercial finance to support the company's strategic initiatives. His responsibilities include analyzing financial data, developing budgets, and forecasting to drive business performance. Based in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, he contributes to Chobani's mission of providing high-quality food products.
Previous Experience at L'Oréal
Ayo Senaratne held multiple roles at L'Oréal over a span of ten years. He served as a Commercial Finance Business Partner from 2017 to 2019 and as a Finance Business Partner for the Active Cosmetics Division from 2020 to 2021. His tenure included positions as a Brand Controller for Redken Pureology and Financial Controller for Logistics. Throughout these roles, he focused on financial management and strategic planning within the cosmetics sector.
Career Background
Ayo Senaratne began his career as an Audit Trainee at Ernst & Young from 2003 to 2004. He then transitioned to Unilever, where he worked for three years as a Finance Trainee, eventually becoming a Finance Business Partner responsible for marketing investments across 21 brands. His diverse background includes experience in health, FMCG, and financial services, providing a solid foundation for his current analytical role.
Education and Expertise
Ayo Senaratne possesses strong management accounting skills, particularly in budgeting, forecasting, and process improvements. His educational background supports his expertise in finance and commercial analysis. With over 15 years of experience in various industries, he has developed a comprehensive understanding of financial operations and strategic decision-making.
Professional Development at Unilever
During his time at Unilever, Ayo Senaratne progressed through various roles, starting as an Advertising & Promotion Accountant and advancing to a Finance Business Partner. His responsibilities included overseeing marketing investments and financial strategies for multiple brands. This experience contributed to his skill set in managing complex financial operations and enhancing business performance.