Guru Guruprasad
About Guru Guruprasad
Guru Guruprasad serves as the General Manager of Ford Finance System Process, leveraging extensive experience in finance and operations within Ford Motor Company. He has a strong academic background in mathematics and accounting, and has contributed significantly to various strategic initiatives throughout his career.
Work at Ford Motor Company
Guru Guruprasad has held multiple positions at Ford Motor Company, demonstrating a progressive career within the organization. He began as a Finance Analyst focusing on Inbound Freight Analysis from 1999 to 2005. He then advanced to Manager of Global Intercompany Operations from 2003 to 2008. Following this, he served as General Manager for Global Financial Analysis from 2011 to 2012. His roles continued to expand as he became General Manager for GBS Finance and Strategy from 2012 to 2014, and later General Manager for Global Treasury Operations and Corporate Finance from 2014 to 2018. Currently, he serves as General Manager for Ford Finance System Process since 2018.
Education and Expertise
Guru Guruprasad earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Madras, studying Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry from 1989 to 1992. He furthered his education by obtaining a PG Diploma in Operational Research from the Operational Research Society of India between 1992 and 1994. Additionally, he completed the ICWAI program at the Institute of Cost Accountants of India, focusing on Financial, Cost, Management, and Tax Accounting from 1994 to 1996. His educational background supports his expertise in finance and operational research.
Background in Finance and Management
Prior to his extensive career at Ford Motor Company, Guru Guruprasad worked at Hindustan Unilever Ltd as a Management Trainee from 1997 to 1999. His experience in various finance and management roles has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of financial operations and strategic planning. His work at Ford has included significant contributions to transforming financial processes and establishing Centers of Excellence in various finance-related areas.
Key Contributions and Initiatives
Guru Guruprasad played a significant role in transforming Ford Motor Company's Global Business Services (GBS) from a transactional model to a knowledge-based hub. He collaborated with the CFO and Managing Director of the Global In-house Center, contributing to the growth of over 2,500 full-time equivalents across various functions. He also established multiple Centers of Excellence in areas such as Accounting, Financial Planning & Analysis, Global Treasury Operations, and Global Finance System Transformation, enhancing operational efficiency and strategic capabilities.
Involvement in Global Studies
Guru Guruprasad was instrumental in Ford Motor Company's 'Global Location Study', focusing on Concentration Risk Assessment. He conducted regional studies, including the European Satellite Center Study and the GBS China Study, which addressed critical operational challenges and informed strategic decisions within the company.