Sridhar R.
About Sridhar R.
Sridhar R. serves as the Head of Accounting at HSBC in Birmingham, England, with a robust background in financial management and reporting. His career includes significant roles at HSBC and KPMG, alongside academic qualifications in Accounting and Risk Management.
Current Role at HSBC
Sridhar R. serves as the Head of Accounting at HSBC, a position he has held since 2020. He is based in Birmingham, England, United Kingdom. In this role, he manages the Bank of England Reporting, ensuring that all financial reports are accurate and comply with regulatory requirements. He also oversees the implementation of the Resolvability Assessment Framework (RAF) at HSBC UK Bank Plc. His responsibilities include maintaining SOX controls and ensuring the integrity of financial processes within the organization.
Previous Experience at HSBC
Sridhar R. has held multiple senior positions at HSBC over the years. He worked as the Chief Financial Officer from 2006 to 2011 in Bahrain. He then served as Head of Business Finance (RBWM) for the UAE and International markets from 2011 to 2013. Following that, he was the Head of Regional MI Reporting for the Middle East & North Africa Region from 2014 to 2016. Most recently, he was the Senior Vice President and Head of Financial Planning & Analysis from 2017 to 2020 in Chennai, India.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Sridhar R. holds a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree in Accounting from the University of Madras, which he completed from 1997 to 2000. He also achieved the Chartered Accountant designation from The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India between 1998 and 2002. Additionally, he studied Risk Management at the Global Association of Risk Professionals (GARP) and earned the Financial Risk Manager (FRM®) certification from 2013 to 2016.
Early Career and Experience at KPMG
Before joining HSBC, Sridhar R. gained valuable experience at KPMG, where he worked as an Audit Supervisor from 2004 to 2006 in Bahrain. His early career also includes a role as an Industrial Trainee at Indian Oil Corporation Limited from 2000 to 2002 in India. These positions provided him with a solid foundation in financial management and accounting practices.
Expertise in Financial Reporting and Compliance
Sridhar R. has extensive experience in managing IFRS accounting matters and financial reporting for major banking institutions. His expertise includes leading projects related to the IBOR transition, ensuring compliance for HSBC UK Bank Plc. He plays a critical role in maintaining financial integrity and compliance with regulatory frameworks, which is essential for the bank's operations.