Murali Pitchai
About Murali Pitchai
Murali Pitchai is the Chief Financial Officer at HTC Global Services with over 25 years of experience in finance, accounting, legal, and administration across various industries.
Chief Financial Officer at HTC Global Services
Murali Pitchai has been serving as the Chief Financial Officer at HTC Global Services in the Chennai Area, India, since 2017. In this role, he oversees all financial aspects of the company, including budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning. He is responsible for streamlining finance operations to drive growth and efficiency. His tenure at HTC Global Services has been marked by his expertise in handling complex financial tasks and his leadership in managing the company's financial health.
Previous Roles and Experience
Murali Pitchai's extensive career in finance includes roles such as Senior Vice President Finance at SQS India BFSI Limited (2006-2017), Manager - Finance and Admin at Telesis Global Solutions (2001-2006), and Manager Finance at Sundaram Industries Ltd, TVS Group (1999-2001). He also worked as Manager-Corporate Finance at W S Industries Ltd (1997-1999), Accounts Manager at Kilburn Office Automation Ltd. (1991-1997), and Deputy Manager - Accounts at Sterling Holiday Resorts India Ltd. (1988-1990). His vast experience spans over 25 years in various leadership capacities across multiple industries including IT, automotive, and manufacturing.
Educational Background
Murali Pitchai holds a Finance and FCA degree from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, which he completed between 1981 and 1987. He also earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics from THE AMERICAN COLLEGE, where he studied from 1977 to 1981. His academic background has provided him with a strong foundation in accounting and economics, which he has effectively leveraged throughout his career.
Expertise in Finance Operations
Murali Pitchai specializes in streamlining finance operations to drive growth, increase efficiency, and improve margins. He has a proven track record of leading business-critical special projects while managing regular finance operations. His expertise includes formulating strategic business plans, designing budget control systems, and implementing Management Information Systems (MIS) to enhance performance visibility for stakeholders.
Skills in Leadership and Team Building
Murali Pitchai is highly skilled in team building and leadership. His competencies include budgeting and forecasting, profitability and cost analysis, auditing, board reviews, contracts vetting, IPO, and legal and statutory compliance. His ability to lead and develop high-performing teams has been a significant factor in his success in various senior management roles.