Vinay Narayanan, Cpa, Fca
About Vinay Narayanan, Cpa, Fca
Vinay Narayanan is a Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) at Meriplex, with over 17 years of experience in various sectors including energy and consulting. He holds multiple professional qualifications including Chartered Accountant and Company Secretary, and has a strong focus on delivering financial insights to support business decision-making.
Work at Meriplex
Vinay Narayanan currently holds the position of Vice President - FP&A at Meriplex, having joined the company in 2024. He operates on-site in Houston, Texas, United States. In this role, he focuses on supporting business decision-making by delivering tangible business value through detailed financial analysis.
Education and Expertise
Vinay Narayanan has a robust educational background in finance and law. He studied at The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, achieving Chartered Accountancy from 2006 to 2009. He also studied at The Institute of Company Secretaries of India, earning Company Secretaryship from 2006 to 2010. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Madras and an MBA from Bharathiar University. His expertise includes FP&A, operational project finance, budgeting, cost control, forecasting, management reporting, IFRS, US GAAP, and public accounting.
Professional Background
Vinay Narayanan has over 17 years of experience across various sectors, including energy, oil & gas, hospitality, and big four consulting. Prior to his current role at Meriplex, he worked at Shawcor as Group FP&A Controller from 2020 to 2024 and at McDermott International Inc. in various FP&A roles from 2013 to 2020. He also served as Finance Manager - Projects at ITC Limited and as Associate Financial Controller - FP&A at TAQA Group.
Achievements in Financial Analysis
Throughout his career, Vinay Narayanan has demonstrated a commitment to upskilling business partners by providing actionable insights and analysis that consider risks and opportunities. He thrives in fast-paced environments and aims for mutual growth for both his team and personal development. His focus on delivering detailed financial analysis has supported effective business decision-making.
Certifications and Ongoing Education
Vinay Narayanan is currently pursuing certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) through the Guam Board of Accountancy, having started this process in 2019. His continuous commitment to education reflects his dedication to maintaining industry standards and enhancing his professional qualifications.