Mrunalini Desai
About Mrunalini Desai
Mrunalini Desai serves as the Controller at Nylas and has extensive experience in accounting and finance, including previous roles at BirdEye and Soraa. She has also held the position of Treasurer at the Foundation for Bright Future since 2019.
Current Role at Nylas
Mrunalini Desai serves as the Controller at Nylas, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the company, ensuring compliance with accounting standards, and managing financial reporting. Her expertise contributes to the strategic financial planning and operational efficiency of Nylas, which is located in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Previous Experience at BirdEye
Mrunalini Desai worked at BirdEye in various capacities. She served as the Accounting Manager/Controller from 2018 to 2020 and later as the Director of Accounting/Controller from 2020 to 2021. During her tenure, she managed financial reporting, accounting processes, and compliance, contributing to the company's financial health and operational success in Palo Alto.
Professional Background in Accounting
Mrunalini Desai has extensive experience in accounting. She worked at Soraa as an Accounting Manager from 2013 to 2018 and previously held the position of Sr. Payroll Accountant for 11 months in 2012. Her career began at BHATIA & CO, INC (CPAs) as a Sr. Accountant from 2003 to 2008. This diverse background has equipped her with a solid foundation in financial management and accounting practices.
Education and Credentials
Mrunalini Desai studied at The Institute of Company Secretaries of India and holds a CPA designation from the California Board of Accountancy, where she focused on Accounting and Finance from 1999 to 2000. Her educational background supports her professional roles in accounting and finance, enhancing her expertise in the field.
Treasurer Role at Foundation for Bright Future
Since 2019, Mrunalini Desai has served as the Treasurer for the Foundation for Bright Future in Fremont, California. In this role, she manages the organization's financial resources, oversees budgeting processes, and ensures fiscal responsibility, contributing to the foundation's mission and operational effectiveness.