Joel Fernandes
About Joel Fernandes
Joel Fernandes serves as the Vice President of Finance and Corporate Controller at RAPT Therapeutics, a position he has held since 2021. He has a diverse background in finance and accounting, with previous roles at Theravance, ALZA Corporation, KLA-Tencor, and PricewaterhouseCoopers.
Current Role at RAPT Therapeutics
Joel Fernandes serves as the Vice President of Finance and Corporate Controller at RAPT Therapeutics. He has held this position since 2021, contributing to the financial strategy and oversight of the organization. RAPT Therapeutics is located in South San Francisco, California, and focuses on developing innovative therapies for cancer and other serious diseases.
Previous Experience in Finance
Prior to his current role, Joel Fernandes worked at several notable organizations. He was the Associate Director of Finance at Theravance from 2005 to 2006. He also served as the Assistant Controller at ALZA Corporation from 1999 to 2002, and as the Senior Manager of Finance and Accounting at KLA-Tencor from 2002 to 2005. His extensive background in finance includes a six-year tenure as Manager of Auditing at PricewaterhouseCoopers from 1993 to 1999.
Educational Background
Joel Fernandes completed his Bachelor of Commerce (BCOM) at Shri Ram College of Commerce from 1988 to 1990. He furthered his education by earning a Master of Arts in Accounting from Manchester University, where he studied from 1990 to 1993. His academic foundation has supported his career in finance and corporate management.
Early Education
Joel Fernandes attended St. Columba's School, which provided him with foundational education prior to his higher studies in commerce and accounting. This early education contributed to his development in the field of finance.