Mamta Lal Patel
About Mamta Lal Patel
Mamta Lal Patel serves as the VP Finance for Enterprise FP&A at Thomson Reuters and has extensive experience in financial operations and analysis. She has held various senior roles at Thomson Reuters and other organizations, specializing in cost optimization and financial transformation.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Mamta Lal Patel serves as the VP Finance, Enterprise FP&A at Thomson Reuters since 2019. In this role, she focuses on financial planning and analysis for enterprise operations, contributing to the strategic financial direction of the organization. Her expertise in cost optimization and portfolio planning is integral to her responsibilities, ensuring efficient financial operations within the company.
Previous Experience at Thomson Reuters
Prior to her current position, Mamta held several roles at Thomson Reuters, including Senior Director FP&A - Enterprise Technology and Operations from 2016 to 2019, and Head of FP&A and Decision Support - Operations & Enablement from 2019 to 2020. She also worked as FP&A Manager - Content Operations IP&S from 2010 to 2012, and as Director FP&A - Global Operations from 2012 to 2014. Her tenure at Thomson Reuters spans over a decade, showcasing her extensive experience in financial analysis and planning.
Education and Professional Development
Mamta studied at the University of Derby, earning a BA (Hons) in Management; European Business & Finance from 1994 to 1997. She also completed A Levels at Mid Kent College of Higher & Further Education, focusing on Accountancy, Economics, and Media Studies from 1988 to 1992. Additionally, she has been studying Accountancy at BPP since 1999, working towards her ACMA qualification.
Career Background in Finance
Mamta has a diverse background in finance, having worked in various roles across multiple organizations. She began her career as a Trust Fund Accounts Assistant at UCLH NHS Foundation Trust from 1992 to 1994 and later held positions such as Senior Statutory Accountant at CIGNA Group Insurance and Management Accountant at Dialog. Her experience includes roles in controllership and financial operations, particularly in shared services finance.
Specialization in Financial Operations
Mamta specializes in financial transformation and process improvement initiatives. Her focus on automation and strategic decision support enhances the efficiency of financial operations. She has a strong background in controllership, particularly related to technology, content/editorial capital, and headquarters costs, which informs her approach to financial management.