Merline Fernandes
About Merline Fernandes
Merline Fernandes is a Senior Director of Finance and Accounts Operations at VISTRA, with extensive experience in managing operations and business transformations in the financial services sector. She holds a Graduate degree in Commerce from the University of Bombay and is a Chartered Accountant, with over 15 years of experience in finance and shared services.
Work at Vistra
Merline Fernandes serves as the Senior Director of Finance and Accounts Operations at Vistra, a position she has held since 2019. Based in the Mumbai area, she oversees various financial operations and accounts management functions. Her role involves implementing strategies to enhance operational efficiency within the organization, particularly in shared services. With a focus on business transformation, she contributes to the overall financial health and operational effectiveness of Vistra.
Education and Expertise
Merline Fernandes has a solid educational background in commerce and finance. She graduated from the University of Bombay and later became a Chartered Accountant after completing her studies at the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India from 1996 to 1999. Additionally, she earned a diploma in Computer Programming and Applications from Tata Infotech Ltd during the same period. Her expertise lies in managing operations and business transformations within the financial services sector, particularly in shared services centers.
Background
Merline Fernandes has accumulated 15 years of experience in the financial services sector. Before joining Vistra, she held various positions that contributed to her extensive knowledge in finance and operations. She worked at Kotak Life Insurance as a Manager in Operations for 10 months and then served as a Senior Manager at ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited for six years. Following that, she was the Head of Finance and Shared Services at Radius | Global Growth Experts for three years.
Achievements
Throughout her career, Merline Fernandes has demonstrated significant expertise in managing finance and accounts operations, particularly in shared services. Her roles in various financial institutions have equipped her with the skills to lead business transformations and improve operational efficiencies. Her contributions have been instrumental in shaping the financial operations of the organizations she has worked with, particularly in the context of shared services.