Varuna Chandra
About Varuna Chandra
Varuna Chandra is a Treasury Operations Manager at Afterpay, with a background in accounting and finance. He has extensive international experience in treasury management across various industries, having worked in Australia, the UK, and Canada.
Work at Afterpay
Varuna Chandra serves as the Treasury Operations Manager at Afterpay, a role he has held since 2020. In this position, he is responsible for overseeing treasury operations, ensuring effective cash management, and implementing financial strategies. His expertise in treasury management systems contributes to the optimization of Afterpay's financial processes. Varuna's role involves collaboration with various teams to enhance financial performance and manage risks effectively.
Education and Expertise
Varuna Chandra completed his Bachelor of Business with a focus on Accounting and Finance at Queensland University of Technology from 2007 to 2010. He furthered his education by obtaining a Graduate Diploma of Chartered Accounting from Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand between 2013 and 2015. His expertise includes implementing treasury management systems such as Kyriba and IT2, as well as experience with financial consolidation using Oracle HFM.
Background
Varuna Chandra has a diverse professional background with international experience in Australia, the UK, and Canada. He has worked across various industries, including financial services, FMCG, engineering, and manufacturing. His career includes positions such as Senior Analyst - Treasury and Finance at Beach & Associates Ltd. in Canada, and Treasury Accountant at SABMiller in the UK. He has also held roles at Cardno and Holcim Australia & New Zealand, contributing to his comprehensive understanding of treasury operations.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Varuna Chandra has demonstrated proficiency in utilizing advanced financial tools and systems. He has experience with ERP systems like SAP and Dynamics, and has utilized Moody's Ki for warehouse securitization. His roles have involved significant contributions to financial management and treasury operations, showcasing his ability to adapt and implement effective financial strategies in various business environments.