Lahiru Gunasekera

About Lahiru Gunasekera

I\'m a Finance Professional with over 12 years of experience across ASEAN & South Asia working with the world\'s largest Industrial Gases manufacturer. In my current role I\'m leading the FP & A function for ASEAN & South Asia (9 countries), which encompasses Performance Management, Budgeting, Forecasting & Marketing, etc. to provide actionable insights to Senior Leadership. Previously, I led FP & A teams in Malaysia, India & Sri Lanka building robust financial frameworks and delivering impactful business support. I thrive at the intersection of Finance & Business Strategy, acting as a trusted Finance Playmaker partnering with the business to unlock Profitable Growth and Long-Term Value for the organization.I have also contributed to M&A projects & large investment decisions across Malaysia, India, Singapore & Bangladesh in areas of valuation, due diligence, anti-trust assessment & investment appraisal. My experience in Malaysia during initial years of SOX implementation sharpened my expertise in governance, controls & financial integrity. I have had the opportunity to manage & mentor more than a dozen of direct reports across countries through which I have developed a collaborative leadership approach rooted in empowerment & continuous learning.

Experience

1. Associate Director Fp & Pm - Asean & South Asia

   Linde

   Jan 2023 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

Education

• Heriot-Watt University

  Bachelor of Business Administration

• The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants

  CIMA - ACMA, CGMA

• Buckinghamshire New University

  Bachelor of Laws - LLB, Law

Skills

• Team Leadership
• Financial Analysis
• Leadership
• Teamwork
• Risk Management
• Team Building
• Management
• Strategic Planning
• Project Planning
• Sap
• Analytical Skills
• Budgets
• Customer Service
• Accounting
• Forecasting
• Contract Management
• Microsoft Office
• Business Planning
• Analysis
• Project Management