Krishnan Subramanian – Fractional CFO In 60 Seconds

Krishnan is a Global finance leader with 20+ years of experience across public and private companies.

He has been instrumental in helping shape portfolio strategies, undertaking major investment, financing decisions, and communicating with key stakeholders—all while leading a multitalented team of over 100 MBA’ supporting the high growth businesses scaled from $100m to $1B. Generated $300m cost savings by using creative and innovative methods.

During his time as Global BU CFO at Hewlett Packard. US CPA, CA and MBA, he established operations in 13 countries and led remote, multicultural teams, fostering collaboration and aligning stakeholders for shared success.

Krishnan offers both high-level strategy and hands-on execution, delivering measurable results quickly.
He is committed to unlocking growth, optimizing operations, and creating lasting value beyond financial oversight.

Specialist Skills

Strategic Thinker

Skilled in making struggling business units successful, leading to long-term growth. Improved profits and reduced costs without hindering growth

Cash flow Improvement

Led a financial turnaround initiative improving $50m of cash flow in 2 years

Profit Improvement

Implemented Project accounting of over 500 customer projects improving margins by 2% to 15%

Leadership

Led teams of 100+ people supporting the high growth businesses scaled from $100m to $1B

M&A Specialist

Led the successful completion of 5 complex acquisition that generated $400 million in new revenue and $30 million in cost savings through synergies

Track Record Highlights

  • Led teams of 100+ people supporting the high growth businesses scaled from $100m to $1B
  • Managed Controllership, Tax and Global FP&A functions of over 40 legal and reporting entities
  • Saved organizations more than $300M in expenses by using creative and innovative methods
  • Implemented Project accounting of over 500 customer projects improving margins by 2% to 15%
  • Solved business problems in Hewlett Packard business units over a period of 25 years both in US and international operations, within a collaborative team setting, serving as a reliable business ally.

Sector Experience

  • Technology, Media & Telecoms: Software, BPO, Manufacturing, Computer Products, Saas
  • Insurance: Insuretec software
  • Services: Professional Services, Accounting, Audit and Tax Services
  • Not-for-Profit: Religious, Education and HOA

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