Adarsh Sukumaran
Finance & Strategy Leader | Delivering P&L Accountability, Transformation, And Board-Level Impact
Dallas,TX
Summary
Seasoned executive with over 25 years of global leadership experience in finance management, ERP system integrations, investment return optimization, and strategy development. Proven track record in driving high-impact initiatives, managing P&Ls, and optimizing margin returns for enterprises exceeding $1BN. Strategic innovator skilled at translating complex challenges into actionable solutions to enhance organizational performance and shareholder value.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
2003
2003
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
CFO, ISC Group
Alkegen
Dallas, Texas
01.2023 - Current
- Led global P&L, financial planning, and operations across the U.S., Europe, Asia, and South America; key strategic partner in setting direction and delivering EBITDA growth from 2022–2024 despite sales headwinds.
- Drove global cost optimization and maintained profitability through rigorous cost controls across multiple business units during a demand downturn.
- Oversaw global controllership, including AR/AP, fixed assets, and plant-level accounting across North America, Europe, and Asia; strengthened financial governance and standardization of reporting processes.
- Led monthly close reviews, business unit financials, and Board-facing audit and compliance prep, reinforcing financial discipline and transparency.
- Mentored and developed a high-performing global controllership team, creating succession pipelines and elevating site-level maturity.
- Instituted performance-tracking cadence (weekly reviews), enabling real-time course correction and data-driven decision-making.
- Steered multiple business units through transitional phases, ensuring continuity and operational stability.
Head of Finance, Performance Additives
Momentive Performance Materials
Albany, New York
09.2019 - 12.2022
- Led global finance for a $1.2B BU across Asia, Europe, and the U.S., achieving 20% YoY sales growth and 45% profitability improvement in 2021.
- Repositioned the global manufacturing footprint, reducing costs by 15% and improving EBITDA by 10% through structural optimization.
- Navigated COVID-19 disruptions, preserving EBITDA margins while improving working capital efficiency and cash conversion cycles.
- Spearheaded SAP finance module enhancements and digital transformation initiatives to accelerate reporting, forecasting, and decision-making.
- Partnered with leadership to launch a China joint venture, increasing capacity by 20%.
Director – Strategic Growth & Finance
Momentive Performance Materials
Albany, New York
03.2015 - 08.2019
- Defined and led the company’s long-term financial strategy, driving EBITDA growth from <$200MM to >$400MM in three years and positioning the business for sustainable value creation.
- Played a key leadership role in the company’s $3.1B sale, overseeing financial due diligence and partnering closely with executive leadership, investment banks, and external advisors.
- Built and led the Strategic Finance function with oversight of Strategic Marketing, CRM/Salesforce, Competitive Intelligence, and Product Lifecycle Management to enhance financial insight and commercial alignment.
- Launched a company-wide margin transparency initiative that improved product-level accountability and drove portfolio optimization.
- Initiated and co-developed the roadmap for a company-wide digital transformation, including e-commerce and commercial enablement, through cross-functional collaboration.
Global FP&A Manager – Silicones & Quartz
Momentive Performance Materials
Albany, New York
07.2012 - 03.2015
- Built and led a global FP&A function supporting four business units with $2.5B in revenue, enhancing financial transparency and enterprise-wide decision-making.
- Partnered with IT to reconfigure SAP and reporting structures from regional P&Ls to business unit P&Ls, aligning financial systems with the new operating model.
- Established standardized reporting processes, cadences, and formats adopted across business units, enabling consistent performance tracking and insights.
- Spearheaded simplification of product costing methodologies and supported transition to standardized cost structures through cross-functional collaboration with IT and operations.
FP&A Manager & Treasurer – MPM Silicones Asia Pacific
Momentive Performance Materials
Shanghai, China
12.2006 - 09.2012
- Oversaw financial planning, budgeting, and treasury operations for a $700M regional division spanning 15 legal entities; led financial strategy across diverse markets.
- Established new reporting cadences and performance management processes, driving topline growth and sustained EBITDA improvement across the region.
- Navigated the 2008–2009 financial crisis with swift cost containment actions, preserving profitability and operational continuity amid market volatility.
SAP Sr. Software Engineer
Patni Computers
Mumbai
03.2003 - 01.2006
- Provided SAP FICO consulting services to major clients, supporting financial systems configuration, reporting, and process improvements for GE Toshiba Silicones, Thailand and Gillette Co., Boston
CPA
Apte & Co, Chartered Accountants
01.1995 - 02.2003
- Delivered audit, accounting, and taxation services for a portfolio of small and medium enterprises.
Education
SAP FICO -
SAP AG
Chartered Accountant (US equivalent of CPA) - undefined
ICAI
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance & Accounting
Mumbai University
Skills
Core Finance & Strategy Skills:
Strategic Financial Planning & Forecasting
Cash Flow & Working Capital Management
Financial Analysis & Performance Metrics
M&A Execution & Corporate Governance
Cost Optimization & Operational Efficiency
Systems & Process Leadership:
ERP Implementation (SAP) & Financial Process Improvement
Financial Reporting & Budget Management
Data-Driven Decision Support & Business Intelligence
Leadership & Transformation:
Cross-Functional Team Leadership & Change Management
International Finance & Multi-Entity Operations
Strategic Planning & Corporate Leadership
Continuous Learning & Adaptability to Change
Timeline
CFO, ISC Group
Alkegen
01.2023 - Current
Head of Finance, Performance Additives
Momentive Performance Materials
09.2019 - 12.2022
Director – Strategic Growth & Finance
Momentive Performance Materials
03.2015 - 08.2019
Global FP&A Manager – Silicones & Quartz
Momentive Performance Materials
07.2012 - 03.2015
FP&A Manager & Treasurer – MPM Silicones Asia Pacific
Momentive Performance Materials
12.2006 - 09.2012
SAP Sr. Software Engineer
Patni Computers
03.2003 - 01.2006
CPA
Apte & Co, Chartered Accountants
01.1995 - 02.2003
Chartered Accountant (US equivalent of CPA) - undefined
ICAI
Bachelor of Commerce - Finance & Accounting
Mumbai University
SAP FICO -
SAP AG