Vinayak Sasitharan is the Finance Director (CFO), Asia at Arnott’s, overseeing financial strategy, governance, and business expansion across Southeast Asia and Japan. An Australian citizen and CPA Australia member, he holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Distinction) from UNSW. He began his career at Macquarie Bank before moving into finance leadership roles at Arnott’s, with experience across Sales Finance, Supply Chain, and operations. As Finance Director of Arnott’s Indonesia, he led successful turnaround strategies and later transitioned to a regional role in Kuala Lumpur, driving financial integration and strategic execution. He also served as Head of Japan, improving margins, launching new products, and expanding key partnerships. Vinayak is passionate about financial discipline, operational efficiency, and driving sustainable growth across diverse teams.